Study programme title in Est.
Säästvad keemiatehnoloogiad
Study programme title in Engl.
Sustainable Chemical Technologies
TalTech study programme code
RAKM11
MER study programme code
111073
Study programme version code
RAKM11/25
Faculty / college
E - School of Engineering
Head of study programme/study programme manager
Jasper Adamson
Language of instruction
Estonian
Self-paid study programme
no
Nominal study period
4 semesters
Study programme group
Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology
Broad area of study
Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction
Study field
Engineering and engineering trades
Curriculum group
Chemical engineering and processes
Granting the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
õppe läbiviimise õigus
Validity date of the right to conduct studies in the study programme group
tähtajatu
No. of the decision granting the right to teach in the study programme group
112
Access conditions
Bachelor degree or education of corresponding qualification in accordance with admission requirements of TalTech.
Study programme aims and objectives
The general aim of the curriculum is to educate master's level specialists in the field of fuel chemistry and technology.
Afford an opportunity for specialists who have previously obtained a higher education with a focus on technology to raise their level of education in the field of fuel chemistry and education.
Create pre-conditions for the continuation of studies a doctorate level in this field. Show more... Learning outcomes of the study programme
Upon completion of the curriculum, the student:
- has a systematic overview of the field of fuel chemistry and technology (including oil shale chemical engineering);
- knows the theoretical developments, current problems and their ways of application in the field of specialization;
- is able to solve specialty-related problems independently with the help of appropriate methods and evaluate the potential consequences of his/her activity;
- has theoretical and practical professional knowledge in the field of technology and the equipment of contemporary fossil and renewable fuels;
- knows the nature and potential solutions to environmental problems in the fuel industry;
- knows the fundamentals of innovation and research and the principles for the protection of intellectual property;
- acquires necessary practical skills for work both in fuel industry enterprises and research laboratories, is able to continue studies for doctoral degree. Show more... Graduation requirements
Completion of the curriculum in the required amount, and the successful defence of the graduation paper in conformity with the requirements set by the TalTech Senate.
In order to obtain Cum Laude diploma the graduation paper must be defended for the grade "5" and the weighted average grade must be at least 4,60, where all grades from diploma supplement are taken into account. Show more... Degrees conferred
Master of Science in Engineering
Study programme version structure :
Module type
total ECTS credits
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MAIN SPECIALITY 3: Sustainable Chemical Technologies
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MODULE: General Studies 12.0 ECTS credits (General studies)
Aims
The aim of this module is:
- to give the student possibility to complement his/her knowledge and develop skills in entrepreneurship,
company economic activity, marketing and circle economy;
- according to the chosen courses to assist in formation of analytical skills, project and business management, teamwork abilities;
- to give possibility to acquire competences for research work arrangement and methods, as well as in the field of Intellectual Property and innovation;
- to advance self-presentation skills. Show more... Learning outcomes
After completing this module, the student:
- evaluates the main economic operative processes of the society and relates the basic components of market economy,
general principles of enterprise financing and administration;
- describes the entrepreneurial process and the specifics of his professional entrepreneurial field, can analyze his role in the entrepreneurial environment;
- describes the basic concepts and principles of the circular economy, the differences and effects of the circular economy and the linear economic model;
- is able to give an argumentative presentation;
- has teamwork experience in solving various economic, marketing and project management tasks;
- acquires and/or improves knowledge in the fields of intellectual property, metrology, project management, scientific work arrangement. Show more... Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EKX0020
3.0
2.0
1.9
0.0
0.1
E
S
EVM0010
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
EVM0020
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
A
SK
EVM0040
6.0
4.0
1.0
3.0
0.0
H
SK
EVM0060
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
EVM0420
6.0
4.0
0.0
4.0
0.0
A
SK
EVR0310
3.0
2.0
1.0
0.0
1.0
H
SK
MMJ5280
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
H
S
MMK5270
6.0
3.0
1.0
0.0
2.0
E
S
RAH0840
3.0
2.0
1.5
0.0
0.5
A
SK
Total: at least 12.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Core Studies 36.0 ECTS credits (Core studies)
Aims
The aim of this module is to give the student possibility to acquire professional specific knowledge of dissemination processes,
thermal dynamics processes and organic chemistry for successful study of sustainable chemistry and technology module. The goal of elective courses is to create possibilities for realization of student's individual needs for development and professional interests. Show more... Learning outcomes
After completing this module, the student:
- has acquired knowledge of dissemination processes and thermal dynamics;
- has acquired specific knowledge, skills and competences in the field of organic chemistry, that enable to solve industrial and scientific problems independently and at the professional level;
- according to the studied choice courses has got extended knowledge and skills of instrumental analysis, specific polymers; chemical reactors and methods of their computation; in the field of hydrogen production and storage; assessment of chemicals risks. Show more... Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EVM0070
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
EVM0130
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
A
SK
Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EKM1100
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
E
S
EKM3100
6.0
4.0
4.0
0.0
0.0
E
K
EVM0080
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
E
SK
EVM0090
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
EVM0100
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
E
SK
EVM0110
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
H
SK
EVM0140
6.0
4.0
2.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
RAK0390
9.0
6.0
4.0
0.0
2.0
E
SK
Total: at least 24.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Master's Internship 6.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
Aims
The aim of internship is to afford an opportunity to develop necessary skills and obtain experience when going to the labor market.
