| Code |
15945
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| Year |
1
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| Semester |
S2
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
PL(30H)/T(30H)
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| Scientific area |
Industrial Chemistry
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Entry requirements |
Not applicable.
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Learning outcomes |
1.Understand the fundamental principles of applied electrochemistry, electrode/solution interface, and the thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of electrochemical reactions
2.Apply diagnostic techniques, voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), in the characterization of electrochemical systems and processes
3.Analyse industrial electrochemical processes, electrolysis, electrodeposition, electrochemical methods for wastewater treatment, metal recovery, and electrosynthesis
4.Interpret mechanisms of metallic corrosion: use of Pourbaix diagrams, the study of polarization, and the analysis of localized corrosion phenomena
5.Evaluate the degradation of non-metallic materials, polymers and cellulosic structures, under different environmental conditions
6.Identify and apply corrosion mitigation processes, protection strategies and monitoring techniques
7.Develop experimental autonomy, critical analysis skills, and problem-solving abilities through laboratory mini-projects
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Syllabus |
1. Applied Electrochemistry: Fundamentals and Technologies
Advanced fundamentals of electrochemistry; electrode/solution interface; principles of thermodynamics and kinetics; charge transfer; diagnostic techniques (voltammetry, EIS). Electrochemical processes in an industrial context: electrolysis, electrodeposition, batteries, fuel cells, electrochemical methods for wastewater treatment, electrosynthesis, and electrochemical metal recovery.
2. Metallic Corrosion and Degradation of Non-Metallic Materials
Thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion; Pourbaix diagrams; polarization; localized corrosion, stress corrosion, and microbiologically influenced corrosion; protection and monitoring strategies. Degradation and ageing of polymers and cellulosic structures under UV radiation, temperature, sunlight, and humidity, leading to changes in structural, optical, and mechanical properties.
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Main Bibliography |
- A.J. Bard, L.R. Faulkner, Electrochemical Methods: Fundamentals and Applications, 3rd Ed, Wiley-VCH, 2022.
- C. Hamann, A. Hamnett, W. Vielstich, Electrochemistry, 2nd Ed, Wiley-VCH, 2007.
- R. Revie, H. Uhlig, Corrosion and corrosion control: an introduction to corrosion science and engineering, Wiley-Interscience, 2008.
Scientific articles and review papers in the areas relevant to the course.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
The assessment includes three components:
T – Theoretical Component (40% of the Final Grade – FG)
Assessed through three midterm tests or a final exam.
The T grade corresponds to the average of the three midterm tests or, alternatively, to the grade obtained in the final exam.
A minimum grade of 9.5/20 is required to pass this component.
S – Seminars (45% of the FG)
Includes three seminars, developed in groups of two students, with a written summary, oral presentation, and discussion.
A minimum grade of 9.5/20 is required to pass this component.
PL – Laboratory Mini-Projects (15% of the FG)
Includes two laboratory mini-projects, assessed based on preparation, experimental execution, data analysis, and a scientific report.
A minimum grade of 9.5/20 is required to pass this component.
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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