phy5nfa adv nanomaterials
ADVANCED NANOMATERIALS AND FABRICATION
PHY5NFA
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will study many aspects of the structure and function of nanomaterials and small scale devices, together with contemporary fabrication techniques. Subject themes include: (a) nanomaterials synthesis and applications, and nanowires, (b) quantum effects in nanostructured materials, layered semiconductors and devices, (c) nanostructured interfaces and small scale devices, examining the "top-down" approach to fabrication, (d) introductory concepts in microfabrication, (e) MEMS and NEMS, (f) advanced lithographic techniques including photolithography, electron beam lithography, interference lithography, micro-contact printing and nano imprint lithography.
FacultyFaculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorBrian Abbey
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Enrolment in a Master of Nanotechnology single or double degree, or approval of Department of Physics postgraduate co-ordinator.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PHY3SCA, PHY3SCB, PHY3NMF
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
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Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorBrian Abbey
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Four 6.0 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"This may involve collaboration with external facilities."
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| 3-hr exam comprising short-answer questions | 40 | |
| 4 written reports (1000 words each) on laboratory activities. | 50 | |
| Written report on research problem (3000 words) | 10 |