The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC) will present an "Overview of Biodiesel" class to be held in Morgantown, WV May 9-10, 2007. A course description follows:

Any diesel engine on the road today can use biodiesel fuel. This two-day course, designed for those seriously interested in learning about biodiesel fuel, will describe engine systems, biodiesel blends, and biodiesel production. The ASTM D6751 standards will be discussed in great detail, as will the benefits and drawbacks of biodiesel technology. This course also includes a demonstration of fuel-making equipment.

Course Objectives
Taught by certified NAFTC instructors, this course will enable you to

• Explain the sources and processing of biodiesel.
• Describe the components of a biodiesel processing system and explain how each operates.
• Explain ASTM D6751 standards for biodiesel quality.
• List the safety procedures needed to work with biodiesel in both domestic and shop environments.
• List the major policies and regulations pertaining to the production, distribution, and use of biodiesel.
• Explain the nature of lipids, especially fatty acids and triglycerides.
• Examine sources and characteristics of these lipids for use as biodiesel feedstock.
• Take a close look at the conversion of feedstock into biodiesel (transesterification)
• Examine biodiesel issues: engineering, economic and environmental.

Price: $400.00 US (manual included)

To register-contact Adam Brown at 304-293-7882. You may email him at Adam.Brown@mail.wvu.edu  or visit our Web Site at http://www.naftc.wvu.edu/ for more information.

The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium is a pioneer and a national leader in promoting programs and activities that will lead to energy independence and the greater use of cleaner transportation. The NAFTC is the only nationwide alternative fuel vehicle and advanced technology vehicle training organization in the U.S.!

Our mission is to provide the training infrastructure for implementing the widespread use of alternative fuels, alternative fuel vehicles and advanced technology vehicles. Our effort to increase our nation’s energy security, as well as improve our air quality by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, is embodied in our motto “Because Clean Air and Energy Independence Matter.”

Founded in 1992, the NAFTC is headquartered at West Virginia University and consists of National Training Centers (NTCs) spanning the country from New York to California. Each center provides Training with Impact through its experienced instructors and real-world shop facilities. The Consortium presently consists of 29 National Training Centers and is supported by approximately 70 Affiliate and Associate members.