Program Overview
This 5-day program at Cranfield University focuses on the sustainable production of fuels and chemicals from biomass, emphasizing biorefineries and their potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Participants gain advanced knowledge of biomass sources, conversion technologies, and biorefinery types, preparing them for careers in bioenergy, petrochemical, and research industries.
Program Outline
Degrees: Biofuels and Biorefining
Degree Overview:
This course focuses on the sustainable and environmentally friendly production of fuels and chemicals from biomass. It emphasizes the importance of bioproduction in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving global goals for renewable energy. Participants will gain advanced knowledge of various biomass sources, conversion technologies, and the characteristics of potential feedstocks. The program further delves into the concept of biorefineries, covering various types, conversion processes, existing technologies, and the potential for future cost reductions through technological advancement.
Outline:
Content:
- Sources of biomass for fuel and chemical production
- Bioproduction of fuels and chemicals
- Types of biorefineries
- Conversion processes and existing technologies
- Introduction to the Biorefining concept
Structure:
- Duration: 5 days
- Location: Cranfield campus
- Cost: £1,700 (including refreshments, lunch, and 10% discount for early booking or multiple attendees)
- Course structure: Theoretical lectures and practical tutorials
- Certificate of Attendance awarded upon completion
Modules:
- Raw materials for production of bio-based chemicals: Characterization and assessment
- Biofuel feedstocks and characteristics: Starch- and sugar-based, oleaginous-based, lignocellulosic, glycerol, and algae
- Sugar, Fatty acid, and Syngas platforms technologies
- First-generation biorefinery: Bioethanol and biobutanol production
- Biodiesel production: Technologies, biochemical aspects, chemistry, and thermodynamics
- Lignocellulosic biorefinery: Bioethanol production, bioproduction of succinic acid, 2,3-Butanediol, and Lactic acid
- Algal Biorefineries: Biomass production and conversion technologies
- Food waste biorefineries: Platform chemicals from food wastes
- Glycerol-based Biorefineries: Bioproduction of 1,3-Propanediol and 3-Hydroxypropionic acid
- AD-based biorefineries: Biofuel production and challenges
- Biorefining: Classification, economic, social, and environmental impacts
- Commercial biorefineries: Examples and analysis
Careers:
This program equips participants with the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in various industries, including:
- Bioenergy
- Petrochemical
- Chemical
- Research
- Management (biofuels sector)
Other:
- The course content aligns with the MSc in Biofuels Process Engineering.
- It is suitable for process, project, and consultant engineers, researchers, and managers seeking technical understanding in the biofuels sector.
Additional Notes:
- Accommodation is not included in the course fee and must be booked separately.
- Mitchell Hall and Cranfield Management Development Centre are recommended for on-campus accommodation.
- Further information on accommodation options can be found in the context.
- Travel details and directions to Cranfield University are provided in the context.
