Course guide
295570 - 295EQ242 - Design of Equipment Coating Technologies
Last modified: 27/05/2024
Unit in charge: Barcelona East School of Engineering
Teaching unit: 713 - EQ - Department of Chemical Engineering.
Degree: ERASMUS MUNDUS MASTER'S DEGREE IN ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (Syllabus
2014). (Optional subject).
MASTER'S DEGREE IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (Syllabus 2019). (Optional subject).
ERASMUS MUNDUS MASTER'S DEGREE IN ADVANCED MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (Syllabus
2021). (Optional subject).
Academic year: 2024 ECTS Credits: 6.0 Languages: English
LECTURER
Coordinating lecturer: Maria del Mar Pérez Madrigal
Others: Elaine Armelin
Maria del Mar Pérez Madrigal
PRIOR SKILLS
Availability for teamwork, investigation of solutions to corrosion problems and cost evaluation at the company level.
REQUIREMENTS
Basic knowledge in chemistry and chemical engineering
DEGREE COMPETENCES TO WHICH THE SUBJECT CONTRIBUTES
Generical:
CGMUEQ-01. Ability to apply the scientific method and the principles of engineering and economics, to formulate and solve complex
problems in processes, equipment, facilities and services, in which the matter undergoes changes in its composition, state or energy
content, characteristic of the chemical industry and other related sectors among which are the pharmaceutical, biotechnological,
materials, energy, food or environmental
CGMUEQ-02. To conceive, project, calculate and design processes, equipment, industrial facilities and services, in the field of chemical
engineering and related industrial sectors, in terms of quality, safety, economy, rational and efficient use of natural resources and
environment conservation
Transversal:
02 SCS. SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL COMMITMENT. Being aware of and understanding the complexity of social and economic
phenomena that characterize the welfare society. Having the ability to relate welfare to globalization and sustainability. Being able to
make a balanced use of techniques, technology, the economy and sustainability.
03 TLG. THIRD LANGUAGE. Learning a third language, preferably English, to a degree of oral and written fluency that fits in with the
future needs of the graduates of each course.
TEACHING METHODOLOGY
Master classes based on the material available in Athena and cooperative learning in practical classes. Group project related to the
content of the course.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES OF THE SUBJECT
Obtain the electrochemical bases of corrosion phenomena
Know and compare different types of corrosion
Know the different types of coatings, their properties and applications to the different industrial sectors
Know the industrial methods of application of the coatings and their quality control
STUDY LOAD
Type Hours Percentage
Self study 108,0 72.00
Hours small group 21,0 14.00
Hours large group 21,0 14.00
Total learning time: 150 h
CONTENTS
Basics of Corrosion
Description:
1.1. Thermodynamics of corrosion.
1.2. Pourbaix diagrams.
1.3. Kinetics of corrosion. Polarization by activation, concentration and resistance.
1.4. Factors that affect the corrosion rate.
Specific objectives:
Introduce the student to the basics concepts related to corrosion processes and their
thermodynamic and kinetic implications.
Related activities:
Laboratory sessions on determining the corrosion rate and electrochemical tests.
Full-or-part-time: 29h
Theory classes: 6h
Laboratory classes: 6h
Self study : 17h
Corrosion types
Description:
2.1. Classification of the types of corrosion.
2.2. Environmental corrosion, by water, soil, microbiological and erratic currents
2.3. Galvanic corrosion, generalized, pitting, intergranular and metallurgical conditions.
2.4. Inspection techniques in corrosion studies
Specific objectives:
Bring the student to the different types of corrosion that occur in the real world
Related activities:
Application exercises and seminar on the evaluation of the types of corrosion in real cases.
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
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Cathodic protection
Description:
3.1 Fundamentals of cathodic protection.
3.2 Cathodic protection by sacrificial anodes
3.3 Cathodic protection by impressed current
3.4 Cathodic protection applied with coatings
Specific objectives:
Bring the student to the knowledge of how cathodic protection is applied in real cases.
Related activities:
Application exercises on cathodic protection in pipes, tanks and other equipment.
