Search result: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2023

Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
Chemical and Bioengineering Master
Kernfächer
Products and Materials
529-0610-01L	Interface Engineering of Materials	W+	6 credits	4G	C.‑J. Shih
Abstract	Advances in interface engineering, the control of molecular and charge behaviour between two phases, are driving the development of new technologies across many industrial and scientific fields. This course will review the fundamental engineering concepts required to analyse and solve problems at liquid-solid and solid-solid interfaces.
Learning objective	Introduce the students to the engineering principles of energy, mass, and electron transport at the liquid-solid and solid-solid interfaces, for the applications in materials processing and electronic devices.
Content	PART A: Solid-Liquid Interface Chapter 1: Interface Phenomena Chapter 2: Crystallization and Crystal Growth Chapter 3: Electrical Double Layer Chapter 4: Electroosmotic Flow PART B: Solid-Solid Interface Chapter 5: Fundamentals of Electronic Materials Chapter 6: Junction Characteristics Chapter 7: Solar Cells and Light Emitting Diodes Chapter 8: Field-Effect Transistors
Literature	Hiemenz P.C., Rajagopalan R., Principles of Colloid and Surface Chemistry, 3rd Edition. Deen W.M., Analysis of Transport Phenomena, 2nd Edition. Sze S.M. and Ng K.K., Physics of Semiconductor Devices, 3rd Edition.
Prerequisites / Notice	Engineering Mathematics, Transport Phenomena, Undergraduate Physical Chemistry

Research Project or Industry Internship
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0300-10L	Research Project	W	13 credits	16A	Supervisors
Abstract	In a research project students extend their knowledge in a particular field, get acquainted with the scientific way of working, and learn to work on an actual research topic. Research projects are carried out in a core or optional subject area as chosen by the student.
Learning objective	First contact with experimental techniques of chemical engineering in a research group. Critical evaluation and presentation of the results in a scientific report.
Content	This laboratory project is organised during the spring vacation before the sixth semester. The participant can choose his topic from the list of projects suggested. Main emphasis during this research work is to get experience in using different engineering tools and evaluation and the interpretation of the results. Those are presented as a scientific report.
529-0301-00L	Industry Internship	W	13 credits		Supervisors
Abstract	Internship in industry with a minimum duration of 7 weeks
Learning objective	The aim of the internship is to make students acquainted with industrial work environments. During this time, they will have the opportunity to get involved in current projects of the host institution.
Content	This laboratory project is organised during the spring vacation before the sixth semester. The participant can choose his topic from the list of projects suggested. Main emphasis during this research work is to get experience in using different engineering tools and evaluation and the interpretation of the results. Those are presented as a scientific report.

