529-0507-00L  Hands-on Electrochemistry for Energy Storage and Conversion Applications

SemesterSpring Semester 2020
LecturersL. Gubler, E. Fabbri, J. Herranz Salañer, S. Trabesinger
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentAdditional Information: Previous attendance to one of the two electrochemistry-related courses available at ETHZ (Electrochemistry by Prof. P. Novak, or Physical Electrochemistry and Electrocatalysis by Prof. T.J. Schmidt) is mandatory.



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
529-0507-00 PHands-on Electrochemistry for Energy Storage and Conversion Applications
Kurs wurde vom Juni auf den August/ September verschoben
Die neuen Kursdaten sind folgende: 31. Aug - 4. Sep / 7.-9. Sep (PSI) & 10./11. Sep (ETHZ)
80s hrs
10.09.07:45-17:30HCI F 8 »
11.09.07:45-17:30HCI F 8 »
L. Gubler, E. Fabbri, J. Herranz Salañer, S. Trabesinger

Catalogue data

AbstractThe course will provide the students with hands-on laboratory experience in the field of electrochemistry, specifically within the context of energy related applications (i.e., Li-ion and redox flow batteries, fuel cells and electrolyzers).
ObjectiveSolidify the students’ theoretical knowledge of electrochemistry; apply these concepts in the context of energy-related applications; get the students acquainted with different electrochemical techniques, as well as with application-relevant materials and preparation methods.
ContentDays 1 & 2: Introduction to basic electrochemical processes
Days 3 - 8: 3 x 2-day blocks of laboratory work (rotating assignments):
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Redox flow batteries
- Polymer electrolyte fuel cells
Days 9 & 10: preparation and completion of the course’s report and oral presentation (for evaluation)
Lecture notesThe course material will be prepared and provided by the lecturers.
LiteratureReferences to academic publications of specific relevance to the experiments to be performed will be included within the courses’ script
Prerequisites / Notice- Course language is english.
- The course will take place at the Paul Scherrer Institut, 5232 Villigen PSI (Link).
- The number of participants is limited to 18 (first-come first-served basis, Master level students have priority over PhD students).
- Students are encouraged to bring their own protective gear for the work in the lab (lab coat, safety goggles). If needed, this can also be provided, please contact the organizers in advance.
- Participants need to be insured (health / accident insurance).
- On-site accommodation at the PSI guesthouse (Link) is possible and will be arranged.

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits6 credits
ExaminersL. Gubler, E. Fabbri, J. Herranz Salañer, S. Trabesinger
Typegraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.
Additional information on mode of examination1h written exam on topics of the course, written report + oral presentation (see below)

Grouped in teams of 2-4 persons, the students will have to prepare a written report in which they shall provide their replies to specific questions on each of the experiments completed during the course. Also, on the last days each group will deliver an oral presentation on one of these topics.

Auxiliary means for the test: Lecture materials (slides, handouts, annotations)

Learning materials

 
DocumentsCourse Website
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Groups

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Restrictions

PlacesLimited number of places. Special selection procedure.
Waiting listuntil 25.05.2020
End of registration periodRegistration only possible until 02.05.2020

Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
Chemistry MasterChemical Aspects of EnergyWInformation
Chemistry MasterChemical Aspects of EnergyWInformation
Chemical and Bioengineering MasterEnvironment and EnergyWInformation