Core course in MSc Chemistry – Energy & Sustainability, elective course MSc Chemistry, MSc Physics, MSc Life Science and Technology
Admission requirements
BSc in MST or LST
Description
-The course deals with the fundamental principles of electrochemistry: thermodynamics, double layer structure, electrochemical kinetics, mass transport in electrochemical systems, and electrochemical and non-electrochemical techniques applied to the study of electrochemical phenomena. In the second part of the course, several fields of application of electrochemistry will be discussed: electron-transfer theory, electrocatalysis, bio-electrochemistry, photo- electrochemistry, corrosion, electroplating, and batteries. The course finishes with a field trip to a company or research institute active in electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering.
At the end of the course students
will have knowledge of fundamental principles of electrochemical systems
will understand physical and chemical phenomena taking place at electrode-electrolyte interfaces
will have an overview of the wide variety of electrochemical applications in industry and daily life
can digest and present a summary of a scientific article from the literature
Mode of instruction
Lectures, exercises, excursion and discussion meetings
Language
English
Timetable
Schedule information can be found on the website of the programmes.
Literature
The course is based on the following book:
A.J.Bard, L.R.Faulkner, Electrochemical Methods, Fundamentals and Applications, Wiley.
Slides presented during the courses, course notes
Exercises
Examination
Written examination (50%)
Presentation of a scientific article (50%)
Registration
Register for this course via uSis
Contact Information
Information about the Lecturer
Additional info
Presence at the lectures and discussion meetings is obligatory.