Experimental Techniques in Nanoscience

Course Code:

MSN 307

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

2

Theoric:

1

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

2

ECTS:

3

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Taner Akbay

Courses given by:

Taner Akbay

Course Assistants :

Bayram Güneş

Course Objectives:

The main objective of the program is to provide students with the basic concepts and work tools most commonly used in the field of nanoscience, including the use and interpretation of the results of experimental techniques which are usual in nanotechnology research laboratories, topics related to nanomaterials and their applications.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture by instructor, 2: Lecture by instructor with class discussion, 3: Problem solving by instructor, 4: Use of simulations, 5: Problem solving assignment, 6: Reading assignment, 7: Laboratory work, 8: Term research paper, 9: Presentation by guest

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: …

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Detailed Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
To become familiar with terminology related the nano science and nanotechnology	1a	1	A, E
Ability to define up-to-date knowledge of the latest developments in the field of Nanoscience, as well as the activities developed in similar environments of this field.	1a, 1b	1	A, E
Ability to access information from research publications in the field, and critically evaluate their content at a basic level.	1a, 3a, 9b	1, 3, 6	A, E
Ability to define the most fundamental aspects of nanoscience and the most common experimental techniques for research in this field. as well as an in-depth knowledge of, and in some cases a good command in the use of,	1b, 3a	1, 3, 5, 6	A, E

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction, general info on syllabus	Textbook, lecture notes
2	Introduction to basic synthesis strategies such as “top-down” and “bottom-up” approach. Milling and mechanical attrition	Textbook, lecture notes
3	Liquid Phase Synthesis, Hydrolysis (Sol-gel, Hydrothermal reaction)	Textbook, lecture notes
4	Solvent Evaporation (spray drying, freeze drying, emulsion drying)	Textbook, lecture notes
5	Precipitation	Textbook, lecture notes
6	Direct Precipitation, Coprecipitation, Homogeneous Precipitation	Textbook, lecture notes
7	Gas Phase Synthesis, Laser evaporation, Flame, Plasma	Textbook, lecture notes
8	Inert Gas Condensation	Textbook, lecture notes
9	Midterm
10	Thin Film Growth (CVD, MBE, Sputtering,..)	Textbook, lecture notes
11	Thin Film Growth (Plasma, laser ablation,..)	Textbook, lecture notes
12	Green Synthesis	Textbook, lecture notes
13	Synthesis using organism	Textbook, lecture notes
14	Synthesis using organism	Textbook, lecture notes
15	Final

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Phase Diagrams: Understanding the Basics, F. C. Campbell, 2012

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Textbook and lecture notes
Assignments	Homeworks
Exams	Exams and solutions

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Midterm	1	30
Homework	4	30

Total		60
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes	check √
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,	√
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.	√
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result	√
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice	√
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration	14	2	28
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	4	56
Midterm Examinations	1	3	3
Final Examinations	1	3	3

Total Work Load			90
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			3,6
ECTS Credit of the Course			4

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