| Module Title |
Nanotechnology & Surface Analysis |
| Module Code |
PHY1061 (ITS: PS413) |
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Faculty |
Physical Sciences |
School |
Science & Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This module provides an introductory overview of the emerging field of nanometer scale science and technology. This includes: an understanding of relevant basic scientific principles underpinning nanotechnology; an appreciation of some important nanomaterials and their growth, characterization and applications; an appreciation of relevant tools and processes for measuring and characterizing nanosize objects.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Apply the principles of quantum mechanics to nanostructures and devices.
2. Discuss the role of both hard and soft materials in nanotechnology.
3. Categorise top-down and bottom-up approaches to nanotechnology
4. Explain the principles of microscopy on the nanoscale.
5. Describe experimental methods for the characterisation of nanoscale materials.
6. Source research articles on a particular topic and explain the work presented.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Online activity | 25 | Interactive online content including formative assessment, partially replacing lectures | | Lecture | 15 | Parts of the module content is presented in regular lectures | | Assignment Completion | 12 | Summative timed Loop Quizzes (2h every 2nd week) | | Assignment Completion | 5 | Keeping a reflective journal on module progress | | Tutorial | 4 | In-class tutorial sessions to address student questions on lecture and online material, reviewing CA quizzes and going through past exam questions | | Workshop | 3 | Lab visits and topical workshops | | Seminars | 2 | Research presentation by PhD students to the undergaduate class | | Independent Study | 54 | Revising all teaching material, optional reading, preparation for CA quizzes |
| Total Workload: 120 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 20901 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Karsten Fleischer | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Reflective journal | Students customise there course content by selecting part of the module content (content and timing). The journal will ask to note down why they choose certain course material over others and help identifying their interest in aspects of Nanotechnology | 5% | Other | | Completion of online activity | Some course content is delivered via self-guided online workbooks with embedded formative quizzes. Completion of this material will be monitored and be part of the grade. | 10% | Every Week | | Loop Quiz | Lecture material as well as Mandatory Online material will be regularly (every second week) examined in Lop quizzes with variations of MCQ and numerical questions. | 20% | Every Second Week | | Assignment | One specific assignment will ask to review a research article chosen by the student and concisely summarise it given specific attention to the type of synthesis paradigm. | 5% | Week 21 | | Formal Examination | End-of-Semester Final Examination | 60% | End-of-Semester |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Prerequisite physics background
Review of (i) elementary quantum mechanics; (ii) elementary statistical physics;(iii) essentials of solid state physics
Synthesis and fabrication of nanomaterials
Description of MBE, CVD, lithography, pattern transfer, chemical methods, etc.
Discussion of growth mechanisms and stability of nanomaterials
A survey of known nanomaterials and nanostructures including: nanocrystals, fullerenes, carbon nanotube, semiconductor nanorods, nanocables, quantum wells, quantum dots, quantum wires, superlattices.
Physical properties at the nanoscale
The effects of quantum confinement on optical and magnetic properties, tunneling phenomena, Coulomb blockade.
Transport at the nanoscale
(i)Time and length scales of electrons in solids
(ii) Statistics of electrons in solids and nanostructures
(iii) Density of states of electrons in nanostructures
(iv) Electron transport in nanostructures
Measurement techniques at the nanoscale
(i) Scanning probes, (ii) Electron microscopy,(iii) Optical and electron spectroscopies (iv) Underlying vacuum technology
Special topics in nanoscale science and technology
Student choice, Topics selected from:
(i)Nanoelectronics; (ii)Photonic crystals and nanophotonics; (iii)Nano electromechanical systems (NEMS); (iv) Spintronics, (v)Nanomagnetics, (vi)Quantum Computation; (vii) Biotechnology.
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- B. Rogers, S. Pennathur, J. Adams: 2008, Nanotechnology: Understanding small systems, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis Group, 9780849382079
- V.V.Mitin, V.A. Kochelap and M.A. Stroscio: 2008, Introduction to nanoelectronics, 1, Cambridge University Press, 9780521881722
- A. De Stefanis and A.A.G. Tomlinson.: 0, Scanning probe microscopies : from surface structure to nano-scale engineering.,
- R. Saito, G. Dresselhaus, M.S. Dresselhaus: 0, Physical Properties of Carbon Nanotubes,
- C.P. Poole and F. J. Owen: 2003, Introduction to Nanotechnology,, Wiley Interscience,
Articles:
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Other Resources
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