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Principles of Green Chemistry - CHE00001M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Autumn Term 2022-23 |
Module aims
This introductory module explores the principles and theory of green chemistry. The module is divided into four subject areas, and students will learn a range of practices and
technologies which provides a basis for the applications which form the later parts of the course.
Module learning outcomes
- To learn the fundamental philosophy, concepts and tools of green chemistry
- To understand green chemistry within a wider context of UN Sustainable Development Goals and global megatrends
- To learn how to use green chemistry metrics
- To develop an awareness of the legislative, financial and social factors connected with reducing environmental impact
- To understand the importance and role of solvents in chemical and related processes
- To understand why solvent replacements are being sought
- To understand the importance of heterogeneous catalysis to green chemistry
- To recognise the key difference between homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis in chemical processes
Module content
Topic in this module:
- Introduction to green chemistry
- Control of Environmental Impact
- Alternative Reaction Media
- Catalysis for Green Chemistry
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) | 80 |
| Essay/coursework | 10 |
| Essay/coursework | 10 |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
The exam is a closed-book, in-person exam with a standard paper time of 2.5 hours. Re-assessment is through an essay-based coursework assignment.
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100 |
Module feedback
Students will receive written feedback on each assessment apart from the examination.
Indicative reading
General Background
Green Chemistry: An Introductory Text
M. Lancaster, Royal Society of Chemistry, Edition 3 2016, Print ISBN 978-1-78262-294-9, ePub eISBN 978-1-83916-294-7
Handbook of Green Chemistry, Green Processes, Designing Safer Chemicals
P. Anastas and P. Trevorrow, 2013, ISBN 3527326391
Green Chemistry Metrics: Measuring and Monitoring Sustainable Processes
A. Lapkin and D. Constable, 2008, ISBN 9781405159685
Sustainable Solvents: Perspectives from Research, Business and International Policy (Green Chemistry Series)
J. H. Clark, A. Hunt, C. Topi, G. Paggiola and J. Sherwood, 2017, ISBN 1782623353
Sustainable Catalysis (Green Chemistry Series)
M. North, J.H. Clark, 2015, ISBN 1782620583
Alternative Energy Sources for Green Chemistry (Green Chemistry Series)
G. Stefanifis, A. Stankiewicz, J.H. Clark, A. de la Hoz, J. Fan, R. Mato Chain, J. Santamaria, 2016 ISBN 1782621407
Green Chemistry for Surface Coatings, Inks and Adhesives: Sustainable applications (Green Chemistry Series)
R. Höfer, A.S. Matharu, Z. Zhang. 2019, ISBN 9781782629948