DECARBONIZATION STRATEGIES IN METALLURGICAL PROCESSES

Hydrometallurgy is vital for the green transition and the growing production and need for critical metals. In hydrometallurgy, metals are produced with the help of liquids instead of high temperatures, this approach requires less energy and can be used on complex materials. The course provides knowledge about hydrometallurgical processes used for the extraction and recovery of metals from various primary and secondary raw materials. It focuses on the theory behind unit operations such as leaching, separation, and metal recovery, as well as environmental management of waste products. The content is delivered through online-accessible lectures, interactive seminars, guest lectures, and laboratory exercises. Through quizzes, assignments, and presentations, students are trained to apply theoretical principles and understand the technological environmental challenges in the field. The course is designed to enable studies besides daily work. Study hoursHydrometallurgy is vital for the green transition and the growing production and need for critical metals. In hydrometallurgy, metals are produced with the help of liquids instead of high temperatures, this approach requires less energy and can be used on complex materials. The course provides knowledge about hydrometallurgical processes used for the extraction and recovery of metals from various primary and secondary raw materials. It focuses on the theory behind unit operations such as leaching, separation, and metal recovery, as well as environmental management of waste products. The content is delivered through online-accessible lectures, interactive seminars, guest lectures, and laboratory exercises. Through quizzes, assignments, and presentations, students are trained to apply theoretical principles and understand the technological environmental challenges in the field. The course is designed to enable studies besides daily work. SeminarsSeminar lab: December 10th 2025 at 16:00-18:00 Seminar assignments: January 14th 2026 at 16:00-18:00 Entry reqirements180 credits in science/technology, including a basic course in chemistry of 7.5 credits (e.g. Chemical Principles, K0016K). Good knowledge of English, equivalent to English 6 or equivalent real competence gained through practical experience. Target groupProfessionals in industry, academia or institute, everyone that fulfills the criteria is welcome but the course is created for further education.

This course has an English version. Look for course with title "Why choose wood for the next high rise building?" KursbeskrivningOlika typer av biomaterial (t.ex. trä) är mycket viktiga i utmaningen att avkarbonisera byggmiljön och minska koldioxidavtrycket för byggnader och infrastruktur genom att ersätta material som stål och cement som har höga koldioxidutsläpp. Samtidigt får vi inte glömma bort att biologisk mångfald, natur och sociala värden i våra skogar är viktigt att behålla samtidigt som skogsbruk bedrivs. I kursens 13 moduler tas skogsbrukets kretslopp upp inklusive avverkningsmetoder, biologisk mångfald, skogsskötsel, logistik, skogens roll i klimatomställningen, kolinlagring, miljöfördelar med att bygga flervåningshus i trä mm. Syftet är att ni som deltar i kursen ska få en gemensam förståelse av det svenska skogsbruket för att ni sen ska kunna fatta välgrundade beslut om materialval vid nästa byggprojekt. KursperiodKursen kommer att vara aktiv under 3 år. InnehållSkogshistoria: Skogens nyttjande i Sverige genom historienSkogsbruksmetoder och skogsskötselSkogsföryngringVirkets egenskaperMätning av skog och virkeSkogsträdsförädling: nutid och framtidSkogens kolbalans och klimatetAffärsmodeller och marknadsutveckling: Fokus flervåningshus med trästommarNaturvård och biologisk mångfald i skogen Kursens uppläggKursen är helt digital med förinspelade föreläsningar. Du kan delta i kursen i din egen takt. Modulerna avslutas med quiz där du kan testa hur mycket du har lärt dig. Du kommer få kunskap omEfter avslutad kurs kommer du att ha lärt dig mer om olika skogliga begrepp, förvärvat kunskap om skogens nyttjande i Sverige genom historien, ökat dina kunskaper om skogsskötsel och hur olika skogsskötselmetoder påverkar den biologiska mångfalden i skogen, lärt dig om skogsbrukets kretslopp – från föryngring till slutavverkning mm. Vem vänder sig kursen till?Den här kursen är tänkt för dig som är yrkesverksam arkiktekt, anställd på kommun som arbetar med stadsplanering och byggande, verksam i bygg- och anläggningsbranschen samt verksam i andra relaterade yrken. Detta är en introduktionskurs och kommer att bidra till en kompetenshöjning i hela byggsektorns ekosystem vilket ökar branschens internationella konkurrenskraft, samtidigt som det ger viktiga förutsättningar för utvecklingen av framtidens hållbara, vackra och inkluderande städer. Eftersom kursen är öppen för alla hoppas vi att fler grupper, exempelvis studenter, doktorander, skogsägare och andra med skogsintresse tar kursen, tar del av inspirerande föreläsningar där vetenskaplig kunskap som producerats huvudsakligen inom SLU presenteras.För mer information kontakta kurskoordinator dimitris.athanassiadis@slu.se  

