Fundamentals of membrane techniques 0600-S1-CM-PW7a-V

Lecture content:
1. Membranes and their structure, methods of forming and modifying membranes.
2. Characterization of membrane morphology.
3. Membrane modules.
4. Theoretical foundations of mass transport and separation in membrane processes.
5. Separation processes: diffusion, pressure, thermal, electrical. Membrane reactors.
6. Membranes in biomedical applications (hemodialysis, blood oxygenators, plasma fractionation, controlled drug release). Osmotic pumps.
7. Fouling - causes of occurrence, methods of reducing or avoiding fouling, monitoring methods and methods of regeneration of membranes and membrane modules. Hybrid processes combining classic and membrane technologies.

Laboratory program content:
1. Forming an ultrafiltration membrane from polyamide-6 using the phase inversion method, determining its morphology and determining the hydrodynamic properties of the membranes.
2. Diafiltration - purification of macromolecules from low-molecular compounds.
3. Controlled release of low molecular weight substances from membranes (polymer films).
4. Experimental determination of selective properties of selected types of membranes (neutral, ion-exchange membranes).
5. Experimental determination of separation parameters in pervaporation, diffusion dialysis or electrodialysis processes.
6. Hemodialysis and water preparation (purification) techniques used in the dialysis center - reference visit to the dialysis center in Toruń, combined with a lecture.

Total student workload

1. Participation in lectures: 15 hours 2. Laboratories: 30 hours 3. Consultations: 8 hours 4. Student's own work: (preparation to lectures and labs, literature reading, preparation to the assessments and exam): 72 hours Total work load: 125 hours (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes - knowledge

W1: acquires knowledge of membranes and membrane separation techniques, methods of preparation, modification and properties - K_W01, K_W03 W2: acquires knowledge of methods used to characterize membrane properties - K_W01, K_W03, K_W04 W3: acquires knowledge in the field of implementation of membrane techniques in biomedical processes - K_W01, K_W03, K_W04 W4: obtains knowledge related to planning an experiment and verifying results - K_W02 W5: acquires knowledge about how to interpret the results - K_W02, K_W11 W6: knows basic Polish and foreign-language literature in the field of selected specialization - K_W10

Learning outcomes - skills

U1: is able to define and describe selected separation processes and propose solutions based on membrane and classical techniques - K_U01, U2: can propose and conduct an experiment based on descriptions and additional literature - K_U01, K_U04, K_U08, K_U11. U3: prepares reports on experiments performed, critically analyzing the obtained results - K_U01, K_U08, K_U11.

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K1: understands the need for continuous improvement and improvement of professional competences - K_K01, K2: is able to organize work in a team, taking on various roles, strives to implement assigned tasks - K_K02, K3: is able to appropriately determine priorities in order to plan and implement a specific task - K_K03 K4: identifies and solves problems related to performing the profession - K_K04, K5: knows and follows the rules and standards, cares for health and the natural environment - K_K05 K6: understands the ethical and social aspects of the practical use of acquired knowledge and skills - K_K06.

Course coordinators

Wojciech Kujawski

Assessment criteria

Lecture: graded assessment consisting of answers to questions about the material presented during lectures - W1, W2, W3, U1 graded on a scale of 0-100%.
Required passing threshold for the admission grade. 51%; ratings: ass. – 51-60%, available plus – 61-65%, good – 66-75%, good plus – 76-80%, very good – 81-100%.
Laboratory: pass with a grade including the following components: results of the initial test (W1, W2, W4, W5), evaluation of descriptions of 6 laboratory exercises (W4, W5, U1, U2, U3).
Required passing threshold for the admission grade. 51%; ratings: available – 51-60%, available plus – 61-65%, good – 66-75%, good plus – 76-80%, very good – 81-100%.

Practical placement

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