Batteries and Fuel Cells

3 credits · Undergraduate Programs

Scientific principles behind batteries and fuel cells, including the electrochemistry of classic voltaic and electrolytic cells; thermodynamics, kinetics, and performance curves of batteries and fuel cells; and current applications and limitations. Prerequisite(s): 3 units from Energy Science 317, Physics 449, or Chemistry 371; or Engineering Energy and Environment 355 and admission to the Schulich School of Engineering. Also known as: (formerly Science 423).