Unit

Course
Sustainable materials and processes engineering
Study-unit Code
A006358
Curriculum
In all curricula
Teacher
Bruno Brunone
CFU
18
Course Regulation
Coorte 2026
Offered
2026/27
Type of study-unit
Obbligatorio (Required)
Type of learning activities
Attività formativa integrata

Code A006360
CFU 3
Teacher Bruno Brunone
Teachers
  • Bruno Brunone
  • Caterina Capponi (Codocenza)
  • Silvia Meniconi (Codocenza)
Hours
  • 8 ore - Bruno Brunone
  • 8 ore (Codocenza) - Caterina Capponi
  • 8 ore (Codocenza) - Silvia Meniconi
Learning activities Affine/integrativa
Area Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector CEAR-01/A
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)

Code A006359
CFU 3
Teacher Bruno Brunone
Teachers
  • Bruno Brunone
  • Caterina Capponi (Codocenza)
  • Silvia Meniconi (Codocenza)
Hours
  • 8 ore - Bruno Brunone
  • 8 ore (Codocenza) - Caterina Capponi
  • 8 ore (Codocenza) - Silvia Meniconi
Learning activities Affine/integrativa
Area Attività formative affini o integrative
Sector CEAR-01/A
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)

PHASE EQUILIBRIA IN MULTICOMPONENT SYSTEMS

Code A005988
CFU 3
Teacher Alberto Maria Gambelli
Teachers
  • Alberto Maria Gambelli
Hours
  • 24 ore - Alberto Maria Gambelli
Learning activities Caratterizzante
Area Ingegneria dei materiali
Sector ICHI-02/B
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction Italian/English
Contents This course aims to provide the basic knowledge relating to phase
equilibia of multicomponent systems necessary for the rational
understanding of chemical processes and the unit operations that
constitute them with reference to their use in applications of energy
interest.
Reference texts Matteo Maestri. Fondamenti dei processi chimici. Principi di
Termodinamica, cinetica e reattoristica chimica applicati allo studio dei
processi chimici. Editore: Mc-Graw Hill, Anno 2021, ISBN: 978-8-83
865536-4 J.M. Smith, H.C. Van Ness, M.M. Abbott, Introduction to
chemical engineering thermodynamics, Editore: McGraw-Hill, Anno
edizione: 2005, ISBN: 978-0-07-124708-5
Educational objectives The student must demonstrate: a) to possess complete knowledge of
multiphase and multicomponent equilibria for the design and analysis of
chemical processes and unit operations b) to be able to apply the above
knowledge for the quantitative analysis of chemical processes through
the resolution of problems concerning mass and energy balances and
multicomponent and multiphase equilibria c) to be able to autonomously
apply the knowledge covered by the course in solving problems relating
to chemical processes
Prerequisites Basics of thermodynamics and chemistry. Knowledge of the main
mathematical functions and operators.
Teaching methods Theoretical lessons and practical exercises on the topics addressed
during the course
Other information Examination schedule: the examination schedule can be found at the
link: http://www.ing1.unipg.it/didattica/studiare/calendario-esami
Learning verification modality The verification of the educational objectives of the course includes a written and an
oral exam.The written exam, lasting three hours, includes two practical exercises relating to the operation of the main industrial chemical plants studied during the course. The oral exam consists of a discussion lasting between 20 and 40 minutes,
aimed at ascertaining the level of knowledge of the theoretical and
methodological contents provided and detailed in the program. The oral
exam also aims to verify the communication and organic synthesis skills,
as well as the student's command of language in relation to the
theoretical and practical topics covered. The final evaluation will be made
in thirtieths by the commission. For information on support services for
students with disabilities and/or DSA visit the page
http://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa
Extended program 1. Phase equilibria in multicomponent systems 1.1 General inquiries on
phase equilibria. Phase Rule and Duhem Theorem. Liquid-vapour
equilibrium: qualitative behavior of binary mixtures. 1.2 Liquid-vapour
equilibria in ideal mixtures. Raoult's law and Henry's law. Isothermal and
adiabatic flash. 1.3 Real gas mixtures: compressibility factor, equation of
the corresponding states. Equations of state of the virial and cubic type.
Fugacity coefficients in ideal and real mixtures of real gases. 1.4
Example. Methanol synthesis cycle reactor and condenser. 1.5 Non-ideal
mixtures and solutions. Homogeneous and heterogeneous azeotropes.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile 7) Clean and affordable energy; 9) Industry, innovation and
infrastructure; 12) Responsible consumption and production.

