Synthesis and Characterisation (course module)
2018/2019
Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module
The module builds on knowledge in the area of Electronic structures of solids and Nanofabrication.Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
• Optical characterisation techniques
• Ellipsometry
• Photo luminescense
• Electron microscopy
• Electron beam writing
• Thin film deposition
• Reactive ion etching
• Fucused ion beam lithography
• Atomic force microscopy
Skills
• Apply basic experimental techniques for geometrical
characterisation of nanostructures
• Synthesise and characterise thin film
• Produce surface structures using particle beam lithography
Competences
• Be able to design fabrication processes for nano-scale
components
• Be able to produce simple components
• Be able to analyse results and compare to basic limitations
Extent and expected workload
This is a 5 ECTS course module and the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Synthesis and Characterisation (course module) |
| Type of exam | Active participation and/or written assignment
Individual continuous evaluation based on exercises given through
the course. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | As stated in the Joint Programme Regulations.
http://www.engineering.aau.dk/uddannelse/Studieadministration/ |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Syntese og karakterisering (kursusmodul) |
| Module code | F-FYS-K3-8 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Autumn
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | Danish and English |
| Empty-place Scheme | Yes |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Mathematics, Physics and Nanotechnology |
| Department | Department of Mathematical Sciences |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering and Science |
