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Onboard Hydrogen Generation for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
An in-depth exploration of hydrogen production methods, onboard storage technologies, and fuel cell system integration to prepare learners for careers in clean transportation and alternative fuel research.
Micro-credential developed in partnership with
This course provides an in-depth study of hydrogen-powered vehicle systems, focusing on fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Students will explore hydrogen production methods, onboard storage technologies, onboard hydrogen generation, and system integration. The course combines engineering fundamentals with real-world examples to prepare students for roles in clean transportation design, hydrogen infrastructure planning, and alternative fuel research.
Micro-credential developed in partnership with
This course provides an in-depth study of hydrogen-powered vehicle systems, focusing on fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Students will explore hydrogen production methods, onboard storage technologies, onboard hydrogen generation, and system integration. The course combines engineering fundamentals with real-world examples to prepare students for roles in clean transportation design, hydrogen infrastructure planning, and alternative fuel research.
Onboard Hydrogen Generation for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
Topics
Electric Vehicles (EV), Onboard Hydrogen Generation, Regulatory Awareness
Intermediate
Price:
Included in subscription
Time to complete:
30 hr
Outcome
+3000 points
What you'll learn
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Compare Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) by analyzing their energy conversion principles, key components, and respective application domains.
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Explain PEM fuel cell operation — from hydrogen supply to electricity generation — and describe the role of each component in the powertrain.
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Describe onboard hydrogen storage technologies, production methods (reforming, electrolysis), and the infrastructure challenges associated with FCEV deployment.
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Compare electric motor types (PMSM, IM, SRM) used in FCEVs in terms of efficiency, power density, thermal behavior, and cost, and explain the role of regenerative braking.
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Analyze Thermal Management Systems (TMS) integrated in FCEVs, including cold-start management, freeze protection, and coordinated heat transfer across subsystems.
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Develop and use a system-level modeling framework in MATLAB/Simulink to simulate FCEV powertrain dynamics under standardized automotive drive cycles.
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Evaluate onboard hydrogen generation technologies (reformers, electrolyzers) and their integration strategies within the FCEV powertrain.
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Assess FCEV performance through efficiency metrics (well-to-wheel, tank-to-wheel), hydrogen consumption, fuel cell power management, and real-world deployment challenges.
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Identify the specific safety requirements of onboard hydrogen generation systems, including leak detection methods, material compatibility, and hydrogen embrittlement mechanisms.
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Navigate Canadian regulatory frameworks (CSA standards, CSWG roadmap, TSSA) and link design decisions to applicable certification pathways for heavy-duty transportation.
Program outline
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Onboard Hydrogen Generation for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
