588-01 - Introduction to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Learning objectives
- Define fundamental concepts in battery theory, including electrochemical processes, voltage, current, and capacity
- Explain the principles of different battery chemistries such as lithium-ion, lead-acid, flow batteries, and emerging technologies
- Identify and compare various battery technologies commonly used in battery storage systems
- Discuss the strengths, weaknesses, and applications of specific battery types such as lithium-ion, lead-acid, flow, sodium-ion, solid-state, and hybrid systems
- Describe the key components within a battery storage system and their functions
- Explain the operational aspects of charging, discharging, state of charge, and efficiency in battery storage systems
- Understand grid integration concepts and the role of battery storage in renewable energy systems
- Discuss common safety protocols associated with battery storage systems
- Explain thermal management, ventilation, and common emergency response procedures to mitigate potential risks
Course overview
Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to understand the fundamental operation of batteries and battery storage systems. You will also be introduced to battery components, applications, emerging trends, and environmental considerations shaping an innovative and exciting field of sustainable, clean energy.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
