Search result: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2023

Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
Chemical and Bioengineering Master
Electives
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
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.

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