Transport Processes & Modelling of Sustainable Electrochemical Energy Systems | SPARC Course
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 39 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 4 weeks |
| Categories | Chemical Engineering, Minor 3 in Chemical |
| Credit Points | 1 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| End Date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 24 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Master the Fundamentals Powering the Future of Clean Energy
The global transition to sustainable energy hinges on advanced electrochemical technologies like green hydrogen production, fuel cells, and next-generation batteries. At the heart of these systems lie complex charge and mass transport processes. A new, comprehensive course, "Transport Processes and Modelling of Sustainable Electrochemical Energy Systems," is now available to equip students and professionals with the critical knowledge needed to innovate in this vital field.
Developed through a prestigious international academic collaboration between the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, IIT Kharagpur, and the Indian Institute of Petroleum & Energy (IIPE) Visakhapatnam, this course is supported by a SPARC research grant from the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It bridges fundamental science with real-world engineering applications for a sustainable future.
Meet the World-Class Instructors
This course brings together a stellar faculty of internationally renowned experts:
- Prof. Guy Z. Ramon (Technion, Israel): Leads the Water & Energy Technologies Lab. His work on membrane science, salinity-gradient power, and electrochemical conversion is globally recognized, including an MFF Research Award for transformative technologies for Africa.
- Prof. Sirshendu De (IIT Kharagpur): A Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize winner and JC Bose Fellow, he is a leading authority on membrane separations, transport phenomena, and water treatment technologies with numerous patents and industry transfers.
- Prof. Raka Mondal (IIPE Visakhapatnam): A recipient of the European Membrane Society Young Academic Award, her research focuses on porous media transport, green hydrogen, CO₂ conversion, and membrane technologies.
- Prof. Sourav Mondal (IIT Kharagpur): An expert in mass transfer and fluid flow, he brings extensive teaching experience and research acumen from his tenure at the University of Oxford and IIT Kharagpur.
What You Will Learn: Course Structure
This 4-week intensive program is designed for undergraduate/postgraduate students and industry professionals. A background in Fluid Flow and Mass Transfer is recommended.
Weekly Breakdown
| Week | Core Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to charge transport; Ion conservation & Nernst-Planck Equations; Advection-diffusion-migration framework; Poisson Equation; Electric Double Layer (EDL) structure. |
| Week 2 | Approximate EDL models; Electrokinetic phenomena: Electro-osmosis & Electrophoresis; Pore flow model; Charge transport in porous media. |
| Week 3 | Porous media transport in membranes/electrodes; Saffman-Taylor instability; Multiphase & liquid-vapour transport; Solute transport in confined conduits (Part I). |
| Week 4 | Solute transport in confined conduits (Part II); Design of green H2 units; Modelling of standalone units; Transport processes in membrane electrolytes. |
Why This Course is Essential
The course provides a unique blend of theory and application, focusing on the transport phenomena that dictate the efficiency and scalability of sustainable energy systems. You will gain:
- Foundational Knowledge: Master the Nernst-Planck-Poisson framework and electrokinetic principles.
- Applied Skills: Learn to model transport in porous electrodes and membranes critical for electrolysers and fuel cells.
- System Design Insight: Understand the modelling framework for green hydrogen production units, from stack design to techno-economic assessment.
- Industry Relevance: Directly address challenges in renewable energy, water treatment, and clean fuel production.
Industry Recognition and Support
The course's practical relevance is underscored by support from major industry leaders in the energy and engineering sectors, including Reliance Industries Ltd., Tata Steel, GE Renewables, Indian Oil Corp., and Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. This ensures the curriculum aligns with current industrial needs and future trends.
Key Learning Resources
The course curriculum is supported by authoritative texts, including:
- Electrokinetic Microfluidics and Nanofluidics by Dongqing Li
- Electrokinetic and Colloid Transport Phenomena by Masliyah & Bhattacharjee
- Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells Modeling by Gao, Blunier, Miraoui
- Physicochemical Hydrodynamics by R.F. Probstein
This course is more than an academic module; it's an investment in the skills required to lead the development of the clean energy technologies of tomorrow. Whether you aim for a career in research, development, or industry, understanding the transport processes in electrochemical systems is paramount.
Enroll now to build your expertise at the intersection of transport phenomena, electrochemical engineering, and sustainable energy solutions.
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