Battery Chemistry and Energy Storage

This course delves into the fundamental principles of various battery chemistries, with a primary focus on the widely adopted lithium-ion technology, while also exploring alternative and emerging energy storage solutions. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how electrochemical reactions generate and store electrical energy, examining key performance characteristics such as energy density, power output, and cycle life. Critical operational aspects, including Battery Management Systems (BMS) for monitoring and control, and thermal management strategies to ensure optimal performance and longevity, are thoroughly covered. Emphasis is placed on safety protocols, failure modes, and best practices for handling, charging, and deploying battery systems in diverse technical applications, preparing technicians for real-world challenges in energy storage.

InstructorJacob Calhoun

Prerequisites

CEP 105

Course outline

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01Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Electrochemistry and Battery Operationlecture

02Lesson 2: Primary and Secondary Battery Chemistries Overviewlecture

03Lesson 3: Introduction to Lithium-Ion Battery Technologylecture

04Hands-on Lab: Battery Cell Characterization and Measurementlab

05Lesson 5: Understanding Battery Performance Metrics and Specificationslecture

06Lesson 6: Battery Management Systems (BMS) Architecture and Functionslecture

07Lesson 7: Thermal Management Strategies for Battery Systemslecture

08Hands-on Lab: BMS Configuration and Monitoringlab

09Lesson 9: Battery System Safety: Hazards, Protections, and Regulationslecture

10Lesson 10: Battery Degradation, Lifespan, and Recyclinglecture

11Hands-on Lab: Thermal Management System Testing and Analysislab

12Lesson 12: Advanced Battery Chemistries and Future Trendslecture

13Lesson 13: Integrating Batteries into Energy Storage Applicationslecture

14Capstone Service Project: Battery System Design and Safety Reviewassignment

Syllabus

["Week 1: Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Electrochemistry and Battery Operation","Week 2: Lesson 2: Primary and Secondary Battery Chemistries Overview","Week 3: Lesson 3: Introduction to Lithium-Ion Battery Technology","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Battery Cell Characterization and Measurement","Week 5: Lesson 5: Understanding Battery Performance Metrics and Specifications","Week 6: Lesson 6: Battery Management Systems (BMS) Architecture and Functions","Week 7: Lesson 7: Thermal Management Strategies for Battery Systems","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: BMS Configuration and Monitoring","Week 9: Lesson 9: Battery System Safety: Hazards, Protections, and Regulations","Week 10: Lesson 10: Battery Degradation, Lifespan, and Recycling","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Thermal Management System Testing and Analysis","Week 12: Lesson 12: Advanced Battery Chemistries and Future Trends","Week 13: Lesson 13: Integrating Batteries into Energy Storage Applications","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Battery System Design and Safety Review"]