I/II Semester

ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY
Course Code 21CHE12/22 CIE Marks 50
Teaching Hours/Week (L:T:P: S) 2:2:0 SEE Marks 50
Total Hours of Pedagogy 40 Total Marks 100
Credits 03 Exam Hours 3Hour

Course Objectives: The course will enable the students to

CLO1: Impart the basic knowledge of chemistry and its principles involved in electrochemistry,
energy storage devices and its commercial applications.
CLO2: Understand the basic principles of corrosion and its prevention, metal finishing and its
technological importance
CLO3: Master the knowledge of synthesis, properties and utilization of engineering materials like
polymers & Nano materials.
CLO4: Apply the knowledge of Green Chemistry principles for production of chemical compounds.
understanding the concepts of alternative energy sources.
CLO5: Understand the basic concepts of water chemistry & theory, basic principle and applications
of volumetric analysis and analytical instruments.

Pedagogy (General Instructions):

These are sample Strategies, which teacher can use to accelerate the attainment of the various course
outcomes.
1. Lecturer method (L) does not mean only traditional lecture method, but different type of teaching
methods may be adopted to develop the outcomes.
2. Show Video/animation films to explain methods of synthesis of nanomaterials.
4. Encourage collaborative (Group Learning) Learning in the class
5. Ask at least three HOTS (Higher order Thinking) questions in the class, which promotes critical
thinking
6. Adopt Problem Based Learning (PBL), which fosters students’ Analytical skills, develop thinking
skills such as the ability to evaluate, generalize, and analyse information rather than simply recall
it.
7. Topics will be introduced in a multiple representation.
8. Show the different ways to solve the same problem and encourage the students to come up with
their own creative ways to solve them.
9. Discuss how every concept can be applied to the real world - and when that's possible, it helps
improve the students' understanding.
Module-1
Electrochemistry and energy storage systems:
Electrochemistry: Introduction, EMF of cell, Free Energy, Single electrode potential-Derivation of
Nernst equation, Numerical problems based on Nernst Equation (E, E o & Ecell).
Reference Electrodes: Introduction, construction, working and applications of calomel electrode, ion
selective electrodes: Introduction, construction, working and applications of Glass electrode,
determination of pH using Glass electrode.
Energy storage Systems: Introduction, Classification of batteries (primary, secondary and reserved
batteries). Construction, working and applications of Li-ion batteries. Advantages of Li-ion battery as
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an electrochemical energy system for electric vehicles. Recycling of Lithium-ion batteries by direct
cycling Method. Brief introduction of Na- ion battery.

Teaching Electrochemistry and energy systems-chalk and talk method, power point presentation.
Learning Practical topic: Determination of pKa value of weak acid using glass electrode.
Process Energy storage Systems-Power point presentation, youTube videos for Li-ion battery
construction and working.
Self-study material: Construction and working of classical batteries like Zn-MnO 2 and
Pb-PbO2 batteries

Module-2
Corrosion and Metal finishing:
Corrosion and it’s control:
Introduction, Electrochemical theory of corrosion, Factors affecting the rate of corrosion: ratio of anodic
to cathodic areas, nature of corrosion product, nature of medium – pH, conductivity and temperature.
Types of corrosion - Differential metal and differential aeration (pitting and water line). Corrosion
control: Anodizing – Anodizing of aluminum, Cathodic protection - sacrificial anode and impressed
current methods, Metal coatings – Galvanization. Corrosion Penetration Rate (CPR), numerical
problems on CPR.
Metal finishing: Introduction, technological importance. Electroplating: Introduction, Electroplating
of chromium (hard and decorative). Electroless plating: Introduction, distinction between
electroplating and electroless plating processes. Electroless plating of copper.

