COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Characterization Methods in Nanotechnology
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
BME 414
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery Online
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Discussion
Group Work
Problem Solving
Lecturing / Presentation
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives This course aims the students to provide with information about the methods that can characterize the materials they will need in their work, and to select the appropriate methods for the characterization of nanoscale materials.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Explain the characterization methods of nanomaterials.
  • Compare the applications of different characterization methods.
  • Classify characterization methods for nanomaterials.
  • Describe the points to be considered in the selection of nanomaterial characterization methods.
  • Discuss current applications related to the use and characterization of nanomaterials.
Course Description This course includes the importance of characterization and usage areas of different characterization methods, points to be considered in characterization and current studies on the subject.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

Core Courses
Major Area Courses
X
Supportive Courses
Media and Managment Skills Courses
Transferable Skill Courses

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Importance of the Characterization Methods Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 1
2 Critical Parameters for Characterization Methods Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 2
3 Physical Characterization (Electron and Scanning Probe Microscopy) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 4
4 Physical Characterization (Fractionation) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 5
5 Physical Characterization (Optical Scattering) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 6
6 Physical Characterization (Specific Surface Area Measurements) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 7
7 Midterm Exam
8 Chemical and Elemental Characterization (Bulk) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 7-8
9 Chemical and Elemental Characterization (Surface) Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 7-8
10 Behavioral Characterization Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 9
11 Combines Physical-Chemical Characterization Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 13
12 Current Applications of Characterization Techniques Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 12
13 Current Applications of Characterization Techniques Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 12
14 Current Applications of Characterization Techniques Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Chapter 12
15 Semester Review
16 Final Exam
Course Notes/Textbooks

Tantra, R. (2016). Nanomaterial Characterization. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, New Jersey. ISBN: 9781118753590

Suggested Readings/Materials

Holbrook, R. D., Galyean, A. A., Gorham, J. M., Herzing, A., & Pettibone, J. (2015). Overview of Nanomaterial Characterization and Metrology. Frontiers of Nanoscience, 47–87. doi:10.1016/b978-0-08-099948-7.00002-6

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
1
5
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
10
Presentation / Jury
1
20
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
25
Final Exam
1
40
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
4
60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
40
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
3
48
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
14
2
28
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
1
4
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
5
Presentation / Jury
1
15
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
25
Final Exams
1
25
    Total
150

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#
Program Competencies/Outcomes
* Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1

To have adequate knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Biomedical Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

X
2

To be able to identify, define, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; to be able to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.

X
3

To be able to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the requirements; to be able to apply modern design methods for this purpose.

4

To be able to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analysis and solution of complex problems in Biomedical Engineering applications.

X
5

To be able to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Biomedical Engineering research topics.

6

To be able to work efficiently in Biomedical Engineering disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; to be able to work individually.

X
7

To be able to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing; to be able to author and comprehend written reports, to be able to prepare design and implementation reports, to present effectively, to be able to give and receive clear and comprehensible instructions.

8

To have knowledge about global and social impact of Biomedical Engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; to have knowledge about contemporary issues as they pertain to engineering; to be aware of the legal ramifications of engineering solutions.

9

To be aware of ethical behavior, professional and ethical responsibility; to have knowledge about standards utilized in engineering applications.

10

To have knowledge about industrial practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; to have awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; to have knowledge about sustainable development.

11

To be able to collect data in the area of Biomedical Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.

12

To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.

13

To recognize the need for lifelong learning; to be able to access information, to be able to stay current with developments in science and technology; to be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to Biomedical Engineering.

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest