COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION


Course Name
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
ME 460
Fall/Spring
2
2
3
5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Elective
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives • To introduce different types of nanomaterials used in nanotechnology. • To provide an introduction about nanomaterials’ properties and applications, • To introduce applications of nanomaterials.
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • will be able to explain types of nanomaterials used in nanotechnology.
  • will be able to discuss physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials required for different applications.
  • will be able to gain knowledge on chemistry and physics principles used in nanotechnology.
  • will be able to discuss microfabrication techniques used in nanotechnology
  • will be able to define nanomaterials’ behavior and performance and their applications
Course Description Definition of nanomaterials, classification of nanomaterials, properties of nanomaterials, applications in nanotechnology, nanochemisry
Related Sustainable Development Goals

 



Course Category

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

 

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week Subjects Required Materials
1 Introduction to nanomaterials and nanotechnology, Basic Principles Lecture Notes
2 Classification of nanomaterials Lecture Notes
3 Synthesis of nanomaterials Lecture Notes
4 Characterization techniques for nanomaterials Lecture Notes
5 Characterization techniques for nanomaterials Lecture Notes
6 Review and Midterm I
7 Microscobic Techniques Lecture Notes
8 Nanocrystals, nanowires Lecture Notes
9 2D Materials Lecture Notes
10 Application of Nanomaterials Lecture Notes
11 Review and Midterm II
12 Application of Nanomaterials Lecture Notes
13 Optical properties of nanomaterials Lecture Notes
14 Microfabrication Techniques Lecture Notes
15 Review of Topics Lecture Notes
16 Final
Course Notes/Textbooks

Lecture Notes

Suggested Readings/Materials

1. Recent articles will be cited as reference materials during some of the classes. 2. Fundamentals of Microfabrication and Nanotechnology, M.J. Madaou, Taylor and Francis Group, 2012, 3. Nanoscience, H.E.Schaefer, Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, 2010

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
-
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
-
-
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
10
Presentation / Jury
1
10
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
2
50
Final Exam
1
30
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
4
70
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
1
30
Total

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
4
64
Laboratory / Application Hours
(Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
16
Study Hours Out of Class
16
2
32
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
-
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
5
Presentation / Jury
1
5
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
2
12
Final Exams
1
20
    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 Computer Engineering; to be able to use theoretical and applied information in these areas on complex engineering problems.

2

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

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 Computer Engineering applications; to be able to use information technologies effectively.

5

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

6

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

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 Computer 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 Computer 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 Computer Engineering, and to be able to communicate with colleagues in a foreign language. ("European Language Portfolio Global Scale", Level B1)

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 Computer Engineering.

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