Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The module is based on knowledge achieved in the modules Fundamental energy system physics and topology, Thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid dynamics and Modelling of thermal systems or similar.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Have knowledge about methods for determining thermal and calorimetric properties for pure fluids and mixtures as well as the calculation of chemical equilibrium
• Have knowledge about the interaction between chemical thermodynamics and combustion processes
• Have knowledge about fundamental methods for optimization of thermal and chemical energy systems using process integration

Skills

• Be able to understand and use the thermal property relations for pure fluids, multiphase systems and general mixtures
• Be able to determine chemical equilibrium
• Be able to conduct multiphase calculations for pure fluids on one or multiple phases and gas-/liquid mixtures
• Be able to conduct general psychrometric calculations; such as processes with humid air
• Be able to use the fundamental chemical thermodynamics in the calculation of chemical reactions related to stoichiometric and non-stoichiometric combustion
• Be able to understand the synthesis within thermal/chemical core processes, separation and recirculation systems and heat exchanger networks
• Be able to design optimum supply systems for the operation of thermal- and chemical processes
• Be able to use fundamental process integration methods on thermal and chemical systems

Competences

• Have the ability to use the topic interdisciplinary with other topics
• Be able to evaluate the best method of analysis related to the determination of thermal and calorimetric properties for a given process
• Be able to determine calorimetric conditions during combustion such as heating value and adiabatic flame temperature
• Be able to interpret the result of process integration calculations on thermal energy systems

Type of instruction

Lectures supplemented with self-study and/or study circles and possibly e-learning.

Extent and expected workload

Since it is a 5 ECTS course, the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Chemical Thermodynamics and Process Optimisation
Type of exam	Oral exam
ECTS	5
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures