RedVector RV-5751

Fuel Cell Power Systems

Fuel Cell Power Systems

2 hrs. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RV-5751

SME: Lee Layton, P.E.

This course has been discontinued
 
This two hour interactive online course is a review of the current technology for using fuel cells to generate electricity. Fuel cells are a promising fuel source for many applications ranging from large generating plants, to small home power sources, to portable power sources. Fuel cells use hydrogen as the fuel source and they generate electricity in an environmentally clean, quiet, and safe manner. The course includes a multiple-choice quiz to test your understanding of the material.

Course Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, the student will:

  • Explain the benefits and characteristics of fuel cell systems.
  • Describe the current technology for using fuel cells as a power source.
  • List the various types of fuel cells under development.
  • Illustrate the limitations of each type of fuel cell and its potential applications.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Lee Layton, P.E.
Lee Layton, P.E.  Photo
Mr. Layton holds a BS in electrical engineering from Auburn University and an MBA. He is a licensed professional engineer in Georgia and North Carolina. He has over 35 years experience in the electric utility industry. His area of expertise includes distribution design, planning, metering, system operations, and relaying.
Mr. Layton has taught numerous training courses for other utility professionals in the areas of metering, relaying, equipment application, and distribution line design and authored over 100 papers on utility operations.
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