Cost and Market Analysis for Battery Manufacturing: From Supply Chain to Cell Production

3 credits

Introduces cost and market dynamics in lithium-based battery manufacturing. Examines the value chain from raw material extraction to cell assembly, with attention to how supply chain constraints, synthesis choices, and process parameters affect cost structures. Students gain tools for cost modeling, evaluating cost-performance tradeoffs, and assessing the impact of evolving technologies on manufacturing strategies. Prerequisite: foundational knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology and basic understanding of manufacturing processes.