ETEC 121 Biomass and Biofuel Basics

5 credits

Students learn the various processes for the creation and use of biomass as a fuel/energy source and the creation and use of biofuels. Topics include combustion, gasification, pyrolysis, anaerobic digestion, as well as the production of biofuels (ethanol, biodiesel, and methanol). Includes laboratory.
Prerequisites: ETEC 110 or instructor permission.