Name | Prof. em. Dr. Massimo Morbidelli |
Field | Chemische Reaktionstechnik |
Address | Inst. f. Chemie- u. Bioing.wiss. ETH Zürich, HCI F 129 Vladimir-Prelog-Weg 1-5/10 8093 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
massimo.morbidelli@chem.ethz.ch | |
Department | Chemistry and Applied Biosciences |
Relationship | Professor emeritus |
Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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529-0030-00L | Laboratory Course: Elementary Chemical Techniques | 3 credits | 6P | N. Kobert, M. Morbidelli, M. H. Schroth, B. Wehrli | |
Abstract | This practical course provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques. The experiments cover a wide range of techniques, including analytical and synthetic techniques (e. g. investigation of soil and water samples or the preparation of simple compunds). Furthermore, the handling of gaseous substances is practised. | ||||
Objective | This course is intended to provide an overview of experimental chemical methods. The handling of chemicals and proper laboratory techniques represent the main learning targets. Furthermore, the description and recording of laboratory processes is an essential part of this course. | ||||
Content | The classification and analysis of natural and artificial compounds is a key subject of this course. It provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques, and the experiments cover a wide range of analytic and synthetic tasks: Selected samples (e.g. soil and water) will be analysed with various methods, such as titrations, spectroscopy or ion chromatography. The chemistry of aqeous solutions (acid-base equilibria and solvatation or precipitation processes) is studied. The synthesis of simple inorganic complexes or organic molecules is practised. Furthermore, the preparation and handling of environmentally relevant gaseous species like carbon dioxide or nitrogen oxides is a central subject of the Praktikum. | ||||
Lecture notes | The script will be published on the web. Details will be provided on the first day of the semester. | ||||
Literature | A thorough study of all script materials is requested before the course starts. | ||||
529-0072-00L | Chemical Process Technology | 1 credit | 2S | M. Morbidelli | |
Abstract | The course is constituted of a series of seminars on various topics of relevance in chemical engineering, with specific enphasis on those of direct interest in the research area of the group. Speakers are invited from various national and international institutions. | ||||
Objective | Expose the students to the most recent advances in the general area of chemical engineering. | ||||
Content | The course is constituted of a series of seminars on various topics of relevance in chemical engineering, with specific enphasis on those of direct interest in the research area of the group. Speakers are invited from various national and international institutions. | ||||
Lecture notes | When available, will be distributed at the end of the single seminar. | ||||
529-0632-00L | Homogeneous Reaction Engineering | 4 credits | 3G | M. Morbidelli, T. Casalini | |
Abstract | Kinetics of homogeneous reactions. Ideal reactors: optimization of conversion and selectivity for complex kinetic networks. Thermal effects in chemical reactors. Residence time distribution. Analysis and design of real reactors. Fast reactions in turbulent flows. Sensitivity and stability of chemical reactors. | ||||
Objective | Provide to the students a complete methodology for the analysis and design of homogeneous reactors | ||||
Content | Kinetic models for homogeneous reactions. Collection and analysis of experimental rate data. Isothermal ideal reactors. Complex reaction networks. Reactor design for conversion and selectivity optimization. Adiabatic and non-isothermal reactors. Temperature effect on reversible reactions. Residence time distribution in chemical reactors. Role of mixing in turbolent reacting systems. Design of real reactors. Parametric sensitivity and stability in chemical reactors. | ||||
Lecture notes | Scripts are available on line on the web page of the Morbidelli group. | ||||
Literature | H.S. Fogler, Elements of Chemical Reaction Engineering, Prentice Hall, 3rd edition, 1999 O. Levenspiel, Chemical Reaction Engineering, John Wiley, 3rd edition, 1999 J. Baldyga and J.R. Bourne, Turbulent Mixing and Chemical Reactions, John Wiley, 1999 A. Varma, M. Morbidelli and H. Wu, Parametric Sensitivity in Chemical Systems, Cambridge University Press, 1999 A. Varma and M. Morbidelli, Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering, Oxford University Press, 1997 | ||||
529-0637-00L | Chemical Engineering Laboratory II | 8 credits | 8P | M. Morbidelli, K. Hungerbühler, N. Kobert, F. C. I. Meemken | |
Abstract | Introduction to the main specific areas in chemical and biochemical engineering. The students sharpen their laboratory skills and learn to plan and perform problem-oriented experiments and to analyse, interpret and present the results. | ||||
Objective | Introduction to the main specific areas in chemical and biochemical engineering. the students sharpen their laborarory skills and learn combined techniques to plan and perform problem-oriented experiments and to analyse, interpret and present the results. | ||||
Content | Teams of two students will conduct four or five experiments from the following areas: reactor stability, characterization of multiphase reactors, heterogeneous gas phase catalysis, polymer reaction engineering, process control and automation, safety and ecological analysis. | ||||
529-0639-01L | Chemical Engineering Laboratory I | 6 credits | 8P | M. Morbidelli, N. Kobert | |
Abstract | Introduction to various tools of chemical engineering techniques with reference to the lectures. In groups of two, students will conduct experiments in the following areas: thermodynamics and phase equilibria including electrochemistry, transport phenomena, kinetics and selectivity of complex reactions, characterisation of ideal and real reactors. | ||||
Objective | Introduction to various tools of chemical engineering techniques with reference to the running lectures. | ||||
Content | In groups of two, students will conduct selected experiments in the following areas: thermodynamics and phase equilibria including electrochemistry, transport phenomena, kinetics and selectivity of complex reactions, characterisation of ideal and real reactors. |