Electives
Products and Materials
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0610-01L	Interface Engineering of Materials	W	6 credits	4G	C.‑J. Shih
Abstract	Advances in interface engineering, the control of molecular and charge behaviour between two phases, are driving the development of new technologies across many industrial and scientific fields. This course will review the fundamental engineering concepts required to analyse and solve problems at liquid-solid and solid-solid interfaces.
Learning objective	Introduce the students to the engineering principles of energy, mass, and electron transport at the liquid-solid and solid-solid interfaces, for the applications in materials processing and electronic devices.
Content	PART A: Solid-Liquid Interface Chapter 1: Interface Phenomena Chapter 2: Crystallization and Crystal Growth Chapter 3: Electrical Double Layer Chapter 4: Electroosmotic Flow PART B: Solid-Solid Interface Chapter 5: Fundamentals of Electronic Materials Chapter 6: Junction Characteristics Chapter 7: Solar Cells and Light Emitting Diodes Chapter 8: Field-Effect Transistors
Literature	Hiemenz P.C., Rajagopalan R., Principles of Colloid and Surface Chemistry, 3rd Edition. Deen W.M., Analysis of Transport Phenomena, 2nd Edition. Sze S.M. and Ng K.K., Physics of Semiconductor Devices, 3rd Edition.
Prerequisites / Notice	Engineering Mathematics, Transport Phenomena, Undergraduate Physical Chemistry
529-0135-00L	Cook and Look: Watching Functional Materials in Situ	W	3 credits	3G	M. Nachtegaal, D. Ferri, O. Safonova, T. Schmidt
Abstract	Hands-on course on in situ spectroscopies (x-ray, infrared, Raman) and x-ray diffraction for understanding the structure of functional materials.
Learning objective	Thorough understanding of available state-of-the-art spectroscopies for the characterization of the structure of functional materials under in situ conditions. Problem solving strategies and reporting in a scientific format. To learn the basics of spectroscopic data analysis.
Content	This course will introduce state-of-the art synchrotron techniques (x-ray absorption and emission spectroscopies, x-ray diffraction) as well as complementary infrared and Raman spectroscopies for the characterization of functional materials, such as catalysts, under operating (in situ) conditions. On the ‘cook’ days, each technique will be introduced by a lecture, after which samples will be ‘cooked’ (sample preparation, building in situ setup, and measurement). This will be followed by a ‘look’ day where the collected data will be analyzed. Principles of x-ray data treatment, including Fourier transformation, will be introduced.
Lecture notes	A course manual with in depth background information will be distributed before the course.
Literature	Will be suggested in the course manual and made available during the course.
Prerequisites / Notice	The course will take place at the Swiss Light Source, at the Paul Scherrer Institut. Students will be housed for several nights in the guest house. You are required to contact the organizers upon registration since beamtime and housing has to be reserved well in advance.
529-0052-00L	Concepts and Tools for Sustainable Chemicals Manufacture	W	4 credits	2G	S. J. Mitchell, G. Guillén Gosálbez, J. Pérez-Ramírez
Abstract	Sustainable chemistry embodies the design and efficient manufacture of chemicals from abundant and renewable raw materials using routes that minimize energy requirements, avoid damaging the environment and human health, and are economically viable. It is a powerful tool to help society achieve several of the Sustainable Development Goals identified by the United Nations.
Learning objective	This course introduces tools to design and evaluate sustainable routes for chemicals and materials manufacture. You will understand approaches to process design and optimization, from the molecular to the planet level, and learn the fundamentals of sustainable chemistry.
Content	- Introduction to green versus sustainable chemistry - Sustainability dimensions and metrics - Corporate sustainability, economics, and policy - Renewable energy conversions - Alternative carbon sources for chemicals - Other resources including precious metals and solvents - Chemistry of recycling - Chemical fate and toxicological effects - Industrial view Each topic will be presented by a lecturer or guest speaker with relevant expertise.
Lecture notes	Course content based on slides
Literature	Klöpffer, W., Grahl, B. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A Guide to Best Practice, Wiley (2014)
Prerequisites / Notice	No special knowledge beyond the undergraduate curriculum in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. Students wishing to attend the course from other backgrounds should contact the lecturers to discuss the fit.

Biochemical Engineering
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
551-0324-00L	Systems Biology	W	6 credits	4V	P. Picotti, P. Beltrao, T. Michaels, U. Sauer, B. Snijder, B. Wollscheid
Abstract	Introduction to experimental and computational methods of systems biology. By using baker’s yeast as a thread through the series, we focus on global methods for analysis of and interference with biological functions. Illustrative applications to other organisms will highlight medical and biotechnological aspects.
Learning objective	- obtain an overview of global analytical methods - obtain an overview of computational methods in systems biology - understand the concepts of systems biology
Content	Overview of global analytical methods (e.g. DNA arrays, proteomics, metabolomics, fluxes etc), global interference methods (siRNA, mutant libraries, synthetic lethality etc.) and imaging methods. Introduction to mass spectrometry and proteomics. Concepts of metabolism in microbes and higher cells. Systems biology of developmental processes. Concepts of mathematical modeling and applications of computational systems biology.
Lecture notes	no script
Literature	The course is not taught by a particular book, but some books are suggested for further reading: - Systems biology in Practice by Klipp, Herwig, Kowald, Wierling und Lehrach. Wiley-VCH 2005

