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151-0234-00L 4 Credits BSC , MSC D-ITET , D-MAVT

Electrochemical Energy Systems

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Maria Lukatskaya

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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:22

Abstract

This course focuses on energy storage devices like batteries and supercapacitors, and energy conversion systems. It provides a detailed introduction to core electrochemical processes and fundamental concepts, with an emphasis on real-world applications. The course aims to build a strong theoretical foundation and offer practical insights into electrochemical energy systems and technologies.

Objective

The goal of this course is for students to understand the fundamental principles and theories behind electrochemical processes, analyze current scientific literature, and explain real electrochemical data. Key objectives of this course are: 1. Explain the working principles of electrochemical energy storage systems. 2. Calculate the theoretical capabilities of energy storage systems. 3. Explain the discrepancies between theoretical and real-world performance of energy storage systems. 4. Understand and explain what information can be obtained from the analytical electrochemical methods. 5. Analyze and explain relevant seminal and modern research literature.

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Lecture Notes

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General Information

Language: English
Levels: BSC , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: end-of-semester examination
Mode: written 120 minutes
Aids: -basic calculator-Equation sheet (only formulas, no text, also no Nernst equation or Faraday's law are allowed)

Additional information on mode of examinationIn addition to the 120 min written final exam, there will be one compulsory performance assessment:Students are required to give a graded 15 min presentation. Topics for the presentation assignment will cover recent electrochemical literature and will be announced at least 2 weeks in advance. This assignment constitutes 25% of the final grade.

Registration & Places

Max Places: 60

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Electrochemical Energy Systems	Mon 14:15-16:00 (LFV E 41) Wed 14:15-16:00 (LFV E 41) 27.05 Date 14:15-17:00 (CHN F 42)	4 h weekly

Offered In

Mechanical Engineering Bachelor
- Bachelor Studies (Programme Regulations 2022)
  - Focus Specialization
    - Sustainable Energy and Processes (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Mark Tibbitt In order to achieve the required 20 credit points for the Focus Specialization Sustainable Energy and Processes you need to pass at least 2 core courses (W+) and at least 2 of the elective courses, according to the presentation of the Focus Specialization. If needed, an additional course from the D-MAVT course offerings (151-…) at the 3rd-year Bachelor level can be selected.)
Mechanical Engineering Master
- Core Courses (The Core Courses in the Master’s program Mechanical Engineering listed below are indicative and include courses designed by the Department at the Master's level. With the approval of the tutor, students may also select Master's-level courses offered by other departments at ETH. These courses will be marked as non-regular in the LAG, but their categorization as Core Courses is possible if included in the approved LAG.)
Process Engineering Master
- Core Courses
Energy Science and Technology Master
- Electives (These courses are particularly recommended, other ETH-courses from the field of Energy Science and Technology at large may be chosen in accordance with your tutor.)
  - Energy Flows and Processes