Search result: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2022

Number	Title	Type	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
Energy Science and Technology Master
Electives These courses are particularly recommended, other ETH-courses from the field of Energy Science and Technology at large may be chosen in accordance with your tutor.
Energy Flows and Processes
101-0206-00L	Hydraulic Engineering	W	5 credits	4G	R. Boes, K. Sperger
Abstract	Hydraulic systems, schemes and structures (e.g. dams, intakes, conduits, pipes, open channels, weirs, powerhouses, locks), fundamentals in river engineering and natural hazards
Learning objective	In the course "Hydraulic Engineering", the competencies of process understanding and system understanding are taught, applied and examined. Concept development is taught and applied. The course aims at knowledge of hydraulic systems and their main hydraulic components and structures; competencies in planning and design of hydraulic structures with regard to serviceability and reliability are teached.
Content	Hydraulic systems: High-head storage power plants and low-head run-of-river power plants. Weirs: weir and gate types, hydraulic design. Intakes: intake types, desilting facilities and sand traps. Channels: design, open and closed channels. Closed conduits: linings, hydraulic design of pressure tunnels and shafts. Dams and reservoirs: dam types, appurtenant structures River engineering: flow computation, sediment transport, engineering and environmental measures. Natural hazards: types, basics of countermeasures Inland navigation: channels and locks. Exercises in written form, exercises in hydraulic and computer laboratory. Field trip.
Lecture notes	Comprehensive script "Hydraulic structures" in German.
Literature	Literature references are given at the end of each chapter of the script. Recommended books: see course description in German
Prerequisites / Notice	strongly recommended: basic knowledge in hydraulics (fluid mechanics)
101-0588-01L	Re-/Source the Built Environment	W	3 credits	2S	G. Habert
Abstract	The course focuses on material choice and energy strategies to limit the environmental impact of construction sector. During the course, specific topics will be presented (construction technologies, environmental policies, social consequences of material use, etc.). The course aims to present sustainable options to tackle the global challenge we are facing and show that "it is not too late".
Learning objective	After the lecture series, the students are aware of the main challenges for the production and use of building materials. They know the different technologies/propositions available, and environmental consequence of a choice. They understand in which conditions/context one resource/technology will be more appropriate than another
Content	A general presentation of the global context allows to identify the objectives that as engineer, material scientist or architect needs to achieve to create a sustainable built environment. The course is then conducted as a serie of guest lectures focusing on one specific aspect to tackle this global challenge and show that "it is not too late". The lecture series is divided as follows: - General presentation - Notion of resource depletion, resilience, criticality, decoupling, etc. - Guest lectures covering different resources and proposing different option to build or maintain a sustainable built environment.
Lecture notes	For each lecture slides will be provided.
Prerequisites / Notice	The lecture series will be conducted in English and is aimed at students of master's programs, particularly the departments ARCH, BAUG, ITET, MAVT, MTEC and USYS. No lecture will be given during Seminar week.
151-0060-00L	Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena in Nanotechnology	W	4 credits	2V + 2U	T. M. Schutzius, D. Taylor
Abstract	The lecture deals with thermodynamics and transport phenomena in nano- and microscale systems. Typical areas of applications are microelectronics manufacturing and cooling, manufacturing of novel materials and coatings, surface technologies, wetting phenomena and related technologies, and micro- and nanosystems and devices.
Learning objective	The student will acquire fundamental knowledge of interfacial and micro-nanoscale thermofluidics including electric field and light interaction with surfaces. Furthermore, the student will be exposed to a host of applications ranging from superhydrophobic surfaces and microelectronics cooling to solar energy, all of which will be discussed in the context of the course. The student will also judge state-of-the-art scientific research in these areas.
Content	Thermodynamic aspects of intermolecular forces; Interfacial phenomena; Surface tension; Wettability and contact angle; Wettability of Micro/Nanoscale textured surfaces: superhydrophobicity and superhydrophilicity. Physics of micro- and nanofluidics as well as heat and mass transport phenomena at the nanoscale. Scientific communication and exposure to state-of-the-art scientific research in the areas of Nanotechnology and the Water-Energy Nexus.
