KF2070 Pulp and Paper Processes, Minor Course 6.0 credits

Lectures

Production of papermaking pulps according to different methods (mechanical and chemical) from different wood materials, including wood properties and wood handling. Evaluation of pulp properties and the effects of process conditions. Chemical recovery systems and equipment.

The flow sheet in papermaking systems, retention chemistry and the processes for stock preparation, forming, pressing, drying, calendaring and coating.

After completed course the student should be able to:

• Give a description of the equipment and processes used in pulp and paper production and the methods for pulp property evaluation
• Define and assess pulps with respect to the properties of the end-product
• Evaluate the impact of process changes on the economy of the pulp and paper production
• Summarise scientific information obtained both from published literature and from own results and present it orally and in written reports

Pulp Technology The Ljungberg Textbook

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Active participation in all compulsory activities as specified in Course information.

Mikael Lindström

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.