ENGY 111 Introduction to Biofuels - Summer 2014
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Keywords
Chemistry , Biofuels , ethanol , biodiesel , production , distillation , energy , alternate fuel options , biomass feed stocks , cellulosic ethanol , environmental considerations
Project
IGEN (Illinois Green Economy Network) Career Pathways
Authors
Loesche, Renee B.
Date Submitted
2013-06-03
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Southeastern Illinois College
Industry Partner
Each IGEN Consortium college has established an Industry Advisory Group as part of their Career and Technical Education program. Advisory Group members contribute to the design, development and delivery of CTE courses including those developed through this TAACCCT grant. The members also provide opportunities for work-based learning and job placements for program graduates.
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
The major course topics include the following:
A. History of biofuels as an energy source
B. Production process of biofuels -- crop growing, pretreatment, and conversion
C. Biomass feed stocks – food sources (corn stover, soy residue, wheat, etc.)
D. Biomass feed stocks – non-food sources (switch grass, miscanthus, poplar wood, tall fescue, algae, logging waste, municipal solid waste, etc.)
E. Crop availability and pricing
F. Carbon neutral production
G. Laws, regulations, and standards for biofuel production
H. International implications for biofuels
I. Energy balance and security of biofuels
J. Social, economic, and political implications of biofuels
K. Vehicle use of biofuels
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Industry (NAISC)
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (5419)
Occupation (SOC)
Management Occupations -- Industrial Production Managers (11-3051)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Natural Resources and Conservation (03)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
Skill Level
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