Electrochemistry

The course aims to provide a thorough cultural preparation in the different aspects of electrochemistry, both theoretical and experimental, as well as a mastery of the scientific method of Investigation and a wide autonomy in the design of electrochemical processes.
In this context, the course aims to recall the basics of thermodynamics and kinetics, electrochemistry, and to provide students with insights on specific parameters that control the electrolytic process, both for the transformation of chemical energy into electrical energy and the transformation of electrical energy to chemical energy. In addition, the aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge and understand innovative electrochemical processes applied to energy conversion and environmental treatments.

The student will be able to define and calculate the potentials of the galvanic and cell semi-elements, understand the parameters that affect the overpotentials, the effect of the solvent and the electrolyte, and the fundamental parameters of the limit law of Debye-Huckel; will be able to use the Butler Volmer equation and the Tafel line. It will include the use of semiconductors as electrodes. He will master the processes of energy conversion and membrane processes