01057 - Thermodynamics

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student knows the thermodynamic principles that regulate the energy exchanges between chemical systems, the conversion between different forms of energy, the chemical balance in multi-component and multi-phase systems, and to solve numerical problems. The student will know how to collect scientific data through the use of chemical-physical techniques and methodologies, obtaining molecular properties from calorimetric and electrochemical data.

Course contents

Thermodynamic systems.

Heat, work and internal energy.

Entropy and its statistical significance. Absolute temperature.

Thermodynamic equilibrium.

Auxiliary state functions: enthalpy, free energy of Gibbs and Helmholtz. Basic equations. Thermal capacities. Termochimica. Chemical potential.

Phase transitions and equilibria (one-component systems). Phase rule. Partial molar quantities, ideal and real solutions, activities.

Phase transitions and equilibria (two-component systems). Phase diagrams. Reactive mixtures: chemical equilibrium and equilibrium constants.

Electrochemical thermodynamics.

Readings/Bibliography

P.W Atkins, J. De Paula, J. Keeler Chimica Fisica, VI ed. it., Zanichelli (2020)

or

P.W Atkins, J. De Paula, J Chimica Fisica, V ed. it., Zanichelli (2012)

 

Lecture notes (IOL)

Teaching methods

The teaching consists of 11 CFUs including 5 CFUs dedicated to thermodynamics and 6 credits to chemical kinetics with elements of statistical thermodynamics. Both parts include 1CFU of laboratory that will be carried out in part in the Educational laboratory of Physical Chemistry and partly in the Computer Laboratory.

The lectures will be aimed at the theoretical understanding and practical use of tools to solve problems of thermodynamics. The lessons will be accompanied by numerical exercises and laboratory activities that will provide students with the opportunity to face real problems both individually and in small groups.

In consideration of the types of activities and teaching methods adopted, the attendance of this training activity requires the performance of all the students of Modules 1 and 2 in e-learning mode and the participation in Module 3 of specific training on safety and health in places of study:

https://site.unibo.it/tutela-promozione-salute-sicurezza/it/corsi-di-formazione/formazione-obbligatoria-su-sicurezza-e-salute-per-svolgimento-di-tirocinio-tesi-laboratorio

Information on dates and methods of attendance of Module 3 can be consulted in the specific section of the degree program website.

Assessment methods

Thermodynamics: written and oral examination. The written exam is aimed at the student's achievement of a practical knowledge of how to treat thermodynamic problems. The oral exam is aimed at the student's understanding of the theoretical methodologies of thermodynamics.

The final mark of the integrated course is defined as the weighted average of the marks reported in the two parts of the integrated course (Thermodynamics and Kinetics).

Regarding learning assessments, the use of AI is prohibited. Any use constitutes a violation of academic integrity.

Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.

Teaching tools

Blackboard, projector, educational laboratories (informatic and experimental)

Office hours

See the website of Francesco Paolucci

See the website of Giovanni Valenti