DIFFUSION AND PROCESSING PROCESSES OF THERMOPLASTIC AND THERMOSETTING POLYMERS

Code A005991
CFU 3
Teacher Luigi Torre
Teachers
  • Marco Rallini (Codocenza)
  • Luigi Torre
Hours
  • 12 ore (Codocenza) - Marco Rallini
  • 12 ore - Luigi Torre
Learning activities Caratterizzante
Area Ingegneria dei materiali
Sector IMAT-01/A
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction Italian
Contents The course will face the main aspects of the characteristics, properties and technologies of polymeric materials. Starting from the basis and from the chemical-physical characteristics of polymeric materials, the synthesis processes of polymers.
Reference texts Fondamenti di struttura, proprietà e tecnologia dei polimeri a cura di Enrico Pedemonte http://nuovacultura.it/catalogo/fondamenti-struttura-proprieta-tecnologia-dei-polimeri/ R. J. Young and P.A. Lowel: Indroduction to Polymers. Chapman ed. F. Rodriguez: “Principles of Polymer Systems” Mc Graw Hill.
Educational objectives Provide the student with an in-depth knowledge of the main characteristics of polymeric materials, and on their industrial production. Being able to understand the production process used for polymeric products and know the physical and mechanical properties of polymers and plastics.
Prerequisites Math and advanced math, physics and chemistry
Teaching methods Video lessons and lectures. During the lectures, exercises will also be done on problems related to the various topics.
Learning verification modality The examination for obtaining the open badge consists of solving exercises on the topics covered. Earning the open badge will allow the student to access the final cluster examination.

For information about support services for students with disabilities and/or specific learning disorders (SLDs), please visit the page at http://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa.
Extended program General rules for solubility
Solubility parameters
Hansen theory
Flory–Huggins theory
Models for mass absorption and transport
Introduction, flows, and processes
Parameters affecting flow and flow instabilities
Extrusion
Injection molding
Film formation
Fiber spinning
Processing of thermosetting materials (thermosets)

RHEOLOGY AND VISCOELASTICITY OF POLYMERS

Code A005990
CFU 3
Teacher Luigi Torre
Teachers
  • Marco Rallini (Codocenza)
  • Luigi Torre
Hours
  • 12 ore (Codocenza) - Marco Rallini
  • 12 ore - Luigi Torre
Learning activities Caratterizzante
Area Ingegneria dei materiali
Sector IMAT-01/A
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction Italian
Contents The course will face the main aspects of the characteristics, properties and technologies of polymeric materials. Starting from the basis and from the chemical-physical characteristics of polymeric materials, the synthesis processes of polymers.
Reference texts Fondamenti di struttura, proprietà e tecnologia dei polimeri a cura di Enrico Pedemonte http://nuovacultura.it/catalogo/fondamenti-struttura-proprieta-tecnologia-dei-polimeri/ R. J. Young and P.A. Lowel: Indroduction to Polymers. Chapman ed. F. Rodriguez: “Principles of Polymer Systems” Mc Graw Hill.
Educational objectives Provide the student with an in-depth knowledge of the main characteristics of polymeric materials, and on their industrial production. Being able to understand the production process used for polymeric products and know the physical and mechanical properties of polymers and plastics.
Prerequisites Math and advanced math, physics and chemistry
Teaching methods Video lessons and lectures. During the lectures, exercises will also be done on problems related to the various topics.
Learning verification modality The examination for obtaining the open badge consists of solving exercises on the topics covered. Earning the open badge will allow the student to access the final cluster examination.

