Safe Operation of an Alkaline Electrolyser

The world stands on the brink of a fundamental transition in energy and raw materials. Hydrogen, as a clean energy carrier, plays a key role in this shift. To apply this technology safely and efficiently, specialised knowledge is essential. We offer a hands-on practical course for professionals working with the production of hydrogen through alkaline electrolysis.

Why this electrolyser course?

The transition to sustainable energy demands new skills and interdisciplinary collaboration. At Entrance – Centre of Expertise Energy, we have an on-site test facility equipped with an alkaline electrolyser. Participants gain hands-on experience with the equipment. The course not only provides technical knowledge but also encourages cross-pollination between operators, engineers, and team leaders from various companies. This fosters mutual understanding and lays a solid foundation for collaboration across the hydrogen value chain.

Modules overview

Day 1

Introduction to the alkaline electrolyser. Participants receive a full technical introduction:

• Functioning of alkaline technology
• Required utilities and auxiliary systems
• Safety aspects and system architecture

Day 2

You will be preparing for operation

• In-depth theory on preparation and planning
• Drafting an operational plan
• Reflection and discussion based on the previous sessions

Day 3

This day will consist of practice: start-up, operation and shutdown of the electrolyser

• Hands-on experience operating an electrolyser
• Applying theory in a realistic setting
• Safety procedures and teamwork in practice

Learning together, working together

Participants come from a variety of companies and roles, creating valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange. Through joint discussions and assignments, a shared understanding emerges of how to produce green hydrogen using alkaline electrolysis.

The first two days consist of classroom-based instruction with the entire group of up to 16 participants. The third course day is an on-site practical day with a small group of up to six people. This practical day is scheduled multiple times for different groups during the same week as the rest of the course. In consultation, it is possible to determine which day best suits the employees of your company. However, distance and travel time will be taken into consideration.

Practical information

• Language of the instructions: English
• Who is this course for? Operators, engineers and team leaders
• Total days: 5
• Price per participant: €3.900

Start dates

• 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 March 2027
• 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 May 2027

Interested in participating?

For technical enquiries, please contact Cor Scholte, our hydrogen expert, at j.c.scholte@pl.hanze.nl.

For practical enquiries, please contact Nienke de Jong, Product Manager, at ne.de.jong@pl.hanze.nl.

Would you like to participate? Register via the button below.

I had the opportunity to help develop a new hands‑on training program for future hydrogen operators and engineers at Entrance. It’s been a great experience to translate our commissioning work and safety procedures into something that participants can actually practice themselves — from preparation and risk assessment all the way to starting up, operating, and shutting down a real alkaline electrolyser (60 kW Stack and 250 kW BoP).

• Felipe Ravaglio Pasquini- Head lecturer