Course overview

The Fundamentals of Battery Electrochemistry course introduces essential concepts in electrochemistry as applied to battery design and study. Through this course, you will understand key electrochemical reactions, the function of electrochemical cells, and the principles behind battery operation and performance. 

What you will learn: 

  • What an electrochemical reaction is. 
  • Oxidation and reduction reactions. 
  • The basic components of an electrochemical cell. 
  • How a battery operates. 
  • The major differences between primary and secondary battery technologies. 
  • Essential parameters like capacity, voltage, energy, and power which describe battery performance. 
  • How electrode materials affect the characteristics and performance of batteries. 
  • Techniques used to study the performance of a battery. 

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