For information about support services for students with disabilities and/or specific learning disorders (SLDs), please visit the page at http://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa.
Extended program Viscoelasticity: definitions and typical time-dependent behaviors
Maxwell model
Voigt model
Other viscoelastic models
Boltzmann superposition principle
Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA)
Time–temperature superposition
Rheology: introduction to flow behavior
Introduction to viscometry
Newtonian analysis of category A viscometers
Category B viscometers: capillary
Category B viscometers: Couette
Other types of viscometers
Non-Newtonian fluids
Non-Newtonian capillary viscometry
Examples of viscosity measurement and melt flow index
Introduction to thermal analysis
DTA/DSC
TMA

THERMODYNAMICALLY CONTROLLED REAGENT SYSTEMS: CHEMICAL EQUILIBRIUM

Code A005989
CFU 3
Teacher Alberto Maria Gambelli
Teachers
  • Alberto Maria Gambelli
Hours
  • 24 ore - Alberto Maria Gambelli
Learning activities Caratterizzante
Area Ingegneria dei materiali
Sector ICHI-02/B
Type of study-unit Obbligatorio (Required)
Language of instruction English/Italian
Contents This course aims to provide the basic knowledge relating to
thermodynamics of reacting systems necessary for the rational
understanding of chemical processes and the unit operations that
constitute them with reference to their use in applications of energy
interest.
Reference texts Matteo Maestri. Fondamenti dei processi chimici. Principi di
Termodinamica, cinetica e reattoristica chimica applicati allo studio dei
processi chimici. Editore: Mc-Graw Hill, Anno 2021, ISBN: 978-8-83
865536-4 J.M. Smith, H.C. Van Ness, M.M. Abbott, Introduction to
chemical engineering thermodynamics, Editore: McGraw-Hill, Anno
edizione: 2005, ISBN: 978-0-07-124708-5
Educational objectives The student must demonstrate: a) to possess complete knowledge of the
principles of thermodynamics for the design and analysis of chemical
processes and unit operations b) to be able to apply the above
knowledge for the quantitative analysis of chemical processes through
the resolution of problems concerning mass and energy balances and
chemical equilibria of reacting systems c) to be able to autonomously
apply the knowledge covered by the course in solving problems relating
to chemical processes
Prerequisites Basics of thermodynamics and chemistry. Knowledge of the main
mathematical functions and operators.
Teaching methods Theoretical lessons and practical exercises on the topics addressed
during the course
Other information Examination schedule: the examination schedule can be found at the
link: http://www.ing1.unipg.it/didattica/studiare/calendario-esami
Learning verification modality The verification of the educational objectives of the course includes a
written and an
oral exam.The written exam, lasting three hours, includes two practical
exercises relating to the operation of the main industrial chemical plants
studied during the course. The oral exam consists of a discussion lasting
between 20 and 40 minutes,
aimed at ascertaining the level of knowledge of the theoretical and
methodological contents provided and detailed in the program. The oral
exam also aims to verify the communication and organic synthesis skills,
as well as the student's command of language in relation to the
theoretical and practical topics covered. The final evaluation will be made
in thirtieths by the commission. For information on support services for
students with disabilities and/or DSA visit the page
http://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa
Extended program 1. Material and energy balances in stoichiometrically controlled reagent
systems (combustion) 1.1 Stoichiometry requests. Reagent excess and
deficiency. Stoichiometric evaluations. 1.2 Material balances on
stoichiometrically controlled processes. Composition and analysis of
exhausts. 1.3 Thermochemistry of combustion reactions. Heating value of
fuels and heat of reaction. Hess's law. 1.4 Energy balances on
combustion processes. Adiabatic flame temperature. Combustion
efficiency. 2. Thermodynamically controlled reagent systems: Chemical
equilibrium 2.1 Equilibrium condition for reacting systems. Gibbs free
energy and chemical potential. Fugacity and activity. Reference states for
pure and mixed gaseous and condensed systems. Standard free energy
and equilibrium constant. Effects of temperature and pressure on
equilibrium composition: Kirchhoff's law and Van't Hoff equation. Degree
of advancement, selectivity conversion and yield. 2.2 Material and energy
balances in simple and complex reacting systems. Calculation of
equilibrium conversion and adiabatic reaction temperature. 2.3
Thermodynamic analysis applied to hydrogen production chain
processes.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile 7) Clean and affordable energy; 9) Industry, innovation and
infrastructure; 12) Responsible consumption and production.