Introduction to Biofuels

Credits: 2Catalog #10484120

An introduction to solid, liquid and gaseous fuels derived from all sources. This course will cover the history of fuel use, placing petroleum into its proper context of being just one of the many alternatives being exploited by humans to fulfill current demands. Topics include the history of fuel and petroleum, peak oil, economics of petroleum and biofuels, engine design and fuel requirements, agriculture and fuels, wastes, conventional ethanol production, cellulosic ethanol, algae, other alcohols (biobutanol, etc.), biodiesel, biogas (anaerobic digestion), gasification, pyrolysis, fuel quality, environmental impacts, energy independence and national security.

Enrollment Requirements: None

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last updated: 07:01:31 PM May 16 2012

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Catalog/Class # Semester Class Dates Meeting Times Instructor Mode of Instruction Approximate Tuition  

10484120
Class #32443 Fall 2012-2013 Aug 27 2012 -
Dec 21 2012 Online Brylski,Robert D  Online Course $318.80Seats Available: 20
Last Date to Enroll: Sep 2 2012