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Industrial Chemistry

Green Chemistry and Sustainability

CHMI3410
Two hours English

Green Chemistry and Sustainability

Green Chemistry and Sustainability ()
CHMI3505 Industrial Catalysis
Two hours One requisite
1 Introduction to Green Chemistry: / Definition, goals, and importance of green chemistry. / The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry
2 Sustainability and Industrial Chemistry: / Concepts of sustainability and the role of chemistry in sustainable development. / Circular economy and resource efficiency
3 Renewable Feedstocks: / Biomass as a raw material. / Conversion of renewable resources into chemicals and materials
4 Renewable Feedstocks: / Biomass as a raw material. / Conversion of renewable resources into chemicals and materials
5 Energy Efficiency: / Design of energy-efficient chemical processes. / Use of alternative energy sources such as microwaves, ultrasound, and solar energy
6 Alternative Solvents and Reaction Media: / Water as a solvent. / Supercritical fluids, ionic liquids, and solvent-free processes
7 Waste Management and Atom Economy: / Principles of waste prevention and minimization. / Atom economy and its application in industrial processes
8 Green Analytical Chemistry: / Environmentally friendly methods for monitoring and analysis. / Miniaturization and real-time analysis techniques
9 Case Studies and Industrial Applications: / Green chemistry in pharmaceuticals (e.g., Pfizer's green synthesis of Viagra). / Applications in polymers, agrochemicals, and petrochemicals
10 Future Trends in Green Chemistry: / Emerging technologies and innovations in sustainable chemistry. / Role of AI and machine learning in green process optimization
11 Policy and Regulation: / International policies and frameworks for green chemistry. / Corporate sustainability initiatives and certifications
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Familiar with the principles and goals of green chemistry and their relevance to industrial processes.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Final and periodical exams.
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Identify the different conventions and/or chemical terminology related to green chemistry.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Final and periodical exams.
2.1 Mapped to: S2

Apply green chemistry strategies to minimize the environmental impact of chemical manufacturing.

Teaching Strategy Lectures
Assessment Methods Final and periodical exams.
2.2

Evaluate industrial practices using sustainability metrics such as atom economy, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.

2.3 Mapped to: S4

demonstrate effective writing, oral communication skills and using ICT tools in topics related to green chemistry .

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion Web-based study Library visits
Assessment Methods Class discussion. Assignment activities
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Students will demonstrate commitment to professional and academic values, and ethics in the field of chemistry.

Teaching Strategy Web-based study Library visits
Assessment Methods Class discussion. Assignment activities
Assessment
Weight
Homework or activities.
10%
First Periodic Exam.
20%
Second Periodic Exam.
20%
Final Exam.
50%
Total
100%