Study of the nature and properties of fuels used in energy conversion processes. The course deals with formation of natural resources as well as formation of alternative fuels. The chemical composition and physical and chemical properties of the principal fossil hydrocarbons (coal, petroleum, natural gas), and their refining, upgrading, and conversion chemistry will be explored. The chemistry of different types of fuel cells and the use of hydrogen as a fuel will be investigated, including advantages and disadvantages of alternative technologies. The objectives of this course are to equip students with a fundamental knowledge of the chemistry for fossil hydrocarbon and alternative fuel resources and their energy use for transportation and stationary fuels. Prerequisite: CHEM 1465.