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2026-2027 Catalog

NANO 202 - Characterization and Testing of Nanotechnology Structures and Materials


PROGRAM: Nanotechnology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course examines a variety of techniques and measurements essential for identification and analysis of material properties, and for controlling material fabrication. Characterization includes electrical, optical, physical, and chemical approaches, with a focus on scanning probe and electron microscopy techniques. The characterization experience will include hands-on use of tools such as the Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Contact Angle Goniometer.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Perform basic characterization techniques.
  2. Understand common spectroscopic measurements.
  3. Perform electron microscopy imaging.
  4. Perform Advanced Scanning Probe Microscopy imaging.
  5. Perform Surface Analysis.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Process Control: Scanning Probe Microscopy Tools
  • Process Control: Contact Mode Atomic Force Microscopy
  • Process Control: Intermittent Mode & Non-Contact Mode AFM
  • Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
  • Scanning Electron Microscopy
  • Transmission Electron Microscopy
  • Introduction to FESEM

 
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