Engineering Chemistry#
GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY#
Program Name: Diploma in Engineering
Level: Diploma
Branch:
- Sem 1: Electrical/Information Technology/Power Electronics Engineering
- Sem 2: Bio-Medical/Computer/Electronics & Communication/Computer Science & Engineering/ICT/CACDDM/Renewable Energy
Subject Code: DI01000071
Course/Subject Name: Engineering Chemistry
| w.e.f. Academic Year | 2024-25 |
|---|---|
| Semester | 1 or 2 |
| Category of the Course | Basic Science Courses |
Course Information#
| Prerequisite | Fundamental knowledge of Chemistry and basic Arithmetic for simple calculations |
|---|---|
| Rationale | The background of chemistry allows engineers to get the most out of raw elements in creating fuels, drugs, new and modern materials, construction materials, etc. needed in wide variety of engineering and technological applications. The in-depth comprehension of concepts and chemical reactions involved in chemistry would be applicable in solving the problems of engineering in spectrum of engineering branches like, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, etc. The deep understanding of various topics/subtopics of Engineering Chemistry course would enable the diploma engineers to understand and solve the various engineering problems, developments and breakthrough in engineering and technology in a very systematic and scientific way. Engineering chemistry helps to develop and enhance the thinking capabilities of the diploma pass outs in line with the modern trends in engineering and technology through the inclusion of various creative activities/micro projects etc. Many global problems/issues and their in-depth understanding is addressed through the inclusion of topics of relevance like atomic structure, chemical bonding and solutions; electrochemistry; corrosion; fuels; lubricants, polymers, elastomers, insulating materials and semiconductors; electrochemical energy sources in this course. |
Course Outcomes#
After Completion of the Course, Student will be able to:
| No. | Course Outcomes | RBT Level |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Apply the principles of atomic structure, chemical bonding and solutions to solve various engineering problems. | R/U/A |
| 02 | Solve engineering problems using the concepts of electrochemistry and corrosion. | R/U/A |
| 03 | Use relevant fuels and lubricants for domestic and industrial applications. | R/U/A |
| 04 | Choose various types of engineering materials like polymers, elastomers, insulating materials and semiconductors for domestic and industrial applications. | R/U/A |
| 05 | Select various types of electrochemical devices for domestic and industrial applications. | R/U/A |
*Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy (RBT)
Teaching and Examination Scheme#
Teaching Scheme (Hours per Week)#
| L | T | PR | Total Credits L+T+(PR/2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
Assessment Pattern and Marks#
| Theory | Practical | Total |
|---|---|---|
| ESE: 70 | PA/CA: 20 | 150 |
| PA/CA: 30 | ESE: 30 | |
| 100 | 50 |
Legend: L = Lecture, T = Tutorial, PR = Practical, ESE = End Semester Examination, PA/CA = Progressive Assessment/Continuous Assessment
Course Content#