Digital säkerhet, cybersäkerhet, är en nödvändighet för en fungerande samhällskritisk infrastruktur, såsom elsystem, vattenrening, trafik och sjukvård. Detta blir speciellt tydligt då vi går mot en grön omställning av vårt samhälle, då just samhällskritiska funktioner måste fungera och digitalisering av samhällskritiska funktioner ökar, för att vi ska kunna effektivisera olika verksamheter. Och med det följer att cybersäkra lösningar är ett måste, så att samhället och dess medborgare inte drabbas av digitala intrång. I denna kurs kommer exempel tas upp från olika samhällskritiska funktioner, med fokus på elsystemet. Digitala lösningar kommer att behandlas, samt metoder och modeller för cybersäkra system. Innehåll Samhällskritiska system Sveriges och Nordens elsystem Styrning och övervakning av elsystem Analys av digitala lösningar för elsystem Informationssäkerhetsbegrepp: konfidentialitet, riktighet och tillgänglighet; spårbarhet. Internationell ISO/IEC standardisering Omvärldsanalys Kursens upplägg Allt sker digital på distans, genom Zoom/motsvarande. Föreläsningar – kommer inte att spelas in – varvas med seminarier där olika frågeställningar behandlas i dialog med deltagarna. Undervisningen sker på svenska. Kurstillfällen: Digitalt, sex eftermiddagar á 3 timmar enligt: Tisdag 20 jan 2026, kl. 1315-1600Torsdag 22 jan, kl. 1315-1600 Tisdag 27 jan, kl. 1315-1600Onsdag 28 jan, kl. 1315-1600 Onsdag 4 feb, kl. 1315-1600Torsdag 5 feb, kl. 1315-1600 Kursen tar ca 80h att genomföra. Du kommer få kunskap om Efter kursen ska du ha fått en ökad förståelse för behovet av säkra digitala lösningar samt en bättre medvetenhet (”awareness”) om digitala sårbarheter. Kursen behandlar metoder och verktyg för att stärka en cybersäker miljö, med fokus på samhällskritiska elinfrastrukturer. Vem vänder sig kursen till? Kursen vänder sig till dig som arbetar inom någon samhällskritisk funktion, såsom elbolag, trafikverk, vattenreningsverk eller sjukvårdssystem. Du ska ha en teknisk bakgrund, med kunskap om ditt område där du är verksam. 

The EU’s circular economy strategy increases the need for expertise in the use of sustainable and recycled materials. This course provides tools and knowledge for the use of sustainable materials, development towards sustainability of existing materials, recycled and upcycled materials and how they contribute to the green transition through reduced energy consumption, longer lifespan, reduced costs, reduced waste volumes, better user-friendliness and opportunities for social entrepreneurship. The course will give you the opportunity to work on your own project in your own context and include different creative and practical tools. Course content Part 1: Introduction to the Circular Economy Part 2: Design for Recycling Part 3: Use of Recycled Materials Part 4: Substitution with Sustainable Alternatives Part 5: Conditions for Circular Systems and Economies Course design Open online course with pre-recorded lectures, interview and workshops, with reading, reflection and creative assignments. Self-paced, start and finish when you want to. This course takes about 80 hours to complete. You will learn How circular economy, material flows and sustainable materials can be understood in a broader sustainability context. Using various tools and models to analyze and improve material flows and product design. Practically apply and implement the knowledge in the course to their own business or a chosen project. Who is the course for? The course is aimed at professionals in industry, waste management, construction, material production, product development, recycling solutions, local and regional government, design and different creative professions. It is also open to students on all levels and participants without an academic background who want to deepen their knowledge in circular economy and sustainable material choices.