Teaching Chalk and talk method and power point presentation - Electrochemical theory of
corrosion, Factors affecting the rate of corrosion, Types of corrosion and corrosion
Learning control. Technological importance. Electroplating: Introduction, principle governing
Process
electroplating, polarization, decomposition potential and over voltage. Videos:
Electroplating of chromium, electroless plating of Nickel and copper
Self-learning material: Organic coatings: Paint, components of paints and their
functions. Varnish, definition, differences between paints varnishes.
Module-3

Engineering Materials
Polymers: Introduction, Synthesis and applications of Polyurethanes. Polymer composites-
Introduction, synthesis, properties & applications of Kevlar Fibre,
Conducting Polymers: Introduction, Synthesis & Mechanism of conduction in polyaniline and factors
influencing conductivity of organic polymers.
Biodegradable polymers: Introduction and their requirements. Synthesis, properties and applications
of Poly lactic acid.
Nanomaterials:
Introduction, size dependent properties (Surface area, Electrical, Optical and Catalytic properties).
Synthesis of nanomaterials: Top down and bottom-up approaches, Synthesis by Sol-gel, and
precipitation method, Nanoscale materials: Fullerenes, Carbon nanotubes and graphenes –brief
Explanation, properties and applications.

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Teaching Chalk and talk method & Power point presentation - Polymers, Conducting Polymers,
Biodegradable polymers, nanomaterials
Learning Practical topics: Synthesis of nanomaterials by precipitation method
Process
Self-learning material: Classification of polymers, nanomaterial synthesis by chemical
vapor deposition.
Module-4
Green Chemistry and Alternative energy resources
Green Chemistry: Introduction, definition, Major environmental pollutants - Oxides Nitrogen, Sulphur
and Carbon (Mansion the impact of these pollutants on environment), Basic principles of green
chemistry -brief discussion on 12 principles of green chemistry.
Various green chemical approaches – Microwave synthesis, Bio catalysed reaction (only explanation
with examples),
Solvent-free reactions- advantages and conditions
Synthesis of typical organic compounds by conventional and green route;
i) Adipic acid – Conventional synthesis from Benzene, Green synthesis from glucose.
ii) Paracetamol- Conventional and Green synthesis from Phenol
Industrial applications of Green Chemistry
Green fuel: Hydrogen-production (Photo electrocatalytic and photo catalytic water splitting) and
applications in hydrogen fuel cells. Construction, working and applications of Methanol-Oxygen fuel
cell (H2SO4 as electrolyte).
Solar Energy:
Introduction, construction, working and applications of photovoltaic cell.
Teaching Chalk and talk/power point presentation - Basic principles of green chemistry
Learning Videos: Various green chemical approaches,
process Self-study material: Atom economy-synthesis of ethylene oxide and methyl
methacrylate. Advantages & disadvantages of photovoltaic cell.
Module-5
Water Chemistry, chemical analysis and Instrumental methods of analysis
Water chemistry:
Introduction, sources and impurities in water, Potable water; meaning and specifications (as per WHO
standards), Hardness of water, types, determination of hardness using EDTA titration, numerical
problems on hardness of water. Definition of Biological oxygen demand (BOD) and Chemical
Oxygen Demand (COD), determination of COD of waste water sample and Numerical problems on
COD.

Methods of Chemical Analysis:

Volumetric Analysis: Introduction, principles of titrimetric analysis, requirement of titrimetric
analysis, primary and secondary standards. Requirement of a primary standard solution, units of
standard solutions- Definition of normality, molarity, molality, mole fraction, ppm.
Instrumental methods of analysis:
Introduction, Theory, Instrumentation and applications of Colorimetry, Flame Photometry,
Potentiometry, Conductometry (Strong acid with strong base, weak acid with a strong base, mixture
of strong acid and a weak acid with a strong base)
Teaching Chalk and talk/power point presentation – principles of titrimetric analysis, requirement
of titrimetric analysis, Classification of titrimetric analysis, Ostwald’s theory of acid-base

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Learning indicator taking phenolphthalein and methyl orange as examples. Instrumental methods of
process analysis.
Practical topic: Volumetric titrations, instrumental methods.
Self-study material- Types of volumetric titrations (Neutralization, redox and
complexometric),
Course outcome (Course Skill Set)

At the end of the course the student will be able to:

CO1: Discuss the electrochemical energy systems such as electrodes and batteries.
CO2: Explain the fundamental concepts of corrosion, its control and surface modification methods
namely electroplating and electroless plating
CO3: Enumerate the importance, synthesis and applications of polymers. Understand properties
and application of nanomaterials.
CO4: Describe the principles of green chemistry, understand properties and application alternative
fuels.
CO5: Illustrate the fundamental principles of water chemistry, applications of volumetric and
analytical instrumentation.

