Electrolytic Processes

Basic theory and background for industrial electrolysis; including heat balance, cell design, electrode reactions, overvoltage and electrode materials. Comprehensive treatment of molten salts as electrolytes, including emf cells and metal solubility. Special treatment of industrial processes of importance for Norway;
- chlor-alkali and chlorate.
- zinc.
- nickel, copper, cobalt.
- electroplating.
- aluminium and magnesium.
- refining of aluminium.

The contents of the course should give a basic understanding of the industrial electrolyses processes in Norway.

Lectures and problem solving. Lectures are given in English if there are students from the International master courses in Light metal production. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.