Engineering Chemistry: Foundations for Technical Applications

Course Description

The Engineering Chemistry Skill Development Course aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical knowledge of chemical principles and their engineering applications. The program is designed to develop understanding of modern chemical technologies used in industries and engineering fields, enabling students to apply scientific concepts in real-world situations. Learning Outcomes: Learn the basic principles of Engineering Chemistry and industrial chemical applications. Understand electrochemical systems, corrosion mechanisms, and corrosion prevention techniques. Gain knowledge of polymers, lubricants, composites, fuels, and modern energy storage technologies. Develop awareness of chemical processes used in engineering and manufacturing industries. Understand the importance of sustainable energy resources and advanced battery technologies.

Course Fee Seats Limited

₹1000.00

Course Details

Duration
Duration
30 HRS
Duration
Course Label
SkillDevelopment
Certificate
Certificate
Yes
Course Language
English
Duration
Course Mode
Online
Duration
Timings
6 PM - 7 PM
Days
Monday to Friday
Registration Till
05 Jun 2026
Duration
Tentative ClassStart Date
summer
Duration
Eligible Schools:
Certificate Criteria
Certificate Criteria
75% attendance, 50% score in all Exams/CA

Curriculum Snapshot

Explore the comprehensive course modules

1 Polymer Science and Applications

Basics of polymer chemistry : Degree of polymerization and classification : Glass transition temperature (Tg) : Thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers : Synthesis and uses of common polymers : Polymer fabrication techniques : Conducting polymers

2 Polymer Science and Applications

Basics of polymer chemistry : Degree of polymerization and classification : Glass transition temperature (Tg) : Thermoplastics, thermosets, and elastomers : Synthesis and uses of common polymers : Polymer fabrication techniques : Conducting polymers

3 Lubricants

Types of lubricants : Properties of lubricants : Mechanism of lubrication : Viscosity and viscosity index : Solid, liquid and semi-solid lubricants : Applications of lubricants

4 Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Systems

Electrochemical cells and electrolytes : Specific and molar conductance : Galvanic and electrolytic cells : Electrochemical series : Nernst equation and numericals : Reversible and irreversible cells

5 Corrosion and Protection methods

Definition and scope of corrosion: Electrochemical corrosion mechanisms: Galvanic and concentration cell corrosion: Pitting and soil corrosion : Factors affecting corrosion: Methods of corrosion protection : Electroplating process

6 Energy Resources, Batteries, and Emerging Technologies

Types of fuels and calorific value : Coal analysis and petroleum refining : Octane and cetane number : Knocking and anti-knocking : Primary and secondary batteries : Fuel cells and applications : Spintronics

7 Nanoscience and Advanced Composite Materials

Introduction to nanomaterials : Types and classification : Properties and size effects : Synthesis and characterization methods : Applications in engineering and industry : Introduction to composites : Types of composites : Matrix and reinforcement : Properties of composites : Applications in engineering

8 Lubricants

Types of lubricants : Properties of lubricants : Mechanism of lubrication : Viscosity and viscosity index : Solid, liquid and semi-solid lubricants : Applications of lubricants

9 Electrochemistry and Electrochemical Systems

Electrochemical cells and electrolytes : Specific and molar conductance : Galvanic and electrolytic cells : Electrochemical series : Nernst equation and numericals : Reversible and irreversible cells

10 Corrosion and Protection Techniques

Definition and scope of corrosion: Electrochemical corrosion mechanisms: Galvanic and concentration cell corrosion: Pitting and soil corrosion : Factors affecting corrosion: Methods of corrosion protection : Electroplating process

11 Energy Resources, Batteries, and Emerging Technologies

Types of fuels and calorific value : Coal analysis and petroleum refining : Octane and cetane number : Knocking and anti-knocking : Primary and secondary batteries : Fuel cells and applications : Spintronics

12 Nanoscience and Advanced Composite Materials

Introduction to nanomaterials : Types and classification : Properties and size effects : Synthesis and characterization methods : Applications in engineering and industry : Introduction to composites : Types of composites : Matrix and reinforcement : Properties of composites : Applications in engineering

Instructor Spotlight

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Dr. Samriti Thakur Dadwal

Dr. Samriti Thakur Dadwal

Assistant Professor

Dr. Samriti Thakur is working as Assistant Professor in the department of Chemistry, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India. She has received her Ph.D. degree from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, India in 2021. Her research areas include extraction and characterization of nanoparticles from their natural resources for different applications. She wants to explore Z-scheme nanoparticles with modified size and shape for enhanced properties. She is also a member of Royal Chemical Society. She has published 8 number of publications in renowned journals with high impact factor.