Course: Fundamentals of Nanotechnology 2

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Course title Fundamentals of Nanotechnology 2
Course code KEF/ZN2
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Master
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Procházka Vít, doc. Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Vůjtek Milan, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
1. Magnetic and optical properties of nanostructures ? Introduction to magnetism of nanostructures ? ?new? forms of magnetism ? Nanopigments, absorption spectra 2. Magnetic applications of nanostructures ? nanomagnets ? magnetic separation and purification ? ferrofluid technologies ? magnetocaloric refrigeration ? magnetic recording media 3. Nanomaterials for special applications ? For energy storage ? Gas sensors ? Photoelectrical applications 4. Litografie II ? Projective photolitography ? Another and special litographic techniques 5. Manipulation with nanoobject ? Manipulation with nanoobjects by using of SPM, FIB a EM ? Optical and magnetic tweezer ? nanomanipulators ? microequipments 6. Introduction to nanoelectronics ? Problems of current electronics ? Adaptation for nanosystems ? Selected architectures and equipment 7. Nano and mikrosystém technologies ? Basic principles of integration ? MEMS in narrow meaning ? microfluids ? NEMS 8. Bionanoapplications - introduction ? biomimetcs ? application of nanomaterials in medicine ? contrast agents MRI ? hypertermia 9. Bionanoapplications ? Antimicrobial effects of nanoparticles ? Magnetic carries 10. Environmental and other aspects ? Health, ecological and social impacts of nanotechnologies

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture
  • Attendace - 26 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Exam - 34 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 20 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim of the subject is to familiarize students with basic kinds of nanomaterials and nanostructures, their physical ways of preparation and methods of analysis of their properties. Students are further informed about various applications of nanomaterials and nanostructures.
Knowledge To define the basic types of nanomaterials, nanostructures, and methods of their synthesis and applications.
Prerequisites
unspecified
KEF/ZANA1
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KEF/ZN1

Assessment methods and criteria
Mark, Oral exam

Knowledge in the range of lecture content. Regular visit of the lectures is strongly recommended.
Recommended literature
  • Blundell, S. (2003). Magnetism in Condensed Matter.. Oxford University Press.
  • Jiles, D. (1997). Introduction to Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, Second Edition. Chapman & Hall, London.
  • Poole, Ch.P., Owens, F.J. (2003). Introduction to Nanotechnology. John Wiley & Sons, New Jersey.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Applied Physics (2019) Category: Physics courses - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: Summer