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
Metallic coatings
Description:
4.1. Characteristics of the electrolytic processes.
4.2. Electrolytic processes on an industrial scale.
4.3. Metallic coatings by electrodeposition.
4.4. Coating of alloys.
4.5. Coatings by immersion and projection
Specific objectives:
Know the main types of metal coatings and their application in the protection against corrosion
Related activities:
Application exercises and electrodeposition laboratory session
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
Polymer coatings
Description:
5.1. Coatings in the form of plates
5.2. Preparation of surfaces
5.3. Thermoplastics. PVC, polyethylene, PTFE
5.4. Natural and synthetic elastomers
Specific objectives:
Know the characteristics of the coatings in the form of plates and their main applications in different industrial sectors
Related activities:
Discussion on the different coatings applied as plates
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
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Paints
Description:
5.1. Classification of paintings
5.2. Components of the paints. Binders, vehicle and additives.
5.3. Application of paints.
5.4. Manufacture and formulation of paints. Quality control
5.5 Application examples
Specific objectives:
Know the characteristics of the pintures, their formulation, components, applications and manufacturing.
Related activities:
Discussion on the applications of paints in different industrial sectors
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
Equipment design and coatings application in chemical industry
Description:
7.1 Factors that cause corrosion in the chemical industry
7.2 Design of equipment and types of corrosion failures in the chemical sector
7.3 Selecton of materilas
7.4 Economic aspects: costs of corrosion
Specific objectives:
Bring the student to the knowledge of the peculiarities of corrosion, its economic costs and solutions in the chemical sector
Related activities:
Sharing and / or work on the characteristics of corrosion in the chemical sector
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
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Automotive coatings
Description:
8.1. Corrosion in the car. Differential aspects.
8.2. Corrosion in the body and design.
8.3. Metal coatings: hot dip galvanized
and electrolytic zinc
8.4. Zincrometall and aluminized.
8.5. Phosphating and cataphoresis
Specific objectives:
Know the main peculiarities of corrosion and protective solutions in the automotive industry
Related activities:
Sharing and / or work on corrosion and body protection in the car
Full-or-part-time: 11h
Theory classes: 2h
Laboratory classes: 2h
Self study : 7h
GRADING SYSTEM
The contents imparted by each teacher will be evaluated separately, usually based on deliveries of exercises, works, expositions, etc.
Each part will contribute by 50% in final qualification. Specifically, in the first part, problems/activities will be evaluated with 15%
(deliverables); the other 35% will correspond to a partial exam (theory and problems from topics 1 to 6). In the second part, again,
problems/activities/test will be evaluated with 15% (deliverables); the other 35% will correspond to a project to be carried out in
group. This project is based on an oral presentation (40% individual mark) and a project report (60% group mark) for a specific
coating formulation, guided by the professor. Carrying out and presenting the deliverable activities stipulated by the teacher are a
necessary condition to pass the course.
EXAMINATION RULES.
Complementary material may be used in case the teacher deems it appropriate.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Basic:
- Bilurbina, Luis; Liesa Mestres, Francisco; Iribarren Laco, José Ignacio. Corrosión y protección [on line]. Barcelona: Edicions UPC,
2003 [Consultation: 06/05/2020]. Available on: http://hdl.handle.net/2099.3/36748. ISBN 9788498800609|.
- Revie, R. Winston; Uhlig, Herbert Henry. Corrosion and corrosion control : an introduction to corrosion science and engineering. 4th
ed. New York [etc.]: Wiley-Interscience, cop. 2008. ISBN 9780471732792.
- Calvo Carbonell, Jordi. Pinturas y recubrimientos : introducción a su tecnología. Madrid: Díaz de Santos, cop. 2009. ISBN
9788479788834.
- Giudice, Carlos Alberto; Pereyra, Andrea Marisa. Tecnología de pinturas y recubrimientos : componentes, formulación, manufactura
y control de calidad. Buenos Aires: Edutecne, 2009. ISBN 9789872536022.
- McArthur, Hugh. Corrosion prediction and prevention in motor vehicles. Chichester [etc.]: E. Horwood, cop. 1988. ISBN
0745803571.
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