2026-04-14 |
The DECHEMA Research Institute (DFI) is expanding its continuing education offering with a new, practice-oriented course programme in the field of hydrogen. The focus is on electrolyser technologies – a key technology for the ramp-up of the hydrogen economy.
The programme was developed, tested and evaluated as part of the H2Giga flagship hydrogen project. The aim was to create a needs-based, modular training programme tailored to the current requirements of industry and research.
Current course dates (German-language courses)
“The development of high-performance electrolysis technologies is a key component of the energy transition. With our continuing education programme, we impart precisely the skills required for industrial implementation – from the fundamentals of electrochemistry to issues relating to scale-up,” explains Dr Claudia Weidlich, Head of the Applied Electrochemistry Team at the DECHEMA Research Institute.
The course content covers key topics across the water electrolysis value chain. These include the fundamentals of electrochemical processes, various electrolysis methods such as alkaline, PEM and high-temperature electrolysis, as well as aspects of economic viability and cost estimation.
In addition, modern approaches to automation and digitalisation – such as digital twins and modular plant concepts – are addressed. The transition from laboratory scale to industrial production (scale-up) is also a key component of the programme.
There is a particular focus on the practical transfer of knowledge. In addition to online seminars, an experimental course is also offered, providing participants with direct insights into electrochemical processes.
“Our aim is to prepare specialists and managers specifically for the demands of the growing hydrogen economy. Thanks to the modular structure, participants can select exactly the content they need for their professional practice,” emphasises Torsten Huß, Head of Continuing Education at the DECHEMA Research Institute.
With this new course programme, the DFI is laying a sustainable foundation for the training of engineers, technicians and skilled workers who are currently working in the hydrogen sector or wish to do so in the future.
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