A program where you will delve into the sustainable uses of Biomass without hermetic schedules, nor continuous evaluations, from the most complete online learning platform"

Biomass has been integrated into the field of Chemical Engineering as a viable and sustainable solution to promote greater and better care of nature. Their use contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the reduction of dependence on fossil fuels. In addition, it can be converted into biofuels such as ethanol and biodiesel, providing clean alternatives for transportation and industry.

Engineers who want to update their skills in this field will find in this TECH program a cutting-edge training. The program will first cover the most efficient thermochemical, biological, and mechanical conversion methods to obtain energy from Biomass. Furthermore, its application in biorefineries and how to obtain various products and materials from it will be discussed. At the same time, the syllabus will delve into different strategies derived from these techniques to adequately manage agricultural and forestry residues based on a pertinent assessment.

Also, the program will analyze the different trends for the generation of biofuels, molecule platforms, among other advanced contents. All this in correspondence with the approach of the most disruptive technologies and the inclusion of this renewable energy source in the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda.

On the other hand, this postgraduate certificate has an innovative 100% online methodology that relies on disruptive systems such as Relearning and case studies. Through its implementation, the students will be able to acquire practical skills for their daily practice. The study materials will be available in different formats such as complementary readings, explanatory videos, interactive summaries, among others. These will be accessible at any place or time through a portable device, connected to the Internet, as desired.

Do not miss the opportunity to complete this program where you will address all the keys to the use of Biomass"

This postgraduate certificate in Biomass Utilization Technologies contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Chemistry Engineering
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Biorefinery and its conceptual design are some of the most disruptive topics you will examine in this TECH program"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the educational year. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will master, through this program, the handling, storage, use, and conversion of Biomass"

A 100% online syllabus that puts its contents at your fingertips 24 hours a day, 7 days a week"

This TECH program will provide a deep understanding of Biomass Utilization Technologies, focusing also on the main conversion mechanisms. Through their analysis, graduates of this program will be able to expand their theoretical and practical competencies in a fast and flexible way. These, in turn, will enable them to face various professional challenges and difficulties with an exhaustive handling of the most advanced tools and techniques for the development of their practice.

After studying this TECH program, you will have in your hand all the competences to practice with excellence in the Chemical Industry"

General Objectives

• Apply fundamental concepts in the design of chemical products and processes
• Raise awareness of the importance of sustainability in terms of economy, environment, and society
• Evaluate the applicability and potential advantages of new technologies
• Develop a comprehensive view of modern chemical engineering
• Contextualize the importance of biomass in the current framework of sustainable development
• Determine the importance of biomass as an energy resource
• Encourage innovation and creativity in the research processes in Chemical Engineering

Specific Objectives

• Examine the role of biomass in achieving sustainable development goals
• Detail the types of biomass and their composition
• Analyze the advantages of using biomass as an energy resource
• Inspect the different pathways of mechanical, biological, chemical, and thermochemical conversion of biomass
• Determine the importance of biorefinery in the current framework of sustainability
• Examine biofuel generations and assess their feasibility
• Explore routes for biomass valorization
• Evaluate the integral valorization of waste biomass and its impact on the circular economy

In this program you will learn about the different ways of using Biomass as a renewable energy source and its sustainable implications"