Biofuels- Cellulose Ethanol Workshop

Technology Ed
Midlothian, VA, United States

Course Format: Classroom | E-learning | Virtual Class | Online | On-site | Blended | Self-paced
Teacher/Instructor: Technology Ed
Term: Continuous
Seats: Unlimited
Fee: 49.00

Course Description:

'' Fuel derived from renewable resources present an attractive alternative to petroleum, with benefits ranging from reduced green house gases to reduced dependency on foreign oil. "Cellulose Ethanol" is a new course that provide students with an overview of the cellulose ethanol production process from biomass feedstock to finished product. The course reviews cellulose based biomass that can be pretreated and converted into biofuel. We also explore crop availability and pricing, fuel potential, case studies, and outlook for both food-grade and non food-grade crops.
Course Outcome

After completing Cellulose Ethanol, students will be equipped with a basic understanding of the following:

Cellulose ethanol production process
Available cellulose biomass sources
Chemistry and composition for each biomass source
Fuel potential derived from each source
Impact on the energy and agricultural sectors
Market and research trends
Recommended Prerequisites

No prior experience or coursework required.

Assessment

Students will be assigned 5 homework assignments, and 1 final exam.

Syllabus

Lesson 1- Introduction

Global fuel consumption
Alternative fuel options
Product comparisons
Producers

Lesson 2- Cellulose Ethanol

Cellulose chemistry
Cellulose ethanol process
Cellulose pretreatment
Biomass feedstocks

Lesson 3- Biomass Feedstocks- derived from food sources

Corn stover
Soy residue
Wheat
Rice residue
Barley
Bagasse

Lesson 4- Biomass Feedstocks- not derived from food sources

Switch grass
Miscanthus
Poplar wood
Logging residue
Tall fescue
Municipal solid waste ...''

Elements of this syllabus are subject to change.

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