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 |
Professor D Shchukin Chemistry D.Shchukin@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | 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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Lectures. Delivery of the course will be through 12 online lectures. Coursework. Students get the assignment questions at the latest two weeks before the tutorial, with a deadline of one week before the tutorial for submitting their written answers; their submissions are marked before the tutorial and the answers then discussed at the tutorial. Tutorials. 3 x 1 hr tutorials will include discussion of properties of nanomaterials, examples of the application of nanomaterials for energy storage, and perspectives of nanomaterial applications for renewable energy. The in-person whole class tutorials are designed to mirror the lecture content to support understanding of the materials: Tutorial 1. General analysis of the perspectives for nanomaterials application for storage of renewable energy: comparison between nanomaterials and conventional materials, changes in efficiency of the energy storage; thermal energy storage. Tutorial 2. Perspectives for the applicatio n of the host-guest nanostructures for energy storage: general definition of host-guest nanostructures, types of energy which can be stored in host-guest nanostructures, encapsulation. Tutorial 3. Nanomaterials in photocatalytic systems, hydrogen storage, synthesis of nanomaterials for energy applications *Lectures (online): 12 hr |
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 |
12 |
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15 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 60 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
written exam Resit: A single resit including reassessment of the coursework. | 120 | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
3 sets of problems Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 30 |