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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2018 - 2019
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Description The purpose of this module is to present the fundamental principles of partially ionised, chemically active plasma discharges and their use in surface processing and other industrial applications. Introduce plasma behaviour by drawing on examples from nature and by pointing out specific plasma properties which are useful in technological applications. Provide an introduction to plasma measurement techniques and to the basic interactions between plasmas and surfaces. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Develop and articulate an understanding of knowledge at the forefront of research both qualitatively, and, where appropriate, quantitatively, of the distinguishing features of a plasma. 2. Demonstrate the ability to identify the critical plasma parameters pertaining to industrial plasmas. 3. Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the importance of plasmas in industry. 4. Demonstrate the knowledge required to identify the requirements for plasma generation and characterisation. 5. Demonstrate the ability to apply physical principles in order to solve written numerical problems. 6. Demonstrate the ability to communicate the concepts, methods and ideas studied in this module with their peers via online discussion groups. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Learning Activities Indicative SyllabusDefinition of a plasma: Relevant concepts from gas (kinetic) theory. Charged particle interactions. Collective phenomena and Debye shielding. Ambipolar diffusion and plasma sheaths. Plasma chemistry: Collisions and cross sections. Plasma composition. Plasma generation: Non-equilibrium and energy transport. Plasma formation and decay. Plasma properties: Particle and energy balance. Scaling laws. Industrial applications: Discussion of certain applications, and the properties of plasma that are most relevant to those applications. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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