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Offerings
MURDOCH-S1-EXT-2018-2022
MURDOCH-S1-INT-2018-2022
Requisites
Prerequisite
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Learning activities
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Learning outcomes
1.
Provide you with in-depth knowledge of the fundamentals of Nanotechnology/Nanoscience
2.
Understand the concept of nanoparticles and nanostructured materials, and the fundamental properties associated with such materials.
3.
Understand the techniques used to characterise nanoparticles of various materials.
4.
Develop skills that enable the students to evaluate potential application of synthesised nanomaterials in industry.
Assessments
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Additional information
Unit content:At the end of this unit you should be able to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of
· Unit Introduction and Solid State Materials
· Properties of Nanoparticles
· Carbon Nanotubes and Carbon Nanoparticles
· Nanostructured Materials and Nanocomposites
· Nanophotonics and Quantum Wells, Wires, and Dots
· Nanopolymer
· Nanobiology and Nanomedicine
· Nano-Characterisation I
Part I: SEM, TEM, AFM, and STM
· Nano-Characterisation II:
Part II: XPS, FTIR, XRD, UV-Vis and Others
· Nanoparticles Synthesis: Reverse Micelle and Sonochemistry
Nanomaterials Synthesis: CVD and other nanosynthesis methods
Other notes:Students who have completed previous physics not listed in the prerequisites above should consult the Academic Chair for clarification of their enrolment.