Fundamentals Of Biodiesel Class Set

STURGEON BAY — Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Sturgeon Bay campus, is holding a three-day course on the fundamentals of biodiesel with an emphasis on fuel production, quality control, engine performance and vehicle emissions.

The course is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday.

Students will produce biodiesel by the transesterfication process and perform measurements to determine chemical and physical properties of fuel. Test engines will be operated on biodiesel to evaluate performance and emission properties. This course is designed for diesel technicians, fleet managers, chemical process operators, and others with an interest in the technical aspects of biodiesel production and use.

Call (920) 498-5444 or (920) 746-4900 for information on the class. Refer to class number 53250.

This course is made available with partial support provided by the National Science Foundation DUE/ ATE award.

Green Bay Press-Gazette, July 9, 2007