CHE515 ADVANCES IN CATALYSIS
| Course Code: | 5630515 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Chemical Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. DENİZ ÜNER |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
To develop a general understanding in
Advanced level kinetics and thermodynamics of the chemical reactions Heterogeneous reaction kinetics and their mechanism The relationship between the structure and the reactivity of the surfaces Adsorptive methods of the surface characterization The consolidation of the characterization data and the surface reaction mechanisms for the rational design of catalysts
Course Content
Applications of the principles of micro kinetic analysis, statistical and classical thermodynamics on the heterogeneous surface chemical reactions. Transition state theory, surface energetics. Advanced catalyst characterization techniques : incorporation of the characterization information in the chemical reaction analyses.
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the semester the successful student should be able to
- choose methods to identify the catalytic problem, the bottleneck in a reaction
- collect evidence from the literature and critically evaluate data
- interpret chemical information obtained from transient techniquies
- incorporate classical and statistical thermodynamics in kinetic analysis
- obtain a kinetic model consistent with the data
- obtain a rate expression consistent with the data
Program Outcomes Matrix
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| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | Acquire knowledge in depth and breadth via scientific research in their field; evaluate, interpret and apply this knowledge. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Are thoroughly informed about current techniques and methods of engineering, and their limitations. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Complement and apply uncertain, limited or incomplete knowledge using scientific methods; are capable of integrating knowledge from different disciplines. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Are aware of the new and developing applications of their profession; can study and learn about these applications when necessary. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Can define and formulate problems relevant to their field, develop solutions to solve these problems and employ innovative methods for these solutions. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex processes and develop innovative/alternative solutions in design. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Design and apply theoretical, experimental and model-based research; analyze and resolve complex problems that arise during this process. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Can effectively function within intra- and interdisciplinary teams, can lead such teams and formulate solution approaches under complex situations; can work independently and assume responsibility. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Can communicate verbally or in written form in a non-native language, at least at level B2 of the European Language Portfolio. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | Can communicate the progress and results of their studies systematically and clearly in oral or written form, in national or international forums related to their area or others. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | Are informed and aware of the limitations of social, environmental, health and safety-related and legal dimensions on engineering applications. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | Uphold social, scientific and ethical values in acquisition, interpretation and communication of data and in all activities related to their profession. | ✔ | |||