5 ECTS credits
140 u studietijd
Aanbieding 1 met studiegidsnummer 4016478ENR voor alle studenten in het 1e semester met een verdiepend master niveau.
The valid course sheet can be found at the following link: CHIM - H407.
The aim of the course is to give you insight into the chromatographic methods available for the isolation and purification of molecules of industrial importance. In addition, we aim to teach you the fundamentals and application possibilities of different spectroscopic methods available for the determination and characterization of molecular structures.
Introduction: Raison d'être of the course
I Molecules
II Non Covalent Interactions
III Importance of Separation Sciences
Separation Sciences
Ia. HPLC instrumentation and hyphenation to detectors
IIa. Types of Liquid Chromatography
IIIa. Optimization of HPLC separations
IVa. Band broadening in LC
Va. Kinetic performance limits
VIa. Multi-dimensional separations
VIIa. Miniaturization
VIIIa. Gas chromatography
Molecular Structure Characterization
Ib. Spectroscopy: general considerations
IIb. Electronic spectroscopies
IIIb. Vibrational spectroscopies
IVb. NMR spectroscopy
Vb. Mass spectrometry
Teaching Material and References
The notes available on-line (Université Virtuelle) are a copy of the slides projected during the lessons. Students will be asked to complete these notes. Numerous reference books are available in the library of the “Laboratoire d’Ingénierie des Nanosystèmes Moléculaires” (ULB, Solbosch Campus, room P2-2-211).
Teaching Method
Interactive course with powerpoint presentation, seminars and practicals.
This is an advanced level course.
How to contact us
Questions can be answered during the break or after classes. The practicals are a privileged moment for discussions. It is also possible to make an appointment with the teaching staff to ask further questions.
gbruylan@ulb.ac.be
seeltink@vub.ac.be
- Demonstrate expertise and versatility in science and technology
- Be (self)critical and autonomous
- Formulate and analyze complex problems
- Apply a scientific method
- Implement solutions
This course contributes to reaching the following learning objectives.
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
MA_1 exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering
MA_17 an integrated insight in chemical process and materials' technology
MA_18 insight in chemistry as a link between process and materials technology
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has
MA_12 a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
MA_15 the flexibility and adaptability to work in an international and/or intercultural context
Acquire a general overview of the broad range of spectroscopies and physical methods available for the characterization of molecules and molecular materials.
De beoordeling bestaat uit volgende opdrachtcategorieën:
Examen Andere bepaalt 100% van het eindcijfer
Binnen de categorie Examen Andere dient men volgende opdrachten af te werken:
The valid course sheet can be found at the following link: CHIM - H407.
Written exam, covering all the material seen during classes and the exercise session, accounts for 80% of the final mark. A graded practical will account for 20 % of the final mark. Modalities will be given during class.
Deze aanbieding maakt deel uit van de volgende studieplannen:
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: Profile Materials (enkel aangeboden in het Engels)
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: Profile Process Technology (enkel aangeboden in het Engels)