Understanding of design and functioning of important catalytic applications in the field of energy, environment, and chemical production. Integration of fundamental and engineering aspects for the development of catalytic devices and processes.

Intoduction to the main specific areas in chemical and biochemical engineering. The students sharpen their laboratory skills and learn to plan and perform problem-oriented experiments and to analyse, interpret and present the results.

Heterogenous reaction engineering aims at studying heterogeneous reactions to define the optional reactor design. Integrating concepts from chemical engineering and chemistry, the fundamental principles of this broad family of reactions are covered, making students develop the necessary skills for the selection and design of various types of reactors.

Basic elements of surface science important for materials and catalysis research. Physical and chemical methods important for research in surface science, material science and catalysis are considered and their application is demonstrated on practical examples.