Lecture notes	yes
151-0160-00L	Nuclear Energy Systems	W	4 credits	2V + 1U	R. Eichler, P. Burgherr, W. Hummel, T. Kämpfer, T. Kober, M. Streit, X. Zhang
Abstract	Nuclear energy and sustainability, uranium production, uranium enrichment, nuclear fuel production, reprocessing of spent fuel, nuclear waste disposal, Life Cycle Analysis, energy and materials balance of Nuclear Power Plants.
Learning objective	Students get an overview on the physical and chemical fundamentals, the technological processes and the environmental impact of the full energy conversion chain of nuclear power generation. The are enabled to assess to potentials and risks arising from embedding nuclear power in a complex energy system.
Content	(1) survey on the cosmic and geological origin of uranium, methods of uranium mining, separation of uranium from the ore, (2) enrichment of uranium (diffusion cells, ultra-centrifuges, alternative methods), chemical conversion uranium oxid - fluorid - oxid, fuel rod fabrication processes, (3) fuel reprocessing (hydrochemical, pyrochemical) including modern developments of deep partitioning as well as methods to treat and minimize the amount and radiotoxicity of nuclear waste. (4) nuclear waste disposal, waste categories and origin, geological and engineered barriers in deep geological repositories, the project of a deep geological disposal for radioactive waste in Switzerland, (5) methods to measure the sustainability of energy systems, comparison of nuclear energy with other energy sources, environmental impact of the nuclear energy system as a whole, including the question of CO2 emissions, CO2 reduction costs, radioactive releases from the power plant, the fuel chain and the final disposal. The material balance of different fuel cycles with thermal and fast reactors isdiscussed.
Lecture notes	Lecture slides will be distributed as handouts and in digital form
151-0206-00L	Energy Systems and Power Engineering	W	4 credits	2V + 2U	R. S. Abhari, A. Steinfeld
Abstract	Introductory first course for the specialization in ENERGY. The course provides an overall view of the energy field and pertinent global problems, reviews some of the thermodynamic basics in energy conversion, and presents the state-of-the-art technology for power generation and fuel processing.
Learning objective	Introductory first course for the specialization in ENERGY. The course provides an overall view of the energy field and pertinent global problems, reviews some of the thermodynamic basics in energy conversion, and presents the state-of-the-art technology for power generation and fuel processing.
Content	World primary energy resources and use: fossil fuels, renewable energies, nuclear energy; present situation, trends, and future developments. Sustainable energy system and environmental impact of energy conversion and use: energy, economy and society. Electric power and the electricity economy worldwide and in Switzerland; production, consumption, alternatives. The electric power distribution system. Renewable energy and power: available techniques and their potential. Cost of electricity. Conventional power plants and their cycles; state-of-the-art and advanced cycles. Combined cycles and cogeneration; environmental benefits. Solar thermal; concentrated solar power; solar photovoltaics. Fuel cells: characteristics, fuel reforming and combined cycles.
Lecture notes	Vorlesungsunterlagen werden verteilt
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
151-0224-00L	Fuel Synthesis Engineering	W	4 credits	3V	B. Bulfin, A. Lidor
Abstract	This course will include a revision of chemical engineering fundamentals and the basics of processes modelling for fuel synthesis technologies. Using this as a background we will then study a range of fuel production technologies, including established fossil fuel processing and emerging renewable fuel production processes.
Learning objective	1) Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of chemical process engineering, including chemical thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and chemical reaction engineering. 2) Learn to perform basic process modelling using some computational methods in order to analyze fuel production processes. 3) Using the fundamentals as a background, we will study a number of different fuel production processes, both conventional and emerging technologies.
Content	Theory: Chemical equilibrium thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and chemical reaction engineering. Processes modelling: An introduction to using cantera to model chemical processes. This part of the course includes an optional project, where the student will perform a basic analysis of a natural gas to methanol conversion process. Fuel synthesis topics: Conventional fuel production including oil refinery, upgrading of coal and natural gas, and biofuel. Emerging renewable fuel technologies including the conversion of renewable electricity to fuels via electrolysis, the conversion of heat to fuels via thermochemical cycles, and some other speculative fuel production processes.
Lecture notes	Will be available electronically.
Literature	A) Physical Chemistry, 3rd edition, A. Alberty and J. Silbey, 2001 B) Chemical Reaction Engineering, 3rd Edition, Octave Levenspiel, 1999 C) Fundamentals of industrial catalytic processes, C. H. Bartholomew, R. J. Farrauto, 2011;
Prerequisites / Notice	Some previous studies in chemistry and chemical engineering are recommended, but not absolutely necessary. Experience with either Python or Matlab is also recommended.
