IDENTIFYING DATA 2013_14
Subject (*) MEBRANE AND MICROCAPSULE TECHNOLOGY Code 20705212
Study programme
Nanoscience, Materials and Processes: Chemical Technology at the Frontier
Cycle 2nd
Descriptors Credits Type Year Period
3 Optional Only annual
Language
Anglès
Department Chemical Engineering
Coordinator
GARCIA VALLS, RICARD
E-mail ricard.garcia@urv.cat
Lecturers
GARCIA VALLS, RICARD
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General description and relevant information

Competences
Type A Code Competences Specific
 A1 A1.1. Successfully studying and learning about the chosen research ambit: evaluating the technical and scientific importance, the technological potential and the viability of the nanoscience, design, preparation, properties, processes, developments, techniques and applications of materials.
 A2 A1.2. Carrying out exhaustive bibliographic searches in highly specialized areas of nanoscience, materials and product and process design.
Type B Code Competences Transversal
 B9 B1.1. Communicating and discussing proposals and conclusions in specialized and non-specialized multilingual forums in a clear and unambiguous manner.
 B14 B3.1. Collaborative teamwork, with responsibility shared among multidisciplinary, multilingual and multicultural teams.
 B15 B4.1. Continuously learning.
 B16 B4.2 Learning autonomously and by using initiative.
 B19 B5.3. Applying critical, logical and creative thought in a research and innovative context.
Type C Code Competences Nuclear
 C1 Have an intermediate mastery of a foreign language, preferably English

Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1 A1.1 Link the type of module to the application and material of the membrane.
A1.1 Decide which membrane technology to use according to the species to be separated.
A1.1 Design materials for use in the production of membranes with specific properties.
A1.1 Can set the appropriate range of conditions for every separation process and problem.
 A2 A1.2 Take the final application into account to choose the optimum conditions for producing membranes.
A1.2 Take the compounds involved into account to select the appropriate material, structure and configuration of the membrane.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B9 B1.1 Can intervene effectively and transmit relevant information.
B1.1 Plan their communication: generate ideas, seek information, select and order information, make schemes, decide on the audience and the aims of the communication, etc.
B1.1 Prepare and deliver structured presentations, complying with the requirements.
B1.1 Draft documents with the appropriate format, content, structure, language accuracy, and register, and can illustrate concepts using the correct conventions: format, headings, footnotes, captions, etc.
B1.1 Use language that is appropriate to the situation.
B1.1 Are aware of the strategies that can be used in oral presentations (audiovisual support, eye contact, voice, gesture, timing, etc.).
 B14 B3.1 Accept and comply with the rules of the group.
B3.1 Take active part in planning the team’s work, distributing tasks and respecting deadlines.
B3.1 Contribute to the positive management of any differences, disagreements and conflicts that arise in the team.
B3.1 Make their personal contribution in the time expected and with the resources available.
B3.1 Take active part and share information, knowledge and experiences.
B3.1 Take into account the points of view of others and give constructive feedback.
 B15 B4.1 Autonomously adopt the appropriate learning strategies in every situation.
B4.1 Set their own learning objectives.
 B16 B4.2 Ask the appropriate questions for solving doubts or open questions, and search for information with criteria.
B4.2 Select a procedure from among the possibilities suggested by the lecturer.
 B19 B5.3 Follow a logical method for identifying the causes of a problem.
Type C Code Learning outcomes
 C1 Express opinions on abstract or cultural topics in a limited fashion.
Explain and justify briefly their opinions and projects.
Understand instructions about classes or tasks assigned by the teaching staff.
Understand routine information and articles.
Understand the general meaning of texts that have non-routine information in a familiar subject area.
Write letters or take notes about foreseeable, familiar matters.

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
Definicions. Mecanismes. Configuracions i mòduls. Microfiltració (MF), ultrafiltració (UF), nanofiltració (NF). Osmosi inversa (RO). Diàlisi. Electrodiàlisi. Pervaporació. Permeació de gasos. Integració amb altres processos. Síntesi i fabricació de membranes.

Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Competences (*) Class hours
Hours outside the classroom
(**) Total hours
Introductory activities
1 1.5 2.5
Problem solving, classroom exercises
A1
A2
B9
B14
B15
B16
B19
10 20 30
Presentations / expositions
A2
B9
B16
C1
2 2 4
Laboratory practicals
A1
B16
B19
5 10 15
Lecture
A1
A2
B9
B15
B19
C1
9 12.5 21.5
Personal tuition
1 0 1
 
Mixed tests
A1
A2
B9
B14
B15
B16
B19
C1
1 0 1
 
(*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher.
(**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies
  Description
Introductory activities Descripció del curs i definicions bàsiques de la tecnologia de membranes, arees d'aplicació tant comercials com de recerca.
Problem solving, classroom exercises resolució d'exercisis a l'aula i/o casos
Presentations / expositions exposar un tema o una ressolució de cas
Laboratory practicals Laboratori bàsic de tecnologia de membranes
Lecture Classes magistrals descriptives
Personal tuition Trobades, fora de l'aula (despatx 301), individuals o en grups reduïts per tal de discutir sobre qüestions o problemes concrets. L'horari d'atenció serà comunicat
convenientment i les formes de contactar informades a l'espai Moodle.

Personalized attention
Description
Trobades, fora de l'aula (despatx 301), individuals o en grups reduïts per tal de discutir sobre qüestions o problemes concrets. L'horari d'atenció serà comunicat convenientment i les formes de contactar informades a l'espai Moodle.

Assessment
Methodologies Competences Description Weight        
Problem solving, classroom exercises
A1
A2
B9
B14
B15
B16
B19
Ressolució d'exercisis a classe 15%
Presentations / expositions
A2
B9
B16
C1
Presentacions /exposicions 25%
Laboratory practicals
A1
B16
B19
Pràctiques de laboratori 25%
Mixed tests
A1
A2
B9
B14
B15
B16
B19
C1
Proves presencials individuals 35%
Others  
 
Other comments and second exam session

L'avaluació en segona convocatòria serà un examen.


Sources of information

Basic Mulder, Basic Principles of Membrane Technology, Segona, 1997


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