Course overview
Hydrogen is a cornerstone of decarbonisation efforts. This two-day course is designed for professionals transitioning into the hydrogen sector, providing a practical understanding of its technologies, safety considerations, and future applications.
Top five reasons to study this course:
- 1. Stay ahead of the curve: gain knowledge in a critical area driving the UK’s net zero transition.
- 2. Career enhancement: equip yourself with skills aligned with industry demand for hydrogen expertise.
- 3. Immediate application: translate course knowledge directly into workplace innovation.
- 4. Expert-led learning: learn from academics with hands-on industry experience.
- 5. Short, impactful format: master key concepts in just two days.
Course details
What you study
You cover:
- introduction to and clarification of the myths, misconceptions, and perceptions of hydrogen
- overview of the current state of hydrogen usage nationally and internationally, and its position in the UK energy market
- hydrogen safety, exploring leaks, ignition, flame characteristics, explosion related properties, and mitigating approaches against explosions
- combustion and hydrogen blends, exploring combustion energies of mixtures, concepts including HHV, LHV and Wobbe index, and the role of physical properties in the combustion operation
- hydrogen production, considering the evolution of production methods, from fossil fuels to renewable sources, grey, blue, green, pink and white hydrogen, and electrolysis and electrolysers for green hydrogen production
- hydrogen transmission and storage, investigating volumetric and gravimetric hydrogen storage densities, high pressure gaseous storage, cryogenic and liquified hydrogen storage, solid material storage, liquids as hydrogen storage media, transmission by pipeline, discussion on pipeline materials and hazards, refuelling stations and economics and safety.
How you learn
Over two days, you engage in 14 hours of face-to-face interactive lectures and sessions at the Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre in Middlesbrough.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
You do not need a degree, but relevant experience is essential.
Employability
Career opportunities
As the North East and North West regions spearhead numerous hydrogen projects, expertise in this area is increasingly valuable and in demand.
You’ll be equipped to contribute to cutting-edge projects in renewable energy, fuel cells and hydrogen storage, positioning yourself as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
The skills you develop can lead to roles such as hydrogen project manager, renewable energy consultant and sustainable energy engineer. Employers are seeking professionals who understand hydrogen's complexities and potentials, making this course a strategic investment in your future.