Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue
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| Year/Semester of Study | 1 / Fall Semester | ||||
| Level of Course | 2nd Cycle Degree Programme | ||||
| Type of Course | Optional | ||||
| Department | METALURJI VE MALZEME MüHENDISLIğI ANA BILIM DALı DOKTORA(ÖNERILEN PROGRAM) | ||||
| Pre-requisities and Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face | ||||
| Teaching Period | 14 Weeks | ||||
| Name of Lecturer | GÜLBAHAR BİLGİÇ (glbhrblg@nevsehir.edu.tr) | ||||
| Name of Lecturer(s) | |||||
| Language of Instruction | Turkish | ||||
| Work Placement(s) | None | ||||
| Objectives of the Course | |||||
| The aim of this course is to understand the basic principles and working mechanisms of fuel cells, to evaluate the applications of these technologies in the energy sector and their environmental benefits. Students will gain the ability to develop a perspective towards innovative energy systems by understanding the different types of fuel cells and their advantages and limitations. | |||||
| Learning Outcomes | PO | MME | |
| The students who succeeded in this course: | |||
| LO-1 | Working principles of fuel cells, electrochemical energy conversion and basic components can be explained. |
PO-1 Accesses information in depth and breadth by conducting scientific research in the field of engineering, evaluates, interprets and applies information. PO-5 Is aware of new and developing applications of the profession; examines and learns them when necessary. |
Examination |
| LO-2 | Different types of fuel cells such as proton exchange membrane (PEM), alkaline, phosphate-based and SOFC can be identified and the industrial applications of these cells can be understood. |
PO-5 Is aware of new and developing applications of the profession; examines and learns them when necessary. |
Examination |
| LO-3 | Fuel cells can be evaluated in terms of energy efficiency, environmental impacts and sustainability. |
PO-1 Accesses information in depth and breadth by conducting scientific research in the field of engineering, evaluates, interprets and applies information. PO-5 Is aware of new and developing applications of the profession; examines and learns them when necessary. |
Examination |
| PO: Programme Outcomes MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation |
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| Course Contents | ||
| This course provides comprehensive information on the basic principles, types, design and applications of fuel cells. The course covers the role of fuel cells in energy conversion systems, their environmental impacts and innovative approaches for the future. | ||
| Weekly Course Content | ||
| Week | Subject | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
| 1 | Definition of fuel cells, their history and comparison with traditional energy systems | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 2 | Thermodynamics and Electrochemical Fundamentals of Fuel Cells | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 3 | Anode, cathode and electrolyte materials | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 4 | Reaction mechanisms | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 5 | Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cells | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 6 | Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 7 | Alkaline Fuel Cells (AFC) | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 8 | mid-term exam | |
| 9 | Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells (PAFC) | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 10 | Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFC) | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 11 | Fuels Used in Fuel Cells | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 12 | The Role of Fuel Cells in Energy Systems | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 13 | Performance Analysis of Fuel Cells | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 14 | Environmental Impacts of Fuel Cells and Sustainability | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 15 | Innovations in Fuel Cell Technologies | Discussion Method, Lecture Method |
| 16 | final exam | |
| Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading | ||
| 1 | Yakıt Hücresi Teknolojilerinde Gelişmeler, Nurettin Çek, Ahmet Erensoy, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, 2020. | |
| 2 | Kaya D, Öztürk, H. “Yakıt Pili Teknolojisi, Seçkin Yayıncılık, 2012. | |
| Required Course instruments and materials | ||
| Assessment Methods | |||
| Type of Assessment | Week | Hours | Weight(%) |
| mid-term exam | 8 | 2 | 40 |
| Other assessment methods | |||
| 1.Oral Examination | |||
| 2.Quiz | |||
| 3.Laboratory exam | |||
| 4.Presentation | |||
| 5.Report | |||
| 6.Workshop | |||
| 7.Performance Project | |||
| 8.Term Paper | |||
| 9.Project | |||
| final exam | 16 | 2 | 60 |
| Student Work Load | |||
| Type of Work | Weekly Hours | Number of Weeks | Work Load |
| Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) | 3 | 14 | 42 |
| Outside Class | |||
| a) Reading | 5 | 14 | 70 |
| b) Search in internet/Library | 3 | 10 | 30 |
| c) Performance Project | 0 | ||
| d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report | 0 | ||
| e) Term paper/Project | 0 | ||
| Oral Examination | 0 | ||
| Quiz | 0 | ||
| Laboratory exam | 0 | ||
| Own study for mid-term exam | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| mid-term exam | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Own study for final exam | 3 | 8 | 24 |
| final exam | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 0 | |||
| 0 | |||
| Total work load; | 178 | ||