phy4ssc surface science
SURFACE SCIENCE
PHY4SSC
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Characterisation of solid material surfaces and surface layers, preparation of clean solid surfaces for analysis, thermal treatment, ion etching, adsorption, description and adsorption isotherm models (Langmuir et al.) surface structural techniques, LEED (Low Energy Electron Diffraction), STM (Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy), AFM (Atom Force Microscopy), EXAFS (Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure), surface analytical techniques, XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy), SIMS (Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry), AES (Auger Electron Spectroscopy), NEXAFS (Near Edge), SEXAFS (Surface), atomic electron binding energies in materials and surfaces, Hartree-Fock methods of calculation of core level binding energy of electrons, laboratory and synchrotron photon sources for performing surface analysis, introductory XPS techniques, spectral analysis in XPS including multiplet splitting, shake-up-off, angle resolved effects and photoelectron diffraction.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGrant van Riessen
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Acceptance into an honours or masters program (PSMSC) or (SMNT) or (SZHSN) in the Department of Physics, or approval of Department of Physics postgraduate co-ordinator
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PHY4HNA, PHY4HNB
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Auger and X-ray Photoelectron spectroscopy: Practical surface analysis | Prescribed | Briggs, D, and Seah, M. P, 1995 | JOHN WILEY AND SONS |
| Readings | Modern techniques of surface science | Prescribed | Woodruff, D. P, and Delchar. | T. A, CAMBRIDGE UP 1988. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically review the published scientific literature regarding a given current topic in surface science. Convey the findings in an appropriate manner via a written report and a verbal presentation. Answer spontaneous verbal queries about the findings in the manner of an oral defence.
- Activities:
- One essay and related presentation (equivalent to 1500 words + 15 minute presentation)
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Describe and explain, in appropriate written style, the operation and function of key surface science instrumentation and software.
- Activities:
- Three practical laboratory reports and tutorial problem sets (each equivalent to 1500 words).
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Summarise, interpret and analyse data acquired during demonstrations of surface science laboratory experiments in order to demonstrate competence in data analysis and present the analyses in a written report.
- Activities:
- Three practical laboratory reports and tutorial problem sets (each equivalent to 1500 words).
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Quantitative Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGrant van Riessen
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Nine 4.0 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 3-hour examination | Students must pass the laboratory and tutorial component to pass the unit. | 60 | 02 |
| practical laboratory reports and tutorial problem sets (equivalent to 1500 words). | 40 | 01, 03 |