AUTO 266 - Fuel Cell Technology Fundamentals

    Recent Professors
    SGriffith@riohondo.edu, jfrala@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2021
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    AUTO 260
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AUTO 266
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course addresses the fundamentals of the different types of fuel cells and their application for the generation of mobile, vehicular, and stationary power. Topics will include: safety standards (OSHA/NEC/NFPA) when developing, servicing, and working in a high voltage/power inverter transfer; battery storage technologies, and regeneration of electrical power from kinetic energy. A descriptive overview of key fuel cell technologies, including proton exchange membrane (PEM), direct methanol fuel cell, alkaline, and solid oxide fuel cell, will be provided together with potential applications for transportation, stationary, and portable power. Hydrogen production/storage and high voltage safety will also be covered.
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:00pm–8:25pm, Tue 6:00pm–8:25pm