Environment and Energy
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0191-01L	Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Technologies	W	4 credits	2V + 1U	L. Gubler, E. Fabbri, J. Herranz Salañer
Abstract	The course provides an introduction to the principles and applications of electrochemical energy conversion (e.g. fuel cells) and storage (e.g. batteries) technologies in the broader context of a renewable energy system.
Learning objective	Students will discover the importance of electrochemical energy conversion and storage in energy systems of today and the future, specifically in the framework of renewable energy scenarios. Basics and key features of electrochemical devices will be discussed, and applications in the context of the overall energy system will be highlighted with focus on future mobility technologies and grid-scale energy storage. Finally, the role of (electro)chemical processes in power-to-X and deep decarbonization concepts will be elaborated.
Content	Overview of energy utilization: past, present and future, globally and locally; today’s and future challenges for the energy system; climate changes; renewable energy scenarios; introduction to electrochemistry; electrochemical devices, basics and their applications: batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers, flow batteries, supercapacitors, chemical energy carriers: hydrogen & synthetic natural gas; electromobility; grid-scale energy storage, power-to-gas, power-to-X and deep decarbonization, techno-economics and life cycle analysis.
Lecture notes	all lecture materials will be available for download on the course website and Moodle.
Literature	Textbook recommendations for advanced studies on the topics of the course: - M. Sterner, I. Stadler (Eds.): Handbook of Energy Storage (Springer, 2019). - C.H. Hamann, A. Hamnett, W. Vielstich; Electrochemistry, Wiley-VCH (2007). - T.F. Fuller, J.N. Harb: Electrochemical Engineering, Wiley (2018)
Prerequisites / Notice	Basic physical chemistry background required, prior knowledge of electrochemistry basics desired.
529-0507-00L	Hands-on Electrochemistry for Energy Storage and Conversion Applications Prerequisites: previous attendance of at least one of the following courses is mandatory: - 529-0659-00L Electrochemistry: Fundamentals, Cells & Applications - 529-0440-00L Physical Electrochemistry and Electrocatalysis - 529-0191-01L Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Technologies - 151-0234-00L Electrochemical Energy Systems	W	6 credits	6P	L. Gubler, E. Fabbri, J. Herranz Salañer, S. Trabesinger
Abstract	The 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).
Learning objective	Solidify 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.
Content	Day 1: Course introduction, electrochemistry refresher Day 2: Rotating disk electrode (RDE) studies Days 3 - 8: 3 x 2-day blocks of laboratory work (rotating assignments): - Lithium-ion batteries - Redox flow batteries - Polymer electrolyte fuel cells Day 9: finalize data processing, prepare for oral presentation and exam Day 10 (at ETH): presentations and exam
Lecture notes	- The course material will be prepared and provided by the lecturers. - Students should bring their own laptop - Origin will be used for data treatment demonstration
Literature	References 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 (www.psi.ch). - The number of participants is limited to 15 (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 (www.psi.ch/gaestehaus) is possible and will be arranged. Admittance criterion: previous attendance of at least one of the following courses is mandatory: - 529-0659-00L Electrochemistry: Fundamentals, Cells & Applications - 529-0440-00L Physical Electrochemistry and Electrocatalysis - 529-0191-01L Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Technologies - 151-0234-00L Electrochemical Energy Systems

