BIOMASS PRODUCTION (PET 831)
- Alternative Hydrocarbon Source
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COURSE OVERVIEW
This Course, “BIOMASS PRODUCTION (PET 831)” is aimed at providing the learners the knowledge of alternative hydrocarbon source, i.e BIOMASS PRODUCTION. We would begin this course with a simple Pre-Introductory quiz, and then we would go into the course proper. We would look into: An Introductory session and then Oil field production, we’ll also look into Biomass Production: Biomass Sources and examples: Biomass Energy, Types of Biomass/BioFuels. Later on, we’ll look at Technologies for conversion of Biomass, then, more on Gasification and lastly, Gasification Products. In summary, this course will consist of the following Sections/Modules:
- Pre-Introductory Quiz/Pretest
- Introduction
- Biomass Sources/Examples
- Biomass Energy
- Technology for Conversion of Biomass
- Types of Biomass/BioFuels
- Gasification
This course was designed by Dr. Ngozi Nwogu of FUTO. They will both act as facilitators for the discussion boards.
PREREQUISITES
None.
TIME COMMITMENT
1 – 2 hours per week.
COURSE DATES
From August, 30th 2019, 01:00 GMT to November, 30th 2019, 23:30 GMT. This course uses Greenwich Meridian Time (GMT)
GRADING SCHEME
All activities are due to be completed by October, 6th 2019, 22:30 GMT. You’ll be graded on weekly activities (100% weight in final score) You need to score 70% or higher to pass the course and receive a certificate. You can check your progress by selecting the “Progress” tab
Important: Check that your FULL NAME is correct as that’s the name that will appear in the certificate you may earn.
FAQ
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