A Hands-on Course on Intensified Membrane Processes for Sustainable Water Purification

Journal Article · 07 April 2022 · Chemical Engineering Education

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18260/2-1-370.660-129419 · OSTI ID:2203235

Màrquez, Itzel ^[1]; Saez, A. Eduardo ^[2]; Ogden, Kimberly ^[2]; Achilli, Andrea ^[2]

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1. Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI (United States); University of Arizona
2. University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ (United States)

The lack in process intensification (PI) training may be limiting processes to achieve sustainability goals. Furthermore, this project developed a hands-on course on intensified membrane processes to address knowledge gaps in PI. Bench-scale activities introduced concepts of membrane separation, operating engineering-scale modules provided a near-industrial experience, and simulation software allowed modeling and optimization of a process. Student evaluations showed that the combination of modeling, experimental, and peer-instruction work helped them understand the application of theoretical concepts.

• Research Organization: RAPID Manufacturing Institute, New York, NY (United States)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Energy Efficiency Office. Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO)
• Grant/Contract Number: EE0007888
• OSTI ID: 2203235
• Journal Information: Chemical Engineering Education, Journal Name: Chemical Engineering Education Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 56; ISSN 0009-2479
• Publisher: Chemical Engineering Division, American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)Copyright Statement
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English