151-0942-00L Introduction to Chemical Engineering
| Semester | Spring Semester 2016 |
| Lecturers | M. Mazzotti |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151-0942-00 G | Introduction to Chemical Engineering The course starts in the 2nd week of the Semester. | 3 hrs |
| M. Mazzotti |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | The class aims at bridging chemistry and engineering by presenting some fundamental aspects of chemical engineering. In particular, topics from the broad areas of chemical engineering thermodynamics, separation process technology, and chemical reaction engineering are covered. Though at an introductory level, the different topics are presented rigorously and quantitatively. |
| Learning objective | The students will be able to understand the interplay between natural sciences (chemistry and physics) and the engineering aspects of chemical processes. They will also understand how they can describe the relevant phenomena and mechanisms using proper mathematical models, and thus gaining insight on them. |
| Content | List of specific topics addressed: - multicomponent multiphase equilibria (chemical potential), - binary liquid-vapor equilibria, - solubility of solids in solution, - equilibrium of chemical reactions, - flash evaporation, - solid formation from solution (nucleation and growth of crystals), - fundamentals of kinetic gas theory (Maxwell's velocity distribution), - ideal reactors (CSTR, batch, PFR), - heat transfer effects in ideal reactors |
| Lecture notes | The students will be provided with lecture notes prepared for the class; a few additional and optional references will also be recommended. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 4 credits |
| Examiners | M. Mazzotti |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is only offered in the session after the course unit. Repetition only possible after re-enrolling. |
| Mode of examination | written 120 minutes |
| Written aids | keine / none |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
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| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering Bachelor | Energy, Flows and Processes | W+ |  |
| Mechanical Engineering Bachelor | Electives | W | |