| Unit No. | Content | No. of Hours | % of Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding and Solutions Atomic Structure: 1.1 Concepts of orbits and orbitals 1.2 Pauli’s exclusion principle, Hund’s rule of maximum spin multiplicity, Aufbau rule 1.3 Electronic configuration of elements having atomic number 1 to 30 Chemical Bonding: 1.4 Concept of chemical bond, Octet rule Types of chemical bonds: 1.4.1 Ionic (Electrovalent) bond and its characteristics (Example NaCl) 1.4.2 Covalent bond and its characteristics (examples-Non-polar covalent bond: H2, O2, N2, CH4; Polar covalent bond: HCl, H2O, NH3) 1.4.3 Coordinate covalent (Dative) bond (examples - NH4+, H3O+) 1.4.4 Metallic bond and its characteristics 1.4.5 Hydrogen bond, its types and significance 1.4.6 Intermolecular force of attraction (van der Waals bond) 1.5 Structures of solids: Ionic solids, Molecular solids, Network solids, and Metallic solids Solutions: 1.6 Definitions of solute, solvent, solution and concentration Modes of expressing concentration of solutions - Molarity (M = mole/litre), Normality (N), Molality (m), mass percentage (%w/w), volume percentage (%v/v), mass by volume percentage (%w/v) | 08 | 17% (12 Marks) |
| 2 | Electrochemistry 2.1 Arrhenius theory of ionization 2.2 Electronic concept of oxidation, reduction, and redox reactions 2.3 Electrochemical cells: Galvanic cells and electrolytic cells 2.4 Standard electrode potential and EMF of galvanic cells 2.5 Nernst equation and its applications 2.6 Conductance and conductivity of electrolytic solutions 2.7 Kohlrausch’s law of independent migration of ions 2.8 Applications of conductance measurements 2.9 Electrolysis and Faraday’s laws of electrolysis 2.10 Applications of electrolysis 2.11 Electrometallurgy 2.12 Electroplating 2.13 Electro-refining | 07 | 15% (11 Marks) |
| 3 | Corrosion of Metals and Its Prevention 3.1 Definition of Corrosion with example 3.2 Dry or Chemical corrosion: Oxidation corrosion, Corrosion by other gases 3.3 Wet or electrochemical corrosion: Liberation of H2, Absorption of O2 3.4 Factors affecting corrosion 3.5 Prevention of corrosion: Surface coatings, Galvanizing, Electroplating, Anodizing 3.6 Cathodic protection: Sacrificial anode method, Impressed current method | 05 | 12% (8 Marks) |
| 4 | Fuels and Combustion 4.1 Definition and Classification of Fuels 4.2 Calorific values and their Units 4.3 Determination of Calorific value using a Bomb Calorimeter 4.4 Characteristics of a good fuel 4.5 Comparison between solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels 4.6 Theoretical calculation of HCV and LCV of fuel using Dulong’s formula 4.7 Solid fuels: Coal, Classification of coal, Proximate and ultimate analysis of coal 4.8 Liquid fuels: Petroleum, Origin of petroleum and classification of petroleum, Refining of petroleum, Petrol and Diesel-fuel rating (Octane and Cetane numbers) 4.9 Gaseous fuels: Natural gas, LPG, CNG, Producer gas, Water gas, Biogas 4.10 Calorific values and Applications of LPG, CNG, and Biogas | 07 | 14% (10 Marks) |
| 5 | Lubricants 5.1 Lubricants and Lubrication, Functions of lubricants 5.2 Mechanism of Lubrication: Fluid lubrication, Boundary lubrication 5.3 Classification of lubricants with examples: Solid, Semi-solid, Liquid and Synthetic lubricants 5.4 Physical Properties of lubricants: Viscosity and Viscosity index, Flash point and Fire point, Cloud point and Pour point, Oiliness 5.5 Chemical properties of lubricants: Saponification number, Neutralization number, Emulsification number 5.6 Selection of lubricants for different types of Machinery like: Gears, Cutting tools, Steam turbine, Transformers 5.7 Biodegradable lubricants | 04 | 10% (7 Marks) |
