515.417 - Nanomaterials Course Homepage
Instructor Information
Jennifer Sample
Work Phone: (443) 778-0283Home Phone: (301) 564-6329
Dajie Zhang
Course Information
Course Description
This course will take an in-depth look at nanomaterials discussed in Introduction to Nanotechnology. However, this course stands alone with no prerequisite. Theory and concepts of nanomaterials will be covered, including the chemistry and physics of nanomaterials. The course will also focus on major classes of nanomaterials, includingcarbon nanotubes, nanostructured materials, nanowires, nanoparticles, nanoclays, and other nanomaterials. Applications of nanomaterials to technology areas of interest to the class will also be discussed.
Course Goal
To foster a detailed understanding of various types of nanomaterials by composition and physical properties.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, students should understand:
- Biologically-templated nanomaterials
- Surface science of nanomaterials
- Nanomaterials used in nanoelectronics
- Biomimicry at the nanoscale
- Polymers as nanomaterials
- Magnetism at the nanoscale
- Properties of ceramic nanomaterials
- Nanocomposites
- Characterization at the nanoscale, especially mechanical
When This Course is Typically Offered
This course is typically offered each spring, either at the Dorsey Center or at APL.
Syllabus
Topics Covered
- A brief introduction to Nanotechnology
- Nanoscale surface properties
- Polymeric nanomaterials
- Magnetic nanomaterials
- Biological nanomaterials
- Nanoceramics
- Nanoelectronic materials
- Nanoscale characterization
- Nanocomposites
Student Assessment Criteria
| Exam 1 | 30% |
| Exam 2 | 35% |
| Student Presentation | 35% |
We will provide learning objectives for each lecture which will also serve as a study guide. Homework will sometimes be assigned and occasionally collected as part of the Exam. We will be available for detailed questions by email and before and after class, in addition to during class.
Computer and Technical Requirements
Microsoft Powerpoint will be useful for the presentation.
Participation Expectations
Students are expected to research a individual topic of interest and share it with the class via presentation. Instruction on accessing available library resources from home will be provided.
Textbooks
Textbook information for this course is available online through the MBS Direct Virtual Bookstore.
Course Notes
There are notes for this course.
Final Words from the Instructor
Instructor notes will be provided before each lecture. Textbooks are not required but we will make recommendations if you are interested in purchasing a textbook.
(Last Modified: 01-29-2009 at 10:33:07 AM)