Colloid Systems PET907
Course description for study year 2022-2023. Please note that changes may occur.
Facts
Course code
PET907
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring, Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Content
Basic intermolecular forces. Surface forces in colloid systems. Rheological behaviour of concentrated suspension.
Learning outcome
To give the student a thorough knowledge of colloid systems and the surface forces that influence the physical behaviour of such systems. The student should thus be able to solve a relevant petroleum related problem through studies of surface forces of particles in concentrated suspension.
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Exam | 1/1 | 2 Hours | Passed / Not Passed |
Oral Exam, duration: 2 hours, Passed / Not passed
Coursework requirements
Mandatory project assignment
The project assignment a compulsory teaching activity to be approved.
The applicant must submit the report to the course responsible and the examiner takes place 2 weeks after.
The candidate must present his/her work for 40 minutes and then 15 mins of Q&A.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Mahmoud Khalifeh
Head of Department:
Øystein Arild
Method of work
Guided self-tuition, colloquia, presentations.
The student should write a report, with references to the literature, covering some of the scientific themes.
Open for
Petroleum Engineering - PhD
Technology and Natural Science - PhD programme
Literature
Search for literature in Leganto