| 6 | Polymers, Elastomers, Insulating Materials and Semiconductors Polymers: 6.1 Definition of Monomer, Polymer, Polymerization, Degree of polymerization (n) and Repeating unit 6.2 Classification of polymers based on Molecular structure: Linear polymers, Branched polymers, Cross-linked polymers 6.3 Classification of polymers based on Monomer: Homo polymer, Co-polymer 6.4 Classification of polymers based on Thermal behavior: Thermoplastic polymers and Thermosetting polymers 6.5 Types of polymerizations: Addition polymerization and Condensation polymerization 6.6 Preparation (by simple reactions), Properties and Uses of some thermoplastic polymers and thermosetting polymers: Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), PolyVinylChloride (PVC), PolyTetraFluoroEthylene (PTFE, Teflon), Polystyrene (PS), PolyAcryloNitrile (PAN), Bakelite, and Epoxy resins 6.7 Biodegradable Polymers: Definition, Chemical composition and Uses of Poly-β-HydroxyButyrate-co-β-hydroxyl Valerate (PHBV), Nylon-2-nylon-6 Elastomers (Rubbers): 6.8 Natural rubber and its Properties 6.9 Vulcanization of rubber and its Advantages 6.10 Synthetic rubbers: Preparation (by simple reactions), Properties and Uses of Buna-S (GR-S or Styrene) rubber, Buna-N (GR-A or Nitrile) rubber, Neoprene (GR-M) rubber Insulating Materials: 6.11 Definition, Types and Properties of Insulating Materials 6.12 Applications of Thermal and Electrical insulating materials Semiconductors: 6.13 Definition and Classification of Semiconductors 6.14 Enlist Semiconductor devices 6.15 Elemental Semiconductors: Intrinsic Semiconductors, Extrinsic Semiconductors (n-type Semiconductors, p-type Semiconductors) | 08 | 20% (14 Marks) |
| 7 | Electrochemical Energy Sources 7.1 Batteries: An electrochemical source of energy, Types of Batteries: Primary, Secondary and Fuel batteries 7.2 Construction and Working of Dry cell 7.3 Construction and Working of Lead-acid storage cell 7.4 Construction and Working of Nickel-Cadmium battery/cell 7.5 Fuel cells: Hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell, Advantages and disadvantages 7.6 Solar cells: Construction, working and applications | 06 | 12% (8 Marks) |
| Total | 45 | 100% (70 Marks) |
Suggested Specification Table with Marks (Theory)#
Distribution of Theory Marks (in %)#
| R Level | U Level | A Level | N Level | E Level | C Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Marks (35%) | 32 Marks (45%) | 14 Marks (20%) | - | - | - |
Where R: Remember; U: Understanding; A: Application, N: Analyze and E: Evaluate C: Create (as per Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy)
Note: This specification table provides general guidelines to assist students for their learning and to teachers to teach and question paper designers/setters to formulate test items/questions to assess the attainment of the UOs. The actual distribution of marks at different taxonomy levels (of R, U and A) in the question paper may slightly vary from above table.
References/Suggested Learning Resources#
(a) Books#
| Sr. No. | Title of Book | Author | Publication with the place, year and ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engineering Chemistry | Jain & Jain | Dhanpat Rai Publishing Co. (P) Ltd., New Delhi, 2015, ISBN: 93-521-6000-2 |
| 2 | A Textbook of Engineering Chemistry | Dr S. S. Dara & Dr S. S. Umare | S. Chand & Co. (P) Ltd., New Delhi, 2014, ISBN: 81-219-0359-9 |
| 3 | Textbook of Chemistry for Class XI & XII (Part-I & II) | NCERT | NCERT, New Delhi, 2017-18, Class-XI, ISBN: 81-7450-494-X (Part-I), 81-7450-535-O (Part-II), Class-XII, ISBN: 81-7450-648-9 (Part-I), 81-7450-716-7 (Part-II) |
| 4 | Engineering Chemistry | Shikha Agarwal | Cambridge Uni. Press, New Delhi, 2019, ISBN: 978-1-108-72444-9 |
