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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

A significant portion of the existing scientific knowledge on conversion relies on non-renewable fossil feedstock processing. However, biomass is the sole renewable feedstock. The Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products programme explains how biomass contains the carbon atoms required to form molecules to produce fuels, materials, and chemicals. The Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products training is designed to provide foundational knowledge on bio-catalytic conversions. You will learn about the design of effective catalytic procedures to convert bio-based feedstock into usable outputs. You will also learn about the usage of biocatalysts and how you can tweak them for certain benefits in biobased conversions.

You will also study chemical, biochemical, and microbial conversion routes with the Catalytic Conversions certification online course. Furthermore, you will learn how some conversion procedures are more efficient for a particular reactor. Throughout the course, you will have the chance to interact with scientists, chemists, and other experts from the field for a deeper understanding. Edx offers 2 separate tracks for completion of the course that can be used to opt in and get access either for a limited period or the access may be unlimited. If the students want limited access to the course materials they will have to choose the audit track and if they want unlimited access they can choose the free audit track.

The Highlights

Five-weeks long
Self-directed learning
Video lectures in English
Video transcripts in English
12-16 study hours per week
Advanced Chemistry course
Completion certificate available for purchase
Wageningen University and Research programme

Programme Offerings

Five weeks of training
Free programme access
digital learning
Shareable Certificate
WageningenX programme
video lectures
Paid certification
Self-paced learning
English Transcripts
Industry interactions
Expert instructors

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 12300	yes	Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen

Anyone can access this course free of charge.
If you wish to receive the course certificate, you can purchase it.

Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products fee structure

Training	Fee
Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products programme	NA.
Certification Fee	₹12,300

Eligibility Criteria

Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products is an advanced level course. Therefore, you must have at least a B.Sc level understanding of concepts like process engineering, mathematics, and chemistry; or a B.Sc degree in engineering, applied sciences or technology.

What you will learn

Knowledge of engineering

Near the completion of Catalytic Conversions online course, you will be adept in:

Assessing the positives and negatives of a fossil-based conversion route versus a biobased conversion route
Comprehending, assessing and designing a process based on either bio, hetero or homogeneous catalysts
Explaining successful procedures for the conversion of biobased feedstock into desired products

Admission Details

Step 1 – Click here - https://www.edx.org/course/catalytic-conversions-for-biobased-chemicals-and-p to open the Catalytic Conversions for Biobased Chemicals and Products course page on edX’s official website.

Step 2 – You will find the ‘Enroll’ button at the top of the page. Tap on it to open the registration page.

Step 3 – Enter the requisite details and sign up for an edX account. You can also register by linking an existing Google, Apple, Microsoft or Facebook account of yours.

Step 4 – After completing the registration process, you will see a ‘Congratulations’ message on the dashboard page that confirms your enrollment.

Application Details

Interested candidates can join the Catalytic Conversions online programme without filling any application form. Log on to edX’s website and register for an account to join the course.

The Syllabus

Reactor design
Heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts
Microbial conversions
Aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms
Chemical conversions
Application of mass balances on various kinds of reactors

Selection of a suitable mixed culture or microbe
Synthesis of heterogeneous catalysts
Evaluation of the efficiency of conversion
Techniques to measure the performance of catalysts

Deactivation processes in reaction kinetics
Thermal deactivation

Useful tools for catalyst characterisation
Determination of the limiting factor which affects conversion rate
Enhancing conversion rates in heterogeneous catalysts

Instructors

Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which University offers this course?

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) offers this online course.

2: Who will be the instructors for this programme?

The programme has two expert instructors from Wageningen University & Research, Professors Harry Bitter and Marian Vermue.

3: What are the advantages of the certification?

The Catalytic Conversions certification provides an official and verified credential to add to your LinkedIn and resume to boost your career opportunities.

4: Are there any prerequisites?

Yes. The course is an advanced level course and requires at least BSc level qualification like process engineering, mathematics, applied sciences, and chemistry. Other equivalent qualifications will also do.