Information page for Supercritical fluid technology (NAKE002)
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Supercritical fluid technology, 4,5 credits
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The course syllabus was confirmed by the Faculty board for graduate studies on 2014- 12-18. Third cycle course, 4.5 credits.
This is a translation of the course syllabus approved in Swedish.
General information
This is a third cycle course but it is open also to postdocs and researchers from industry.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
Knowledge and understanding
• Interpret simple phase diagrams and judge their implication in the design of a supercritical fluid process
• Describe different application areas of supercritical fluid technology
• Summarize the state of the art research and industry processes in supercritical fluid technology
Skills and abilities
• Critically discuss different strategies in supercritical fluid processing, the equipment involved, and safety aspects
Judgement and approach
• Discuss the role of supercritical fluid technology in sustainable development
Course content
Lectures: (i) solubility of small molecules in supercritical fluids; (ii) interpretation of phase diagrams; (iii) equipment and safety; and (iv) fundamentals and applications of supercritical fluid extraction, chromatography, polymer processing, particle formation, reactions and biocatalysis.
Laboratory work: three half-days of lab work: (i) supercritical fluid extraction; (ii) supercritical fluid chromatography; and (iii) particle formation.
Invited lectures: invited lecture(s) in selected field(s) of supercritical fluid technology.
Teaching
Teaching comprises lectures and exercises that treat theoretical aspects. The block of lectures is followed by a compulsory block of laboratory work.
Assessment
The course is assessed with a written examination.
Grading scale
Possible grades are Pass and Fail. To be awarded Pass on the whole course, students must pass the examination (50 % of the total score is needed to pass the exam), and attend all mandatory activities.
Language of instruction
The course is given in English.
Entry requirements
Good knowledge in English as well as a minimum of 180 credits from any natural science/technology program, of which 60 credits should involve basic knowledge in chemistry.
Course literature
Handouts of the different lectures, support material such as parts of book chapters, study questions, original research and review articles.
Course responsible teacher and unit/division
Charlotta Turner
Email: charlotta.turner@chem.lu.se
Centre for Analysis and Synthesis (CAS), KILU
Do you have questions? Please contact viveka.alfredsson@chem.lu.se