Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Nano Energy Materials | ||
Code | CHEM482 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof D Shchukin Chemistry D.Shchukin@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 7 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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The aims of the module are: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Ability to describe the desirable material properties in metals, polymers, inorganic salts, semiconductors and carbons for energy harvesting and storage. |
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(LO2) Ability to discuss the advantages of nanomaterials in energy generation, thermal and hydrogen energy storage systems making logical conclusions. |
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(LO3) Ability to demonstrate the application of nanomaterials in the diverse energy systems. |
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(LO4) Ability to show understanding of different chemical processes in thermal and electrical energy storage |
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(LO5) Ability to discuss principles and limitations of nanomaterials in renewable energy storage. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Delivery of the course will be through 15 conventional chemistry lectures and 3 tutorials. Tutorials will include discussion of problem questions in the fields of properties of nanomaterials, examples of the application of nanomaterials for energy storage, and perspectives of nanomaterial applications for renewable energy. The tutorials are designed to mirror the lecture content to support understanding of the material |
Syllabus |
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The module is focused on the study of the application of nanomaterials in renewable energy systems: plasmonics, batteries and thermal energy storage, hydrogen storage. The materials in scope are organic nanocages and semiconductors, heat capacitors, carbon-based materials, graphene, porous inorganic nanomaterials and supported catalysts for biofuel production. Particular emphasis will be placed on the reasons why nanomaterials are desirable for use in renewable energy systems. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
15 |
3 |
18 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 57 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
formal examination | 120 minutes | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Tutorial style questions to be submitted before each tutorial. See Assessment Strategy for details. Standard UoL penalties apply for late submission. There is no re-submission opportunity. These as | 15 hours | 20 |