Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology

Course Code:

MSN 405

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

3

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

5

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Z. Cansu Canbek Özdil

Courses given by:

Z. Cansu Canbek Özdil

Course Assistants :

Bayram Güneş

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to acquaint students with nanomaterials and nanotechnologies.

Course Content:

This course will focus on developing a fundamental understanding of structure and property relations of nanomaterials and their technological 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

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Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	Detailed Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Students will gain knowledge on types of nanomaterials and their applications in different engineering fields.	4b, 6c, 7a	1, 2, 6	A, E, G

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction, general info on Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology, syllabus	Textbook and lecture notes
2	Nanocarbons (Fullerene, CNT, Graphene..)	Textbook and lecture notes
3	Nanometals (Au, Ag, Pt…)	Textbook and lecture notes
4	Nanoceramics	Textbook and lecture notes
5	Nanocomposites	Textbook and lecture notes
6	Nanoporous Material	Textbook and lecture notes
7	Organic & Bionanomaterials	Textbook and lecture notes
8	Multiscale hierarchical structures built out of nanosized building blocks (nano to macro).Nanomaterials in Nature: Nacre, Gecko,Teeth.	Textbook and lecture notes
9	Engineered Nanomaterials (hazard, exposure and safety assessment)	Textbook and lecture notes
10	Engineered Nanomaterials (Impact on human health)	Textbook and lecture notes
11	Student presentation (case study)	Textbook and lecture notes
12	Student presentation (case study)	Textbook and lecture notes
13	Student presentation (case study)	Textbook and lecture notes
14	Student presentation (case study)	Textbook and lecture notes
15	Final

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	1	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
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	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	6	84
Midterm Examinations	1	3	3
Final Examinations	1	3	3

Total Work Load			132
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			5,28
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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