Learning outcomes
After completing this module, the student:
- has acquired professional competences;
- is able to work independently and in a team, takes tolerant attitude towards the variety of behaviour and values;
- evaluates the opportunities of their future career. Show more... Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EVM0200
6.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
A
SK
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MODULE: Sustainable Chemistry and Technology Module 42.0 ECTS credits (Special studies)
Aims
The aim of this module is to:
- give systematic overview and
broaden knowledge of the processes of fuel industry and their management; methods of computation in chemical technology;
- develop design skills of technological processes and facilities;
- prepare students for Master thesis compiling and defending. Show more... Learning outcomes
After completing this module, the student:
- relates the development trends and current problems of the chemical industry to the field of its activity;
- describes the fields of sustainable chemical-technological processes;
- chooses and uses appropriate calculation methods and software when solving professional tasks;
- independently prepares a technological process and/or facility project;
- has the knowledge and skills to prepare a master's thesis and to present and interpret the results;
- according to the completed electives, has acquired in-depth knowledge of catalytic processes and/or skills in the field of chemical engineering process calculation methods. Show more... Compulsory courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EVM0210
6.0
2.0
1.0
0.0
1.0
A
SK
EVM0261
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
E
SK
EVM0262
6.0
4.0
3.0
0.0
1.0
E
SK
Elective courses:
Course title
Course code
ECTS credits
Hours per week
Lectures
Practices
Exercises
E/P-F.Ass./ Gr.Ass.
Teaching semester
EVM0160
6.0
4.0
1.0
0.0
3.0
A
SK
EVM0270
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
E
SK
EVM0281
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
H
SK
EVM0282
6.0
4.0
0.0
4.0
0.0
H
SK
EVM0430
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
E
SK
EVM0440
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.5
0.5
E
SK
RAA0830
6.0
4.0
2.0
2.0
0.0
A
SK
Total: at least 24.0 ECTS credits
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MODULE: Free Choice Studies 6.0 ECTS credits (Free choice courses)
Aims
A student has the possibility to choose free choice courses offered by TalTech and/or other institutions of higher education to diversify his/her competences and horizon.
Learning outcomes
After completing this module, the student has acquired knowledge and skills in the area of his/her interest.
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MODULE: Master's Thesis 18.0 ECTS credits (Graduation thesis)
Aims
The aim of writing and defending a Master's Thesis is to use acquired knowledge and skills to prove obtained competences.
Learning outcomes
A student who has written and defended a Master's Thesis:
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has acquired additional knowledge and skills to solve a specific professional technological or scientific problem and presented them in a summary in the master's thesis;
- uses the knowledge acquired within the curriculum in formulating problems, planning and conducting relevant research and drawing conclusions from the collected data;
- uses and analyzes literature related to the chosen topic, including literature in foreign languages;
- knows how to independently and creatively recognize and formulate technological problems and/or research questions related to the field of study and is able to solve them within given time frames and with methods appropriate to the conditions of limited information;
- expresses himself correctly in Estonian and English, both in writing and orally, and defends the positions presented in the master's thesis in an academic discussion. Show more...
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STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn daytime study
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STANDARD STUDY PLAN: Autumn session-based study
