Energy Conversion Technologies: Biomass and Coal Engineering

As the world transitions toward cleaner energy systems, understanding how to efficiently process and convert both biomass and traditional coal is essential for modern energy engineers. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the chemical and thermal processes that turn raw materials into usable power. You will learn how to analyze fuel properties, optimize combustion, and implement environmentally conscious conversion methods. By completing this course, you will gain the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills needed to evaluate energy conversion systems, calculate thermal efficiency, and assess the environmental impact of power generation facilities. What you'll learn: - Understand the chemical composition and physical properties of biomass and coal fuels - Analyze gasification, pyrolysis, and combustion processes from a thermodynamic perspective - Evaluate co-firing techniques that blend biomass with traditional coal to reduce carbon emissions - Explore modern clean-coal technologies and carbon capture fundamentals - Calculate energy yields, mass balances, and conversion efficiencies for power plants The course begins with foundational concepts in fuel characterization and thermodynamics, ensuring you build a strong theoretical base. From there, you will progress through structured text-based modules covering gasification reactors, combustion systems, and the latest integration strategies for sustainable power generation. This course is designed for engineering students, energy professionals, and environmental scientists looking to understand solid fuel conversion. No prior experience in power plant design is required, though a basic background in chemistry or general engineering is helpful. Start reading today to build your expertise in modern energy conversion technologies.