Descriptif
The course provides understanding on the structure of the main
components of lignocellulose and their reactions under conditions that are
relevant for chemical fractionation and conversion of biomass in industrial
scales.
Objectifs pédagogiques
Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must
-understand chemical reaction mechanisms
- be able to derive reaction rate equations
- know the main chemical components of lignocellulose
- understand the impacts of chemical reactions
- know the main methods for structural analysis of lignocellulose
Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must
- carry out laboratory works
- write laboratory reports
- reflect own learning by writing
- demonstrate own learning orally
Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must
- keep and present a learning diary
- have a learning reflection discussion with the professor
- submit reports on the laboratory works
Diplôme(s) concerné(s)
Parcours de rattachement
Format des notes
Validé / non validéPour les étudiants du diplôme Diploma in Biological and Chemical Engineering for a Sustainable Bioeconomy (Bioceb)
Vos modalités d'acquisition :
Learning diary, learning reflection discussion, working in laboratory, laboratory
work reports
- Crédits ECTS acquis : 5 ECTS
Pour les étudiants du diplôme MASTER - BIOLOGIE INTEGRATIVE ET PHYSIOLOGIE
L'UE est acquise si Note finale >= Validé- Crédits ECTS acquis : 5 ECTS
Programme détaillé
Lectures on acid-base catalysed degradation and oxidation reactions of
cellulose, hemicelluloses and lignin during the most relevant chemical
fractionation processes of plant biomass. Relationships between the
chemical structure and reactivity. Description of reaction rates based on the
reaction mechanisms. Laboratory works that deepen the understanding on
selected reactions and exemplify the use of analytical techniques in
monitoring the reactions.