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529-0611-00L 7 Credits MSC D-CHAB , D-ITET , D-MAVT
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Surface Science and Methods in Catalysis

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Alfons Baiker, Dr. Thomas Bürgi, Prof. Dr. Jeroen Anton van Bokhoven, Dr. Jan-Dierk Grunwaldt
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:13:55

Abstract

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.

Objective

Basic aspects of surface science. Understanding of principles of most important experimental methods used in research concerned with surface science, material science and catalysis.

Content

Methods which are covered embrace: Gas adsorption, IR-Spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, X-ray absorption, solid state NMR, ESR, Electron Microscopy and others.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Script is available

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
None

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Surface Science and Methods in Catalysis
  • Mon 09:45-10:30 (HCI H 8.1)
  • Tue 15:45-17:30 (HCI H 2.1)
  • Wed 08:45-10:30 (HCI D 8)
3 h weekly

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