Membrane Science and Processes (CEAC571) Course Detail

Course Name	Course Code	Season	Lecture Hours	Application Hours	Lab Hours	Credit	ECTS
Membrane Science and Processes	CEAC571	Area Elective	3	0	0	3	5

Pre-requisite Course(s)
N/A

Course Language	English
Course Type	Elective Courses
Course Level	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery	Face To Face
Learning and Teaching Strategies	Lecture, Discussion.
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)	Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enver Güler
Course Assistants
Course Objectives	• To present an overview of the development of membrane science and related processes. • To address fundamentals of the subject by enhancing the analytical thinking skills of the students to solve problems. • To develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills on the application of membrane technology.
Course Learning Outcomes	The students who succeeded in this course; • Explain the definition of synthetic membranes, membrane materials. • Describe the membrane characterization methods. • Explain the mass transport in membrane processes. • Define concept of concentration polarization and fouling. • Explain membrane processes in filtration applications. • Learn the basics of ion exchange membrane processes. • Learn the basics of energy generating membrane processes and reverse electrodialysis. • Learn the basics of fuel cells.
Course Content	Basic concepts and definitions in membrane science, membrane materials, characterization, transport theory, fouling and concentration polarization, membrane separations, ion exchange membrane processes, energy generating processes and fuel cells.

Weekly Subjects and Releated Preparation Studies

Week	Subjects	Preparation
1	Introduction, definitions	Chapter 1
2	Membrane materials, properties	Chapter 2
3	Membrane synthesis, characterization	Chapters 3-4
4	Transport theory	Chapter 5
5	Membrane processes	Chapter 6
6	Concentration polarization, fouling	Chapter 7
7	MIDTERM
8	Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration	Other sources
9	Nanofiltration, Reverse osmosis	Other sources
10	Gas separation, Pervaporation, Distillation	Other sources
11	Ion exchange membrane processes	Other sources
12	Energy generating membrane processes	Other sources
13	Reverse electrodialysis	Other sources
14	Fuel cells	Other sources
15	Hybrid membrane processes	Other sources
16	FINAL EXAM

Sources

Course Book	1. Mulder, M., Basic Principles of Membrane Technology, Kluwer Academic. The Netherlands, 2004.
Other Sources	2. Baker, R.W., Membrane Technology and Applications, New York, J. Wiley, 2004.
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Evaluation System

Requirements	Number	Percentage of Grade
Attendance/Participation	-	-
Laboratory	-	-
Application	-	-
Field Work	-	-
Special Course Internship	-	-
Quizzes/Studio Critics	-	-
Homework Assignments	-	-
Presentation	1	20
Project	-	-
Report	-	-
Seminar	-	-
Midterms Exams/Midterms Jury	1	30
Final Exam/Final Jury	1	50
Toplam	3	100

Percentage of Semester Work	50
Percentage of Final Work	50
Total	100

Course Category

Core Courses	X
Major Area Courses
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

The Relation Between Course Learning Competencies and Program Qualifications

#	Program Qualifications / Competencies	Level of Contribution
#	Program Qualifications / Competencies	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possesses sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science, and chemistry engineering-specific subjects, and gains the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to complex engineering problems.
2	Gains the ability to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex chemical engineering problems; selects and applies appropriate analysis and modeling methods for these purposes.
3	Gains the ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; applies modern design methods for this purpose.
4	Develops, selects, and uses modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in chemical engineering applications; uses information technologies effectively.
5	Designs experiments, conducts experiments, collects data, analyzes results, and interprets them for the investigation of complex engineering problems or research topics specific to the chemical engineering discipline.
6	Gaining the ability to work efficiently in inter-, intra-, and multi-disciplinary teams; the ability to work individually.
7	Communicates effectively in both spoken and written Turkish and gains proficiency in at least one foreign language. Writes effective reports, understands written reports, and prepares design and production reports. Gains the ability to make effective presentations and give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8	Gains awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; accesses information, follows developments in science and technology, and continuously renews themselves.
9	Acts in accordance with ethical principles, gains awareness of professional and ethical responsibilities; acquires knowledge of the standards used in chemical engineering practices.
10	Gains knowledge about business practices such as project management, risk management, and change management. Has an understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation, and is knowledgeable about sustainable development.
11	Has knowledge of the impacts of chemical engineering practices on health, environment, and safety at universal and societal levels, as well as the issues reflected in the engineering field of the era. Is aware of the legal implications of engineering solutions.

ECTS/Workload Table

Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Total Workload
Course Hours (Including Exam Week: 16 x Total Hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class	16	1	16
Presentation/Seminar Prepration	1	11	11
Project	1	20	20
Report
Homework Assignments
Quizzes/Studio Critics
Prepration of Midterm Exams/Midterm Jury	1	10	10
Prepration of Final Exams/Final Jury	1	20	20
Total Workload			125