COURSE INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Course Name
The World of Nanotechnology
Code
Semester
Theory
(hour/week)
Application/Lab
(hour/week)
Local Credits
ECTS
GENS 306
Fall/Spring
3
0
3
5
Prerequisites
None
Course Language
English
Course Type
Service Course
Course Level
First Cycle
Mode of Delivery -
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course
Course Coordinator
Course Lecturer(s)
Assistant(s) -
Course Objectives The main objectives of this course are • To introduce the field of nanotechnology • To provide an introduction about nanomaterials and their fabrication methods • To introduce existing applications of nanomaterials • To demonstrate the potential of nanoscience and future applications of nanotechnology
Learning Outcomes The students who succeeded in this course;
  • Describe and explain Nanotechnology
  • Describe Nanomaterials based on their dimensionality
  • Explain the importance of reduction in materials dimensionality, and its relationship with materials properties
  • Describe synthesis and characterization of Nanomaterials
  • Give examples on the use of Nanotechnology in many applications
  • Perform a literature survey on a chosen topic and present the findings
Course Description The course aims at providing you with a general and broad introduction to the field of nanotechnology. Also, the potential of nanoscience and applications of nanotechnology will be presented. A final goal is to give you an insight into systems where nanotechnology can be used to improve our everyday life.
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 the Nanotechnology Lecture Notes
2 Nanomaterials and Dimensionality Lecture Notes
3 Nano Fabrication Methods Lecture Notes
4 Synthesis of Nanomaterials Lecture Notes
5 Characterization Methods Lecture Notes
6 Midterm
7 Nanostructures Lecture Notes
8 Applications in Optics, Coatings and Biomedical Lecture Notes
9 Applications in Sensors and Smart Materials Lecture Notes
10 The potential and future of nanoscience Lecture Notes
11 Presentations
12 Presentations
13 Review of Topics Lecture Notes
14 Final Exam
15 Review of the Semester  
16 Review of the Semester  
Course Notes/Textbooks

Lecture Notes
Suggested Readings/Materials
  • Natelson, Douglas. Nanostructures and nanotechnology. Cambridge University Press, 2015.
  • Ramsden, Jeremy. Nanotechnology: an introduction. William Andrew, 2016.
  • Recent articles will be cited during the class.

 

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities Number Weigthing
Participation
12
10
Laboratory / Application
Field Work
Quizzes / Studio Critiques
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
2
10
Presentation / Jury
1
20
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterm
1
30
Final Exam
1
30
Total

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
16
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
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
Portfolio
Homework / Assignments
1
4
Presentation / Jury
1
3
Project
Seminar / Workshop
Oral Exam
Midterms
1
3
Final Exams
1
22
    Total
108

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

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

To be able to have a grasp of basic mathematics, applied mathematics or theories and applications of statistics.
2

To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge, interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the fields of mathematics or statistics.
3

To be able to apply mathematics or statistics in real life phenomena with interdisciplinary approach and discover their potentials.
4

To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach and develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
5

To be able to share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals, non-professionals.
6

To be able to take responsibility both as a team member or individual in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field, planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project.
7

To be able to use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge.
8

To be able to act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.
9

To be able to possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also environmental protection, worker's health and security.
10

To be able to connect concrete events and transfer solutions, collect data, analyze and interpret results using scientific methods and having a way of abstract thinking.
11

To be able to collect data in the areas of Mathematics or Statistics and 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 be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to their field of expertise.

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