Spring 2003

14:150:330  Introduction to Nanomaterials Science and Engineering

Registration Index# 53097

Tuesday/Friday 8:10-9:30AM

SEC 206

Coordinator:  Lisa C. Klein, x5-2096, licklein@rci.rutgers.edu

Prerequisite:     Completion of 60 credits in Engineering, Chemistry or

Physics Programs

      Nanotechnology involves behavior and control of materials and processes at the atomic and molecular levels.  This interdisciplinary course introduces the student to the theoretical basis, synthetic processes and experimental techniques for nanomaterials.  This course is the introduction to 3 advanced courses in (1) Photonic, Electronic and Magnetic Applications of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures, (2) Structural, Mechanical and Chemical Applications, and (3) Biological Applications. The advanced courses, along with an accompanying laboratory, will be offered in subsequent semesters (Fall, 2003/ Spring 2004).  Students interested in nanomaterials science and engineering should take this Introduction first, and then choose 1 or more of the advanced courses.

Topics:

1.    Synthesis of nanomaterials, clusters, particles, fullerenes.

2.    Synthesis methods, vapor phase, liquid phase, aerosols, laser methods.

3.    Nanofabrication, lithography, thin film, e-beam deposition.

4.    Consolidation

5.    Characterization, scattering, diffraction, atomic force microscopy.

6.    Properties and Applications.

Grading:

Group project/presentation 20%; in-class tests 40%; homeworks 20%; final exam 20%.

Text:

Nanomaterials:  Synthesis, Properties and Applications, ed. A. S. Edelstein and R. C. Cammarata, IoP (UK), 1996.

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