Every summer semester
5 Credit points
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Students develop the ability to assess the sustainability of materials and syntheses. They can identify concepts of sustainable synthesis and describe and evaluate the ecological and economic aspects of chemical syntheses. Students learn to modify and design syntheses of fine chemicals and polymers with a focus on sustainability. They gain knowledge of relevant catalytic processes, special synthesis methods, and technologies that are of particular importance for sustainable chemistry. Furthermore, they are capable of applying waste prevention principles at both the reaction and purification stages when establishing production processes. This module enables students to communicate interdisciplinary topics related to sustainable synthesis and materials science in a clear and well-structured way in both academic and industrial contexts.
The module covers key topics in sustainable chemical and material production, focusing on the evaluation of synthesis processes and the development of environmentally friendly syntheses and materials. Principles of sustainable chemistry and green chemistry are introduced alongside relevant technologies and specialized synthesis methods such as electrochemistry, photochemistry, and flow chemistry. Further, the module deepens students' understanding of polymer synthesis and the application of polymers as materials. A particular emphasis is placed on addressing how high-performance polymer materials that meet sustainability requirements can be designed in terms of their chemical structure, including their supramolecular organization.
Knowledge comparable to that acquired in the courses of the Bachelor programme "Nachhaltige Chemie" and in the modules 21-SC-1 and 21-SC-6.
30 ECTS of theoretical knowledge in organic and inorganic chemistry and 20 ECTS in chemical laboratory practice
Module structure: 1 bPr 1
| Degree programme | Recommended start 3 | Duration | Mandatory option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Chemistry / Master of Science [FsB vom 05.03.2026] | 2. | 1 semester | Compulsory optional subject |
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