Hydrogen stands at the forefront of alternative energy solutions, offering a pathway to reduce carbon emissions and transition towards a sustainable energy future. Recent advancements in hydrogen production and storage technologies have elevated its potential as a versatile and clean energy carrier. Against this backdrop, this course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of this field, covering hydrogen production from both non-renewable and renewable sources including some of the niche hydrogen production techniques, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen in the future energy landscape. Key topics include various production methods, safe handling practices, and the complexities of storage and transportation, ranging from high-pressure and cryogenic tanks to metal and chemical hydrides. Additionally, the course also includes the basic science and technology behind fuel cells, highlighting their role in the hydrogen economy. Through case studies and project work, students will gain insights into hydrogen's role in contemporary/emerging energy systems, its environmental impact, and its economic feasibility, equipping them to contribute meaningfully to the field of sustainable energy.

To pass a course, a student must do ALL of the following:

1) obtain at least 30% of the total marks allocated towards coursework (combination of assignments, pop quizzes, term paper, lab reports and/ or quiz, if applicable);

2) obtain at least 30% of the total marks allocated towards final examination (if applicable); and

3) meet the criteria listed in the section on Assessment Rubrics.