ECET 32100 - Introduction To Nanotechnology

Credit Hours: 4.0.

This course introduces the field of nanotechnology. The downscaling to nanoelectronics, properties of nanomaterials and the tools of nanolectronics, properties of nanomaterials and the tools of nanotechnology are studied. Interdisciplinary research and commercial applications are reviewed. The course includes participation in research seminars and hands-on laboratory experiences with nanotechnology instrumentation.

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, the student should be able to:

1. Identify the basic concepts behind nanotechnology.

2. Characterize electrical materials at the nano regime.

3. Analyze nanocomposite materials.

4. Describe the tools of nanotechnology.

5. Utilize the SPM

Prerequisites:

ECET 20700 Minimum Grade of D-

Restrictions:

May not be enrolled as the following Classifications:     

  • Sophomore: 45 - 59 hours
  • Sophomore: 30 - 44 hours
  • Freshman: 15 - 29 hours
  • Freshman: 0 - 14 hours

     

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