151-0234-00L	Electrochemical Energy Systems	W	4 credits	4G	M. Lukatskaya
Abstract	This course will discuss working principles of electrochemical energy systems, with focus on energy storage devices and touching on energy conversion systems. It will provide detailed introduction into the fundamentals of the related electrochemical processes and key electrochemical characterization methods.
Learning objective	The goal of this course is that students understand fundamental principles and theory behind electrochemical processes, analyse current scientific literature and explain real electrochemical data. Key objectives of this course are: 1. Explain working principle of electrochemical energy storage systems 2. Claculate theoretical capabilities of the energy storage systems 3. Explain discrepancies between theoretical and real-world performance of energy storage systems 4. Understand and explain principles of analytical electrochemical methods 5. Analyze and explain relevant seminal and modern research literature
Lecture notes	Lecture notes and handouts
151-0310-00L	Nonlinear Model Predictive Control of Mechatronic Systems Note: previous course title until FS21 "Model Predictive Engine Control". Number of participants limited to 55.	W	4 credits	2V + 1U	T. Albin Rajasingham
Abstract	The lecture details the Nonlinear Model Predictive Control (NMPC) concept that is an advanced control method offering significant advantages. Specifically, NMPC schemes are covered which are suited for the requirements of mechatronic systems. Many systems are characterized by complex, nonlinear system dynamics while the sampling times of the control algorithms are in the millisecond range.
Learning objective	Learn how to design and implement Nonlinear Model Predictive Control algorithms for challenging real-time systems. The lecture discusses the algorithmic details of NMPC with a special focus on mechatronic systems. During the exercise sessions an NMPC controller for a combustion engine is developed. The entire process from simulation-based control development to the application at a real-world combustion engine is covered.
Content	1) Introduction 2) Model-based control 3) Fundamentals of optimization 4) Linear MPC 5) Formulation of the optimization problem 6) Nonlinear MPC: numerical solution algorithms for real-time applications 7) Nonlinear MPC: discretization methods 8) Application example: engine control
Lecture notes	Lecture slides will be provided after each lecture. The lecture follows the book T. Albin: "Nonlinear Model Predictive Control of Combustion Engines" Springer
Literature	x T. Albin: "Nonlinear Model Predictive Control of Combustion Engines" x J. Maciejowski: "Predictive Control with Constraints" x L. Guzzella / C. Onder: "Introduction to Modeling and Control of Internal Combustion Engine Systems"
Prerequisites / Notice	Fundamental control lecture (e.g. Control System 1), Linear Algebra, Matlab
529-0440-00L	Physical Electrochemistry and Electrocatalysis	W	6 credits	3G	T. Schmidt
Abstract	Fundamentals of electrochemistry, electrochemical electron transfer, electrochemical processes, electrochemical kinetics, electrocatalysis, surface electrochemistry, electrochemical energy conversion processes and introduction into the technologies (e.g., fuel cell, electrolysis), electrochemical methods (e.g., voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy), mass transport.
Learning objective	Providing an overview and in-depth understanding of Fundamentals of electrochemistry, electrochemical electron transfer, electrochemical processes, electrochemical kinetics, electrocatalysis, surface electrochemistry, electrochemical energy conversion processes (fuel cell, electrolysis), electrochemical methods and mass transport during electrochemical reactions. The students will learn about the importance of electrochemical kinetics and its relation to industrial electrochemical processes and in the energy seactor.
Content	Review of electrochemical thermodynamics, description electrochemical kinetics, Butler-Volmer equation, Tafel kinetics, simple electrochemical reactions, electron transfer, Marcus Theory, fundamentals of electrocatalysis, elementary reaction processes, rate-determining steps in electrochemical reactions, practical examples and applications specifically for electrochemical energy conversion processes, introduction to electrochemical methods, mass transport in electrochemical systems. Introduction to fuel cells and electrolysis
Lecture notes	Will be handed out during the Semester
Literature	Physical Electrochemistry, E. Gileadi, Wiley VCH Electrochemical Methods, A. Bard/L. Faulkner, Wiley-VCH Modern Electrochemistry 2A - Fundamentals of Electrodics, J. Bockris, A. Reddy, M. Gamboa-Aldeco, Kluwer Academic/Plenum Publishers
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

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