Virtual commissioning (VC) is a technique used in the field of automation and control engineering to simulate and test a system's control software and hardware in a virtual environment before it is physically implemented. The aim is to identify and correct any issues or errors in the system before deployment, reducing the risk of downtime, safety hazards, and costly rework. The virtual commissioning process typically involves creating a digital twin of the system being developed, which is a virtual representation of the system that mirrors its physical behaviour. The digital twin includes all the necessary models of the system's components, such as sensors, actuators, controllers, and interfaces, as well as the control software that will be running on the real system. Once the digital twin is created, it can be tested and optimized in a virtual environment to ensure that it behaves correctly under various conditions. The benefits of using VC include reduced project costs, shortened development time, improved system quality and reliability, and increased safety for both operators and equipment. By detecting and resolving potential issues in the virtual environment, engineers can avoid costly and time-consuming physical testing and debugging, which can significantly reduce project costs and time to market. The course includes different modules, each with its own specific role in the process. Together, the modules create a comprehensive virtual commissioning process that makes it possible to test and validate control systems and production processes in a simulated environment before implementing them in the real world. Modeling and simulation: This module involves creating a virtual model of the system using simulation software. The model includes all the equipment, control systems, and processes involved in the production process. Control system integration: This module involves integrating the digital twin with the control system, allowing engineers to test and validate the system's performance. Virtual sensors and actuators: This module involves creating virtual sensors and actuators that mimic the behavior of the physical equipment. This allows engineers to test the control system's response to different scenarios and optimize its performance. Scenario testing: This module involves simulating different scenarios, such as equipment failures, power outages, or changes in production requirements, to test the system's response. Data analysis and optimization: This module involves analyzing data from the virtual commissioning process to identify any issues or inefficiencies in the system. Engineers can then optimize the system's performance and ensure that it is safe and reliable. Expected outcomes Describe the use of digital twins for virtual commissioning process. Develop a simulation model of a production system using a systems perspective and make a plan for data collection and analysis. Plan different scenarios for the improvement of a production process. Analyze data from the virtual commissioning process to identify any issues or inefficiencies in the system and then optimize the system's performance. Needs in the industry Example battery production: Battery behaviors are changing over time. To innovate at speed and scale, testing and improving real-world battery phenomena throughout its lifecycle is necessary. Virtual commissioning / modeling-based approaches like digital twin can provide us with accurate real-life battery behaviors and properties, improving energy density, charging speed, lifetime performance and battery safety. Faster innovation (NPI) Lower physical prototypes Shorter manufacturing cycle time Rapid testing of new battery chemistry and materials to reduce physical experiments Thermal performance and safety It’s not just about modelling and simulating the product, but also validating processes from start to finish in a single environment for digital continuity. Suggested target groups Industry personnel Early career engineers involved in commissioning and simulation projects Design engineers (to simulate their designs at an early stage in a virtual environment to reduce errors) New product introduction engineers Data engineers Production engineers Process engineers (mediators between design and commissioning) Simulation engineers Controls engineer System Integration  

Learn the fundamentals of electromobility in this flexible, teacher-led online course designed for engineers and professionals who want to build a solid understanding of electromobility. Learning Electromobility is a live, teacher-led online course developed by the Swedish Electromobility Centre in collaboration with five leading Swedish universities. Designed for engineers and professionals in the transport and energy sectors, the course supports lifelong learning by offering in-depth knowledge of the technologies and systems that underpin the transition to electric mobility. Spanning ten weeks and divided into five specialised modules, the course covers both personal electric vehicles and electric trucks, ensuring a broad and practical understanding of the entire electromobility ecosystem. You can choose which modules to attend, allowing for a tailored learning experience based on your interests and professional needs. Each module includes preparatory materials, three interactive teaching sessions, and assignments that reinforce learning through real-world applications. When you have completed a module, you will receive a certificate indicating your achievments. The course is administered by Linköping University, which provides the learning platform used in the course. Content The course is divided into five modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of electromobility. Below is a brief overview of the modules: Module 1: EV Energy Management and ControlUnderstand how energy is consumed and managed in electric vehicles. Learn modeling, simulation, and control strategies like Equivalent Consumption Minimization Strategy and dynamic programming. Module 2: Electric Drives and ChargingExplore electric motors, power electronics, and charging systems. Includes design studies and simulation tools for powertrains and infrastructure. Module 3: EV Energy StorageDive into batteries and fuel cells, from electrochemistry to integration and safety. Covers Li-ion, Na-ion, and next-gen storage technologies. Module 4: EV SustainabilityExamine the environmental and societal impacts of EVs. Topics include life cycle analysis, battery recycling, how logistics systems need to be adapted, and how adjusted business models can be made to fit with electrification. Module 5: EV Charging Infrastructure and Grid InteractionLearn about the Swedish power system, smart charging, V2G, and how EVs interact with the grid. Includes economic and regulatory perspectives. Course structure Choose from 5 independent modules, 2 weeks each. There are 3 live sessions per module, 120 minutes each. Each module will have the following timeslots for the session: Monday and Thursday module week 1, Wednesday module week 2. Each session will be between 13:00-15:00, except the very first session that will be between 13:00-16:00, since it includes an introduction to the course. You will learn General learning outcomes for the course: Explain the key technologies and principles underlying electric vehicles, including energy storage, electric drives, and vehicle energy management. Analyze the technical, economic, and environmental impacts of electric vehicle systems across their lifecycle, including integration with the power grid. Evaluate solutions for sustainable electromobility by applying systems thinking to vehicle design, energy usage, charging infrastructure, and societal adaptation. Who is this course for? This course is designed for professionals in the engineering and technology sectors. This course is developed jointly by Chalmers University of Technology, KTH, Linköping University, Lund university and Uppsala University.