COURSE OBJECTIVE
Understanding the basic concepts of nanotechnology. Understanding the specific properties of nanomaterials. Gaining insight into selected areas of nanotechnology. Introduction to the most important types of nanomaterials and nanoproducts as well as its applications. Awareness of the sociological aspects of nanotechnology.
COURSE IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM
Introduction. Terms and definitions. History of nanotechnology. Nanoscale phenomena, quantum effects, quantum confinement, tunneling effect, surface - to - volume ratio, forces and motion at nanoscale, nanoparticle structure. Nanoscale properties. Electrical properties, conductivity. Optical properties, quantum dots, surface plasmon resonance, optical properties of nanostructured surfaces. Magnetic properties, superparamagnetism, giant magnetoresistance. Thermal properties, heat capacity, thermal conductivity. Mechanical properties, Hall-Petch effect. Chemical properties, reactivity, corrosion, catalytic properties, toxicity, environmental impact. Surface properties. Lotus effect. Nanoobjects. Structure, properties and application of some nanoobjects (carbon nanoobjects, quantum dots, quantum wires. Nanobiotechnology. Nanoobjects in nanobiotechnology. Nanobiosensors. Drug delivery using nanoobjects. Molecular and cellular imaging with nanoobjects. tunneling diode, single-electron transistors Molecular electronic devices Quantum cellular automata. Organic light emitting diode Trends in nanotechnology Nanomaterials, smart materials, ageless materials Nanoproducts in industrial technology, medicine, electronics, environmental protection, other nanoproducts Sociological acceptability of nanomaterials, risks of nanotechnology, health, environment, economy, society, potential of nanotechnology, future of nanotechnology.
DEVELOPING GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS
Understanding of ideas, concepts and techniques in the field of nanotechnology. Describing certain properties of materials and understanding the reasons for changing the properties of materials that occur at the nanoscale. Explaining some specific applications of nanotechnology. Awareness of sociological aspects of nanotechnology, risks and ethical issues in the field of nanotechnology. Perception of nanotechnology potential.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Explain certain properties of materials and understand the reasons for change of the properties of materials on a nano-scale
2. Compare and critically evaluate ideas, concepts and techniques in the field of nanotechnology
3. Explain the relationship between the structure and properties of nanoobjects and integrated nanosystems
4. Identify current limitations in the development of nanomaterials and ethical scruples emerging in the field of nanotechnology
5. Demonstrate communication skills and the ability to think critically and define ways and opportunities for further education
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