3710482 Combustion, Emissions and Control Technologies (5 cr)
Cooperation network course
Network: FITech Energy studies for Master’s students
Available for: Doctoral studies, Master's students and Bachelor's and Master's students
This course is offered through the Network for Fitech Energy 2. These studies are available for master's and doctoral degree students studying in the Faculty of Mathematics and Science and the Faculty of Information Technology.
Description
Basic phenomena related to combustion processes, Fuel properties, Combustion of gaseous, liquid and solid fuels, Ash-related problems in combustion systems, Formation of combustion aerosols and emissions, Emission control technologies, Industrial carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS).
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes:
After completing the course the student
- Understands physical and chemical phenomena of combustion processes
- Is familiar with key properties of various fuels
- Is able to calculate and assess emission factors based on fuel compositions and measurement data
- Is familiar with detailed characteristics of combustion emissions
- Understands the operation principles of combustion technologies and emission control technologies in several different applications
The study unit develops the following generic skills/generic competences: sustainability and responsibility, critical thinking, identification and development of expertise, interaction and communication.
Additional information
Teachers:
Olli Sippula
Offering data:
Students in Environmental Science, Chemistry and Technology and exchange students (MSc level)
Campus:
Kuopio
Further information:
Teaching in English
Description of prerequisites
- Fundamentals in chemistry
- Basics of using Excel-spreadsheet software