CHEM 308 - Batteries, Fuel Cells, and Energy Storage

Institution:

Catholic University of America

Subject:

Chemistry

Description:

A lecture course covering the basic theory and methods of energy storage, with emphasis on electrochemical storage technology. Topics include introductory electrochemistry, chemical principles of operation and design of batteries and fuel cells, individual battery types (lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride, lithium ion), hydrogen and non-hydrogen fuel cells, operational issues of batteries and fuel cells, and selected non-chemical methods of energy storage.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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