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  • An Introduction to Biodiesels

    Credits: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course addresses the basics of Biofuel production, including processes, and technology presently available, as well as future developmental goals.

    Topics:

    • Introduction to Biodiesels
    • Benefits of Biodiesels and other attributes
    • Biodiesel Specifications, Properties and Characteristics
    • Distribution and Storage of Biodiesels
    • Uses of B100 and High Level Blends
    • Uses of Low and Medium Level Blends
    • Taxes and Incentives
    • Off-road Uses of Biodiesels
    • Safety, Health, and Environmental Issues

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion


    Intended Audience: energy, mechanical, industrial, civil, construction, and hydraulic engineers. However it is general in nature, and may apply to other engineering disciplines as well.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy

    Donald Parnell, PE
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