Course syllabus adopted 2026-02-03 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).
Overview
- Swedish nameTillämpad elektrokemi
- CodeKBT355
- Credits7.5 Credits
- OwnerMPMCN
- Education cycleSecond-cycle
- Main field of studyChemical Engineering with Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Chemistry
- DepartmentCHEMISTRY AND CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
- GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail
Course round 1
- Teaching language English
- Application code 30122
- Maximum participants30 (at least 10% of the seats are reserved for exchange students)
- Open for exchange studentsYes
Credit distribution
Module | Sp1 | Sp2 | Sp3 | Sp4 | Summer | Not Sp | Examination dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0125 Laboratory 1.5 c Grading: UG | 1.5 c | ||||||
| 0225 Project 1.5 c Grading: TH | 1.5 c | ||||||
| 0325 Examination 4.5 c Grading: TH | 4.5 c |
In programmes
- MPMCN - Materials Chemistry, Year 1 (compulsory elective)
- MPMCN - Materials Chemistry, Year 2 (elective)
Examiner
- Mathilde Luneau
- Assistant Professor, Applied Chemistry, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Eligibility
General entry requirements for Master's level (second cycle)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements
Specific entry requirements
English 6 (or by other approved means with the equivalent proficiency level)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements
Course specific prerequisites
Thermodynamics, physical chemistry/chemical physics or equivalent, calculus.Aim
The main aim of the course is to provide students with an understanding of fundamental and applied concepts of electrochemistry. The clean energy transition brings many scientific and engineering challenges, notably in the field of electrochemical energy storage and chemical and energy technologies. Electrification of our society and industry requires trained engineers and researchers with strong knowledge of electrochemistry. The students will gain a comprehensive understanding of electrochemical systems and their role in addressing current and future challenges.Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)
Module #1:- Explain the fundamental principles of electrochemistry, including electrode and cell potentials, redox reactions, thermodynamics, kinetics and electrochemical cell designs.
- Describe key electrochemical methods such as cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, rotating disk electrode setups as well as modelling tools.
- Describe applications of electrochemistry such as chemical and energy conversion (batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers), electrocatalysis, electrochemical sensors and corrosion.
Module #2:
- Collaborate with a group of students to research or explore an advanced topic in electrochemistry. The topic can be experimental or theoretical.
- Develop a clear and visually engaging scientific poster summarizing key findings and present the poster at the poster sessions of the course.
- Provide constructive feedback on posters from other groups.
Module #3:
- Conduct electrochemical experiments (e.g., cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, electropolymerization, etc.).
- Analyze experimental data to determine key electrochemical parameters.
- Write clear, concise, and well-organized lab reports, demonstrating the ability to interpret experimental results in the context of theoretical principles.
Content
The course starts with lectures giving an overview of fundamental principles in electrochemistry where thermodynamics and concepts such as potential, redox reactions, and the Nernst equation are introduced. The lectures delve into topics including kinetics of electrochemical reactions. They will also introduce key electrochemical methods and tools such as cyclic voltammetry, and rotating disk electrode measurements to characterize material performance for important electrochemical reactions. The second part of the lectures focuses on applications and electrochemical devices such as batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers, electrochemical sensors, and corrosion. The lectures also introduce electrochemical modelling methods. In the second module, students team up to work in groups on a project dealing with electrochemistry with opportunities to work with a research group at Chalmers, applying their knowledge gathered in the course to findings by preparing and presenting a poster. Finally, students are given the opportunity to gain practical experience through laboratory exercises.Organisation
The course consists of three modules:- Module #1: Lectures and problem sets with written exam (4.5 HECs)
- Module #2: Project and poster presentation (1.5 HECs)
- Module #3: Labs and lab reports (1.5 HECs)
Literature
Electrochemistry, 2nd Edition,Carl H. Hamann, Andrew Hamnett, Wolf Vielstich
ISBN: 978-3-527-31069-2
Examination including compulsory elements
7,5 HEC (4.5 HEC for written exam, 1,5 HEC for project and poster presentation and 1,5 HEC for labs and lab reports).The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers about disability study support.