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102-0217-00L 3 Credits MSC D-BAUG
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Process Engineering Ia

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Eberhard Morgenroth
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:32

Abstract

Biological processes used in wastewater treatment, organic waste management, biological resource recovery. Focus on fundamental principles of biological processes and process design based on kinetic and stoichiometric principles. Processes include anaerobic digestion for biogas production and aerobic wastewater treatment.

Objective

Students should be able to evaluate and design biological processes.

Content

Stoichiometry Microbial transformation processes Introduction to design and modeling of activated sludge processes Anaerobic processes, industrial applications, sludge stabilization

Resources

Literature

There will be a textbook that students need to purchase (see http://www.sww.ifu.ethz.ch/education/lectures/process-engineering-ia.html for further information).

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes
The oral exam is a closed-book assessment. Ten minutes prior to the exam, students will be provided with the questions to review as part of their preparation.In addition, there is a mandatory continuous performance assessment, which includes written assignments throughout the semester. Detailed information is available in the course syllabus. This assessment contributes 20% to the overall course grade.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Process Engineering Ia
  • Wed 08:00-09:35 (HIL E 9)
2 h weekly

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