COURSE OBJECTIVES
Adoption of basic concepts of nanomaterials and nanotechnology. Acquiring knowledge about the properties of nanomaterials. Introduction to methods of preparation and characterization of nanomaterials. Introduction to the most important types and applications of nanomaterials. Issues of the relationship between nanotechnology and society.
COURSE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Concepts of nanoscience and nanotechnology. History of nanotechnology, Social acceptability of nanomaterials. Risks of nanotechnology. The future of nanotechnology.
Nano-level phenomena: quantum effects, surface-to-volume ratio, dominance of electromagnetic forces.
Properties of nanomaterials: physical, mechanical, chemical, optical, electrical, magnetic. Tunneling effect, quantum confinement, quantum dots, nanostructure, magic numbers. Hall-Petch effect, superparamagnetism, giant magnetoresistance, lotus effect.
Characterization of nanomaterials. Scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscope, scanning tunneling microscope, atomic force microscope.
Nanomanufacturing: top-down principle: photolithography, soft lithography, microcontact printing, nano-printing lithography, dip-pen nanolithography, high-energy grinding, PVD, CVD.
Nanomanufacturing: bottom-up principle: precipitation, crystallization, colloids, stabilization of colloidal solutions, solid suspensions, self-assembly, micelles, thin films, self-assembled monolayers, dendrimers, super-cells, sol-gel method. Nanomanipulation, contact and non-contact nanomanipulation. Nanomanipulation agents.
Metal and ceramic nanoparticles, nanofibers, nanolayers, aerogels, nanostructured materials.
Trends in nanotechnology: Nanomaterials (nanostructured materials, smart materials, ageless materials), nanoproducts (electronics, medicine, environment, industrial technology). Nanorobots. Application potential of nanomaterials.
Carbon nanostructures; Fullerene - formation process, properties, reactivity, potential application; Carbon nanotubes - molecular and supramolecular structure, intrinsic properties, synthesis, purification, modification, application.
Nanobiotechnology - Modification of nanoobjects for application in nanobiotechnology; Biosensors; Drug testing and delivery
Nanoobjects as drug carriers; Application of nanoobjects for optical marking and imaging; Advantages and disadvantages of nanoobjects for in vivo application
Nanolevel electronics and molecular electronics - Enhancements of transistors based on classical technology; Nanoelectronic devices; Molecular electronic devices; Quantum cellular automata; Nanotechnology in other fields of electronics
Polymer nanocomposites: preparation, structure, properties
DEVELOPING GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS
Ability to analyze and synthesize existing theoretical knowledge and its presentation. Knowledge of basic concepts of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Observing the differences in the properties of nanomaterials and macro-materials and understanding the reasons for these differences. Knowledge of how to obtain nanomaterials by the top-down and bottom-up approach. Knowledge of basic methods of nanomaterial characterization. Introduction to trends in nanotechnology.
STUDENT OBLIGATIONS IN TEACHING AND THE MANNER OF THEIR EXECUTION
Attending lectures. Laboratory exercises and written reports. Preparation of a seminar paper.
TEACHING METHODS
Lectures, laboratory exercises, seminars
MANNER OF EXAMINATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXAMINATION
Continuous assessment, written exam
METHOD OF MONITORING THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF COURSES
Student survey
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. argue the reasons for the change in material properties that occur on the nano-scale.
2. critically evaluate ideas, concepts and techniques in the field of nanotechnology
3. argue the advantages and disadvantages of top-down and bottom-up nanomaterial preparation methods
4. integrate knowledge of chemistry and materials engineering in nanotechnologies.
5. connect the structure and properties of nanoobjects and integrated nanosystems
6. analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different methods of characterization at the nano-level,
7. critically judge the limitations in the development of nanomaterials and the ethical dilemmas that arise in the field of nanotechnology.
8. Demonstrate communication skills, the ability to think critically and recognize the need for further learning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES AT PROGRAM LEVEL
1. apply complex chemical principles that upgrade the basic knowledge of chemistry acquired in undergraduate study
2. connect basic facts, concepts, chemical principles and theories related to advanced areas of chemistry and chemical technologies
3. Integrate the knowledge needed to process complex ideas
4. objectively evaluate the results of the work in order to present them concisely
5. use advanced laboratory procedures and instrumentation within chemical synthesis and analysis
6. explain scientific or technical ideas, data and conclusions, using appropriate explanations, in a professional or general environment, in writing or orally
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