Systems and Process Engineering
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0941-00L	Introduction to Macromolecular Chemistry	W	4 credits	3G	D. Opris, T. L. Choi
Abstract	Basic definitions, types of polyreactions, constitution of homo- and copolymers, networks, configurative and conformative aspects, contour length, coil formation, mobility, glass temperature, rubber elasticity, molecular weight distribution, energetics of and examples for polyreactions.
Learning objective	Understanding the significance of molecular size, constitution, configuration and conformation of synthetic and natural macromolecules for their specific physical and chemical properties.
Content	This introductory course on macromolecular chemistry discusses definitions, introduces types of polyreactions, and compares chain and step-growth polymerizations. It also treats the constitution of polymers, homo- and copolymers, networks, configuration and conformation of polymers. Topics of interest are contour length, coil formation, the mobility in polymers, glass temperature, rubber elasticity, molecular weight distribution, energetics of polyreactions, and examples for polyreactions (polyadditions, polycondensations, polymerizations). Selected polymerization mechanisms and procedures are discussed whenever appropriate throughout the course. Some methods of molecular weight determination are introduced.
Lecture notes	Course materials (consisting of personal notes and distributed paper copies) are sufficient for exam preparation.
Prerequisites / Notice	The course will be taught in English. Complicated expressions will also be given in German. Questions are welcome in English or German. The written examination will be in English, answers in German are acceptable. A basic chemistry knowledge is required. PhD students who need recognized credit points are required to pass the written exam.
529-0017-00L	Chemometrics and Machine Learning for Chemical Engineers	W	6 credits	3G	A. Butté
Abstract	This course will offer a broad overview on several statistical techniques that can be applied in the field of (bio)chemical engineering for process modeling and experimental design. During the course, the student will be initially given basic statistical notions (variance, covariance, p-values, etc.), followed by an overview of the main so-called chemometric techniques, with particular focus on mu
Learning objective	The course has the following objectives: 1.Introduce the student to the main statistical techniques that are typically used for research and industrial purposes, while emphasizing on the role that machine learning will play in the future. Several application examples from (bio)chemical engineering will be provided. 2.Provide some guidance to the choice of the statistical tools for different purposes, and to the pros and cons of such choice. 3.Provide major insights into such techniques, so to avoid most common errors and misusage of such techniques. 4.To some extent, demystify machine learning techniques as simple solution to all problems, highlight major limitations of such techniques when applied to (bio)chemical processes, and discuss the importance of integrating such techniques with theoretical knowledge.
Content	Lecture contents: 1. Course motivation and Fundamentals of Statistics 2. Linear regressions (incl lasso and ridge) 3. From Process Data to PCA 4. PLS (comparing also with PCR) 5. PLS (and PLS2) variable importance and advanced interpretation 6. Machine learning: general intro, supervised & unsupervised clustering, decision trees 7. Random Forests and Support Vector Machines 8. Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and their Variants 9. Gaussian Processes (theory, application for regression, missing data) 10. Hybrid Models: Intro 11. Hybrid Models: Advanced application of Hybrid Models 12. Kalman filtering 13. Model-based experimental design versus classical DoE
Lecture notes	Before each class, the student will receive a PowerPoint presentation with the lecture. In the third hour of the lecture, an exercise will be presented to the students. The students are asked to solve the exercise in groups. The exercise will require the numerical solution of some problems using Matlab (or equivalent software). All main functions for the solution will be supplied. The solution of the exercise will be discussed during the next class.
Literature	1. Practical Guide To Chemometrics, by Paul Gemperline (Editor), ISBN-13: 978-1574447835 2. Multivariate Analysemethoden, by Backhaus, K., Erichson, B., Plinke, W., Weiber, R. (Authors), ISBN-13: 978-3-662-46076-4. 3. Machine Learning Engineering, by Andriy Burkov (Authors), ISBN-13: 978-1999579579
Prerequisites / Notice	Numerical and statistical methods for chemical engineers.

Economics and Technology Management
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
363-1008-00L	Public Economics	W	3 credits	2V	M. Köthenbürger, T. Giommoni
Abstract	Public Economics analyses the role of the government in the economy. In this course we will discuss justifications for and the design of public policy as well as its consequences on market outcomes. Issues related to public goods, taxation, in particular the effects of tax policy on labor supply, entrepreneurship and innovation will be emphasized.
Learning objective	The primary goal of the course is to familiarize students with the central concepts and principles of public economics. The course aims at providing a good understanding of theoretical work and how it may be applied to actual policy problems. Students will get a good overview of recent key contributions in the field and how these relate to empirical observations.
Content	Overview: The course Public Economics analyses the role of the government in the economy. In most developed countries, government activity is significant and ranges from public service provision, redistribution of incomes, regulation and taxation. In many cases, public expenditures are 30-40 percent of GDP. In the course, we will discuss justifications for and the design of public policy as well as its consequences on market outcomes. We will repeatedly use real-world policy examples to allow students to apply their knowledge and to realize how effectively the knowledge can be used to understand and design public policy making. Organization: The course consists of four big building blocks, “externalities”, “taxation”, “political economy”, and “social security”. For each of the building blocks we will provide slides. There will be three problem sets and a written exam at the end of the course. Problem sets will not be graded. Credit points are given for passed exams only.

