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FAQs From Students

  1. I am an undergraduate, how do I get involved with Fuel Cells?

  2. I am a graduate student, how do I get involved with the Center?

  3. Can I build my own simple Fuel Cell?

 

Answers:

1. I am an undergraduate, how do I get involved with Fuel Cells?

Undergraduate students will gain exposure to the theory and concepts associated with Fuel Cells in many of their Chemical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering courses. In addition to this, during the senior-year Major Design Experience course students have an opportunity to request assignment to a multidisciplinary project focused on design aspects of Fuel Cells and their application. This activity is coordinated within the individual department and the students should request information from the respective course instructors.

Undergraduate students also have the opportunity to work with faculty in the fuel cell area as student support. This activity needs to be coordinated directly with faculty who have ongoing research activities within this area. Reference Undergraduate Openings for a listing of opportunities.

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2. I am a graduate student, how do I get involved with the Center?

Graduate students are encouraged to discuss potential opportunities with faculty working in the fuel cell area. In addition, please refer to Graduate Student Openings on this web site for further information on research opportunities. Potential students are also invited to tour the Center and speak directly with the staff about opportunities.

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3. Can I build my own simple Fuel Cell?

The Center has relationships with many small businesses that make kits available for use by educators and students alike. Please contact tricia@engr.uconn.edu for a list of potential kit options.

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