AIMS AND CONTENT

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

In more detail, the learning objectives for this module are:

• To provide students with a general understanding of the 12 principles of green chemistry;

• To provide students with basic knowledge of green chemistry indicators;

• To develop students' understanding of catalysts and issues related to waste;

• To provide students with a general understanding of the main techniques in green chemistry.

The learning outcomes are:

• To know the 12 principles of green chemistry;

• To recognize and explain the different techniques of green chemistry;

• To apply and compare green chemistry indicators;

• To classify the various types of catalysis for biomass valorization.

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures with slide presentations, thematic seminars on specific topics, and practical laboratory experience focusing on the molecular structure and the properties of polymeric materials.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

Introduction and Green Chemistry Metrics:

• 12 principles of green chemistry;

• Importance of different types of waste;

• Recycling of plastic materials and cans;

• Green chemistry metrics.

Biomass and Sustainable Technologies:

• Catalysis for biomass valorization;

• New green technologies;

• Platform molecules;

• Polymers from biomass.

Laboratory Experience:

• Synthesis of polyaspartic acid.

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Green Chemistry: An Introductory Text

By Mike Lancaster

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/9781839168888

Hardback ISBN: 978-1-78262-294-9

PDF ISBN: 978-1-83916-888-8

EPUB ISBN: 978-1-83916-294-7

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

To be defined, aroud the 20th of February 2026. For more info please visit: https://corsi.unige.it/en/info/studenti-calendario

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The oral exam consists of a discussion covering the topics addressed during the theoretical lectures and the experimental laboratory activities. 

For students with disabilities or with SLD, the assessment method will comply with the UNIGE rules summarized in https://unige.it/disabilita-dsa.

In case of emergency and only according to specific indications by the University of Genoa, the assessment method for the exam might be changed, including the possibility of an online procedure.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Aim of the exam and assessment methods

The aim of the exam is to verify the achievement of the intended learning objectives both for the theoretical and labs topics. During the laboratory classes, teachers will assess the extent of students' participation and their capability in conducting experimental work. The oral exam will ascertain whether the student has attained an adequate level of knowledge on the discussed topics.

The effective attainment of the expected learning outcomes shall be assessed by evaluating the following aspects:

- Ability to know and recognize the topics covered during the teaching.

- Quality of dissertation.

- Correct use of the specialised lexicon.

If these objectives are not met, the student will be encouraged to further study the topics and attempt the exam again.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please contact the docent for further information not included in the course description.