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Assessment Details (both CIE and SEE)
The weightage of Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) is 50% and for Semester End Exam (SEE) is
50%. The minimum passing mark for the CIE is 40% of the maximum marks (20 marks). A student
shall be deemed to have satisfied the academic requirements and earned the credits allotted to each
subject/ course if the student secures not less than 35% ( 18 Marks out of 50)in the semester-end
examination(SEE), and a minimum of 40% (40 marks out of 100) in the sum total of the CIE
(Continuous Internal Evaluation) and SEE (Semester End Examination) taken together
Continuous Internal Evaluation:
Three Unit Tests each of 20 Marks (duration 01 hour)
1. First test at the end of 5th week of the semester
2. Second test at the end of the 10th week of the semester
3. Third test at the end of the 15th week of the semester
Two assignments each of 10 Marks
4. First assignment at the end of 4th week of the semester
5. Second assignment at the end of 9th week of the semester
Group discussion/Seminar/quiz any one of three suitably planned to attain the COs and POs for 20
Marks (duration 01 hours)
6. At the end of the 13th week of the semester
The sum of three tests, two assignments, and quiz/seminar/group discussion will be out of 100 marks
and will be scaled down to 50 marks
(to have less stressed CIE, the portion of the syllabus should not be common /repeated for any of the
methods of the CIE. Each method of CIE should have a different syllabus portion of the course).
CIE methods /question paper is designed to attain the different levels of Bloom’s taxonomy as per
the outcome defined for the course.

Semester End Examination:

Theory SEE will be conducted by University as per the scheduled timetable, with common question
papers for the subject (duration 03 hours)
1. The question paper will have ten questions. Each question is set for 20 marks.
2. There will be 2 questions from each module. Each of the two questions under a module (with a
maximum of 3 sub-questions), should have a mix of topics under that module.

The students have to answer 5 full questions, selecting one full question from each module.y

Suggested Learning Resources:

Books
1. Uppal M.M, Jain and Jain. Engineering Chemistry, Khanna Publishers, 35 th Edition, 2013.
2. P.C. Jain and Monica Jain, A test Book of Engineering Chemistry, Dhanpat Rai Publications, New
Delhi, 12th Edition, 2012.
3. SS Dara & Dr. SS Umare. -A Text book of Engineering Chemistry, S Chand & Company Ltd., 12 th
Edition, 2011.
4. R.V. Gadag and Nitthyananda Shetty-A Text Book of Engineering Chemistry, I.K. International
Publishing house. 2nd Edition, 2016.
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5. B.S. Jai Prakash, R. Venugopal, Sivakumaraiah& Pushpa Iyengar.,- Chemistry for Engineering
Students”, Subash Publications, Bangalore.5th Edition, 2014
6. F.W. Billmeyer, Text Book of Polymer Science, John Wiley & Sons, 4 th Edition, 1999.
7. M.G. Fontana, N.D. Greene, Corrosion Engineering, McGraw Hill Publications, New York, 3 rd
Edition, 1996.
8. Principles of Physical Chemistry , B.R. Puri, L.R. Sharma & M.S. Pathania, S. Nagin Chand &
Co., 41 Edition, 2004.
9. G.A. Ozin & A.C. Arsenault, “Nanotechnology A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials”. RSC
Publishing, 2005.

Web links and Video Lectures (e-Resources):

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faESCxAWR9k
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBqXMWaxZYM&list=PLyhmwFtznRhuz8L1bb3X-
9IbHrDMjHWWh
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5Hml6KN4TI
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9GHBdyYcyo
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xWBPZnEJk8
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRAo-M8xBHM.

Activity Based Learning (Suggested Activities in Class)/ Practical Based learning

 https://www.vlab.co.in/broad-area-chemical-sciences
 https://demonstrations.wolfram.com/topics.php
 https://interestingengineering.com/science