5.00 credits
30.0 h + 30.0 h
Q1
Teacher(s)
Gerin Patrick; Jeanmart Hervé;
Language
English
Main themes
- Origin and composition of the biomass
- Physico-chemical characterisation of biomass
- Thermo-chemical conversion (pyrolysis, combustion, gasification)
- Bio-chemical conversion (fermentation)
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
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In consideration of the reference table AA of the program "Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering", this course contributes to the development, to the acquisition and to the evaluation of the following experiences of learning:
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Content
This is an advanced optional course. It is focused on the study of the different biomass conversion routes for energy purposes. It is split into two parts. One is dealing with the thermo-chemical conversions: pyrolysis, combustion and gasification. The other one is devoted to the bio-chemical conversion routes: ethanologenic fermentation and methanogenic fermentation. The production of biodiesel from oily biomass is not addressed.
Teaching methods
The course is based on lectures given by the two professors and on applications given to the students if the form of homeworks. The course content is updated yearly following the research progresses made by both teachers in their respective fields and by the scientific community.
Several industrial visits and labs are also organised for the students to illustrate the theoretical content of the course.
Several industrial visits and labs are also organised for the students to illustrate the theoretical content of the course.
Evaluation methods
The evaluation is based on a weighted average of the different activities:
- an oral examination with or without written preparation with the different course teachers.
- projects and assignments carried out during the year.
As projects cannot be organised outside the course period (first semester), the mark acquired during the semester will be final for all sessions (Article 77 of the RGEE).
The weighting is announced to the students at the beginning of the semester.
- an oral examination with or without written preparation with the different course teachers.
- projects and assignments carried out during the year.
As projects cannot be organised outside the course period (first semester), the mark acquired during the semester will be final for all sessions (Article 77 of the RGEE).
The weighting is announced to the students at the beginning of the semester.
Other information
This course is open to student following a master in engineering or bio-engineering.
Online resources
Faculty or entity
MECA