| 5 | Understanding Chemistry | C. N. R. Rao | World scientific publishing Co., 2009, ISBN: 9789812836045 |
| 6 | Engineering Chemistry | Dr. Vikram, S. | Wiley India Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, 2013, ISBN: 9788126543342 |
| 7 | Chemistry for Engineers | Rajesh Agnihotri | Wiley India Pvt. Ltd., 2014, ISBN: 9788126550784 |
| 8 | Fundamental of Electrochemistry | V. S. Bagotsky | Wiley International N.J., 2005, ISBN: 9780471700586 |
(b) Open Source Software and Websites#
- Chemistry Guide - Atomic Structure
- Vision Learning - Chemistry
- Chemistry Made Easy
- Electronic Materials
- NCERT Chemistry Resources
- Wiley Online Chemistry Library
- Royal Society of Chemistry
- Insulation Materials - Science and Application
- OLabs - Online Chemistry Labs
- ChemCollective Virtual Labs
- ChemCollective Activities
- Presenting Science - Corrosion
- Amrita Virtual Chemistry Labs
Suggested Course Practical List#
| Sr. No. | Practical Outcomes (PrOs) | Unit No. | Approx. Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare a standard solution of oxalic acid or potassium permanganate. | 1 | 02 |
| 2 | Prepare a solution of given concentration in terms of percentage weight by weight (%w/w) of a given compound. | 1 | 02 |
| 3 | Prepare a solution of given concentration in terms of percentage volume by volume (%v/v) of a given compound. | 1 | 02 |
| 4 | Prepare a solution of given concentration in terms of percentage weight by volume (%w/v) of a given compound. | 1 | 02 |
| 5 | Determine the strength of the given sodium hydroxide solution by titrating against standard oxalic acid solution using phenolphthalein indicator. | 1 | 02 |
| 6 | Standardize potassium permanganate solution by standard oxalic acid solution and estimate ferrous ions. | 2 | 02 |
| 7 | Determine pH-Values of given samples of Solution by using Universal Indicator and pH-meter. | 2 | 02 |
| 8 | Determine emf of an electrochemical cell (Daniel cell). | 2, 7 | 02 |
| 9 | Determine electrochemical equivalent of copper metal using Faraday’s first law. | 2 | 02 |
| 10 | Determine the rate of corrosion for different metals in the given solution. | 3 | 02 |
| 11 | Determine the rate of corrosion for metal in the solution of different ph. | 3 | 02 |
| 12 | Determine the calorific value of solid or liquid fuel using a bomb calorimeter. | 4 | 02 |
| 13 | Determine the percentage of moisture content in the given sample of coal by proximate analysis. | 4 | 02 |
| 14 | Determine the ash content of the given sample of coal by proximate analysis. | 4 | 02 |
| 15 | Determine the viscosity of the lubricating oil using a Redwood viscometer. | 5 | 02 |
| 16 | Determine the Acid value of the given lubricating oil. | 5 | 02 |
| 17 | Determine the Saponification value of the given lubricating oil. | 5 | 02 |
| 18 | Determine flash point and fire point of the given lubricating oil using Pensky Martens/Cleveland open cup/Able’s flashpoint apparatus. | 5 | 02 |
| 19 | Prepare Polystyrene and Bakelite. (Any one) | 6 | 02 |
| Total | 38 |
Note#
- i. Practical Exercises of at least 28 Hrs. should be completed by the end of the term.
- ii. More Practical Exercises can be designed and offered by the respective course teacher to develop the industry-relevant skills/outcomes to match the COs. The above table is only a suggestive list.
- iii. The following are some sample ‘Process’ and ‘Product’ related skills (more may be added/deleted depending on the course) that occur in the above listed Practical Exercises of this course required which are embedded in the COs and ultimately the competency.
