Degree | Type | Year | Semester |
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2502444 Chemistry | OT | 4 | 1 |
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It is recommended to have studied and approved the courses that make up the matter of Physical Chemistry (Quantum Chemistry, Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics and Surface, Transport Fenomena) and the course of the correspondant laboratory (in the matter of Methodology and Chemical Experimentation)
Provide the necessary knowledge to recognize Electrochemistry as a useful tool in both basic and applied research, with special emphasis on the essential processes of Applied Electrochemistry: Electrosynthesis, Batteries, Electrodialysis and Corrosion Protection.
Lesson 1. Heterogeneous electron transfer (ET) reactions.
Oxidation-Reduction. Homogeneous ET vs. Heterogeneous ET. Electrochemical systems: Electrodes. Fundamental thermodynamic and kinetic aspects: Nernst and Butler-Volmer
Lesson 2. The electrochemical cell and the reactor.
Electrochemical Cells and electrodes. I-E curves. Variables affecting the rate of an electrode reaction. Figures of merit in Electrolysis. Types and design of reactors
Lesson 3. Electrosynthesis of inorganic compounds.
The chlor-alkali industry. Obtaining aluminum and alkaline metals. Other inorganic processes: electrolysis of water, obtaining fluorine and sodium chlorate.
Lesson 4. Electrochemistry and metals.
Metal extraction and refining. Metal finishing: Electroplating and anodizing. Metal processing: electroforming and electochemical machining.
Lesson 5. Electrosynthesis of organic compounds.
Electrode reactions with coupled homogeneous chemical reations. Methods to investigate the mechanisms: Molecular electrochemistry. Comparison between chemical and electrochemical methods. Hydrolymerization of acrylonitrile.
Lesson 6. Indirect electrosynthesis.
REDOX heterogeneous catalysis. Thermodynamics of the process. Examples
Lesson 7. Electrochemistry and membranes. Separation processes.
Electrodialysis Ion selective membranes. Bipolar membranes. Electroosmosis and electrophoresis. Desalination.
Lesson 8. Treatment of industrial effluents.
Recovery of metals by electrodeposition. Treatment of organic waste. Treatment of inorganic waste. Electroflotation
Lesson 9. Batteries, rechargeable batteries and fuel cells.
Types. Examples Thermodynamics and kinetics of batteries. Power and other parameters of the batteries. Fuel cells. Examples: The hybrid car.
Lesson 10. Corrosion
Types of corrosion. Thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion. Corrosion in everyday life. Corrosion control
Laboratory
Group 1
Electrochemical preparation of peroxodisulphate.
Kinetics of the attack to metals by acids.
Differential aeration
Cathodic protection by sacrificial anode.
Group 2 (according to calendar)
Visit to an electrochemical industry
The acquisition of knowledge will be carried out through the use of theoretical classes, problem classes and laboratory practices.
Theoretical classes (on the board with the help of audiovisual media) in which the basic concepts will be introduced to be able to understand the fundamental and applied aspects of Electrochemistry.
Problem classes (with more student participation) in which the methodology will be indicated to quantitatively solve numerical questions
Laboratory practices (which will be carried out according to economic availability) in which the knowledge acquired during the theoretical classes and of problems to the habitual electrochemical manipulation will be applied. The purpose is twofold, to affirm the fundamental concepts and acquire the necessary experimental skills in Electrochemistry. The visit to an electrochemical industry will be made according to availability
Annotation: Within the schedule set by the centre or degree programme, 15 minutes of one class will be reserved for students to evaluate their lecturers and their courses or modules through questionnaires.
Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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Type: Directed | |||
Laboratory practices | 8 | 0.32 | 1, 17, 15, 16, 13, 5, 20, 21, 22, 24, 27, 30 |
Problem classes | 8 | 0.32 | 2, 5, 22, 23, 25, 14 |
Theoretical classes | 30 | 1.2 | 3, 4, 11, 12, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 5, 26, 22, 29 |
Type: Supervised | |||
Tutorials | 4 | 0.16 | 6, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 28 |
Type: Autonomous | |||
Laboratory work Preparation and drafting of reports | 13 | 0.52 | 1, 17, 6, 18, 19, 15, 16, 13, 5, 26, 20, 21, 22, 24, 27, 14, 30, 28 |
Problem solving | 22 | 0.88 | 2, 5, 22, 23, 25, 14 |
The study | 52 | 2.08 | 1, 3, 2, 4, 17, 11, 12, 7, 8, 9, 10, 18, 19, 5, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 |
The tests (60% of the grade). According to the academic calendar two tests will be carried out. A grade equal to or higher than 4.0 (out of 10) is required in the tests so that the remaining 40% of points can be added (classroom work and laboratory practices). In the event that the grade is lower than 4.0, the student will have to take the recovery exam, which will include all the material, to pass the subject. In addition, to participate in the recovery the students must have been evaluated in a set of activities whose weight equals a minimum of two thirds of the total grade of the subject.
Realization of classroom work (20% of the grade). The completion of this work is mandatory and is not recoverable.
Laboratory work (20% of the grade). Attendance at laboratory sessions is mandatory and is not recoverable.
Unique assessment
Laboratory:
Laboratory work (TL) (20% of the grade). Attendance at laboratory sessions is mandatory, as well as handing in reports if required by the teacher. The TL grade will be graded between 0 and 10.
Exams:
A final test (PF), which will consist of an examination of the entire syllabus of the subject. This will take place on the day that the students of the continuous assessment take the second part. The Final Test (PF) will be graded between 0 and 10.
Qualifications:
The final grade of the student who opts for continuous assessment, before and after the recovery, will be calculated according to:
NF = 0.20 TL + 0.8 PF.
To pass the subject per course, you must obtain an NF greater than or equal to 5.0.
Students who do not pass the subject by year:
If the NF does not reach 5, the student has another chance to pass the subject by means of the make-up exam.
The student's new qualification will replace the PF of the previous formula. The TL grade cannot be recovered.
To pass the subject with recovery, the student must meet the same requirements as to pass the subject by course.
If it is detected copying a student will be urged to leave the classroom with the consequence of a failure in the subject.
During written tests, mobile phones or any communication system must be disconnected and stored in bags or backpacks. The use of these devices is strictly prohibited. In the case of detecting that a student contravenes these instructions will be expelled from the exam and / or test with the consequence of a failure in the subject.
Attention:
The student who is involved in an incident that may have serious consequences on safety may be expelled from the laboratory and suspend the subject
Title | Weighting | Hours | ECTS | Learning Outcomes |
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Laboratory work Preparation and drafting of reports | 20% | 2 | 0.08 | 1, 17, 6, 18, 19, 15, 16, 13, 5, 26, 20, 21, 22, 24, 27, 14, 30, 28 |
Problem solving | 60% | 8 | 0.32 | 1, 3, 4, 11, 12, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 18, 5, 26, 21, 22, 24, 27, 14, 29 |
Written tests | 60% | 3 | 0.12 | 2, 5, 22, 24, 23, 25, 14 |
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P.M.S.Monk, "Fundamentals of Electroanalytical Chemistry" Wiley, N.Y., 2001
D.Pletcher, "Industrial Electrochemistry", 2Ed. Chapman and Hall, London 1999
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