Introduction to fundamental principles of electrochemistry and electrochemical methods of analysis. The course will cover topics in physical as well as electroanalytical chemistry including thermodynamics, electrode potentials, galvanic and electrolytic cells, electrode kinetics, dynamic electrochemistry, mass transport by migration, diffusion and convection, diffusion layers, and electrochemical instrumentation and techniques. The student will learn about the theoretical and practical aspects of electrochemical measurements whether they be used for determining some physical property a system. Using a combination of problem-based learning approaches and traditional lectures, the student will develop critical thinking skills in the areas of electrochemical method and data interpretation.

CILO-1: Apply Nernst equation and the Tafel equation to different electrochemical systems. CILO-2: Define the term overpotential, explain its origin and the relationship between current and potential for some types of electrochemical cells. CILO-3: Predict how the conductivity of an electrolyte depends on the electrolyte concentration and type and explain the origin of ion conductivity in some solid electrolytes. CILO-4: Apply some common electrochemical methods to electrochemical systems and explain which type of information that can be obtained with these techniques. CILO-5: Describe different types of corrosion as well as explain the origin and course of the corrosion processes.