Sample Performance Indicators for the PrOs#
| Sr. No. | Sample Performance Indicators for the PrOs | Weightage in % | Maximum Marks for PA/CA (I) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ‘Process’ related skills | |||
| 1. | Prepare experimental setup accurately Handling of apparatus/glassware for precise measurements | 20 | 4 |
| 2. | Practice and adapt good and safe measuring techniques Record observations correctly | 20 | 4 |
| 3. | Housekeeping Observance/Follow safety rules | 20 | 4 |
| ‘Product’ related skills | |||
| 4. | Does Calculations Interpret the Results and their Conclusion/s | 20 | 4 |
| 5. | Prepare report of practical in prescribed format Viva-voce | 20 | 4 |
| Total | 100 | 20 |
List of Laboratory Equipment Required#
| No. | Equipment/Instruments | Practical No. |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electronic Weighing Balance/Digital Weighing Balance (OR Analytical Balance) | 1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16 |
| 2 | Digital pH meter | 4, 8 |
| 3 | Voltmeter | 5 |
| 4 | 6 V Battery | 6 |
| 5 | Ammeter | 6 |
| 6 | Rheostat | 6 |
| 7 | Dryer | 7, 8 |
| 8 | Hot air oven | 9, 10 |
| 9 | Hot plate with Magnetic stirrer | 3 |
| 10 | Bomb Calorimeter | 9 |
| 11 | Muffle furnace | 11 |
| 12 | Redwood viscometer No.1 | 12 |
| 13 | Stop watch | 12 |
| 14 | Pensky-Marten’s apparatus OR Cleveland open cup OR Abel’s flashpoint apparatus | 15 |
Suggested Project List#
Prepare a model of an atom with the help of a ball and stick or of any other items.
Prepare a PowerPoint animation that can explain the structure of an atom.
Prepare a chart showing (1) Atomic number (Z = e- = p+) 1 to 30, (2) Name of the element, (3) Symbol, (4) Electronic configuration and (5) Condensed Electronic configuration of elements in tabular form.
Prepare a chart of the modern periodic table which gives information about the atomic number and mass number of different elements.
Prepare crystals of common salt from NaCl solution.
Form three groups of students in the class. Consider a hypothetical situation of exchanging/sharing/giving of different items/belongings and demonstrate the type of ionic, covalent, and co-ordinate bonding amongst the students in a simulated situation. Present your findings.
Prepare a chart representing compounds and solutions which affect human life positively and negatively.
Classify the surrounding corrosion into dry corrosion and wet corrosion.
Collect different samples of utensils reinforced materials, iron, copper, brass, bronze, and other alloys. Place them in an open environment under tin shade. Observe the corrosive properties over a period of four weeks. Record your observations. Discuss the findings with your teacher and classmates.
Collect three metallic strips of Cu, Al and Fe. Place them in different acidic and alkaline solutions of the same concentration. Observe and record the loss in weight of metals due to an acidic and alkaline environment. Discuss the findings with your teacher and classmates.
Prepare a model to demonstrate the application of electrolysis.
Collect fuel samples from different sources and prepare a chart showing their calorific values and uses.
Collect samples of petrol, kerosene, diesel, any edible oil, coconut oil. Find out the flash point and fire point, cloud point and pour point, and viscosity of the same. Compare the properties and justify their use in relevant applications.
Depending on the type of machinery, the load applied, speed of the machine, heat generated, etc., select the appropriate lubricant which can be applied to the machinery. Discuss with your teachers and classmates and present the same.
Make a table showing the availability of natural rubber in India and show places on the map of India.
Prepare a chart showing (1) name & formula of the Polymer, (2) name and formula of the Monomer/s used to prepare that polymer, (3) simple reaction equation for Preparation of polymer, (4) Properties in short and (5) Uses in tabular form.
Collect different polymers and prepare the chart/PowerPoint based on their type, properties, and uses.
Do mapping of energy resources in India.
Collect data of various electrochemical cells (batteries) used in equipment’s and devices and available in the market and prepare a report on it.
Classify Semiconductors with examples. Enlist Semiconductor Devices. Also collect Semiconductors.
Suggested Activities for Students#
Prepare a Power point presentation or animation showing different atomic structures and different types of chemical bonds.
Calculate pH of acid solutions and base solutions having different concentrations.
Prepare a chart showing different methods used for the prevention of corrosion.
Show theoretical calculations of HCV and LCV of fuel using Dulong’s formula.
Do market survey of different types of lubricating oils and compare their physical properties and chemical properties.
Do library survey regarding polymers, synthetic rubbers, insulating materials and semiconductors used in different industries.
Do market survey of different batteries and differentiate primary and secondary batteries.
w.e.f. 2024-25