Modeling and Simulation
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
151-0207-00L	Theory and Modeling of Reactive Flows	W	4 credits	3G	C. E. Frouzakis, I. Mantzaras
Abstract	The course first reviews the governing equations and combustion chemistry, setting the ground for the analysis of homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Catalytic combustion and its coupling with homogeneous combustion are dealt in detail, and turbulent combustion modeling approaches are presented. Available numerical codes will be used for modeling.
Learning objective	Theory of combustion with numerical applications
Content	The analysis of realistic reactive flow systems necessitates the use of detailed computer models that can be constructed starting from first principles i.e. thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, chemical kinetics, and heat and mass transport. In this course, the focus will be on combustion theory and modeling. The reacting flow governing equations and the combustion chemistry are firstly reviewed, setting the ground for the analysis of homogeneous gas-phase mixtures, laminar diffusion and premixed flames. Heterogeneous (catalytic) combustion, an area of increased importance in the last years, will be dealt in detail along with its coupling with homogeneous combustion. Finally, approaches for the modeling of turbulent combustion will be presented. Available numerical codes will be used to compute the above described phenomena. Familiarity with numerical methods for the solution of partial differential equations is expected.
Lecture notes	Handouts
Prerequisites / Notice	NEW course

Master's Thesis
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0600-10L	Master's Thesis Only students who fulfill the following criteria are allowed to begin with their Master's thesis: a. successful completion of the Bachelor's programme; b. fulfilling of any additional requirements necessary to gain admission to the Master's programme. Duration of the Master's Thesis 20 weeks.	O	25 credits	54D	Professors
Abstract	In the Master thesis students prove their ability to independent, structured and scientific working. The Master thesis is carried out in a research group of the Department of Chemistry and Applied Biosciences, usually in the Institute of Chemical and Bioengineering, as chosen by the student.
Learning objective	In the Master Thesis students prove their ability to independent, structured and scientific working.

Science in Perspective
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Course Units for Additional Admission Requirements The courses below are only available to MSc students with additional admission requirements.
Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
529-0051-AAL	Analytical Chemistry I Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. All other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit.	E-	3 credits	6R	D. Günther, R. Zenobi
Abstract	Introduction into the most important spectroscopical methods and their applications to gain structural information.
Learning objective	Knowledge about the necessary theoretical background of spectroscopical methods and their practical applications
Content	Application oriented basics of organic and inorganic instrumental analysis and of the empirical employment of structure elucidation methods: Mass spectrometry: Ionization methods, mass separation, isotope signals, rules of fragmentation, rearrangements. NMR spectroscopy: Experimental basics, chemical shift, spin-spin coupling. IR spectroscopy: Revisiting topics like harmonic oscillator, normal vibrations, coupled oscillating systems (in accordance to the basics of the related lecture in physical chemistry); sample preparation, acquisition techniques, law of Lambert and Beer, interpretation of IR spectra; Raman spectroscopy. UV/VIS spectroscopy: Basics, interpretation of electron spectra. Circular dichroism (CD) und optical rotation dispersion (ORD). Atomic absorption, emission, and X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy: Basics, sample preparation.
Lecture notes	Script will be provided for factory costs.
Literature	- R. Kellner, J.-M. Mermet, M. Otto, H. M. Widmer (Eds.) Analytical Chemistry, Wiley-VCH, Weinheim, 1998; - D. A. Skoog und J. J. Leary, Instrumentelle Analytik, Springer, Heidelberg, 1996; - M. Hesse, H. Meier, B. Zeeh, Spektroskopische Methoden in der organischen Chemie, 5. überarbeitete Auflage, Thieme, Stuttgart, 1995 - E. Pretsch, P. Bühlmann, C. Affolter, M. Badertscher, Spektroskopische Daten zur Strukturaufklärung organischer verbindungen, 4. Auflage, Springer, Berlin/Heidelberg, 2001- Kläntschi N., Lienemann P., Richner P., Vonmont H: Elementanalytik. Instrumenteller Nachweis und Bestimmung von Elementen und deren Verbindungen. Spektrum Analytik, 1996, Hardcover, 339 S., ISBN 3-86025-134-1.
Prerequisites / Notice	Excercises are integrated in the lectures. In addition, attendance in the lecture 529-0289-00 "Instrumental analysis of organic compounts" (4th semester) is recommended.

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