Characterisation and Modeling of Nanostructures
2021/2022
Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module
The module builds on knowledge obtained from the project module on 3rd semester.Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Must have the knowledge and understanding of how nanostructures are built up.
- Must have knowledge on structures and their function.
- Must have the knowledge of and be able to apply relevant characterization techniques within nanotechnology.
- Must have the knowledge and understanding of properties at the atomic and molecular level.
Skills
- Must be able to apply theoretical models to describe nanostructures and their properties
- Must be able to apply techniques for characterization of nanostructures such as microscopy and spectroscopy
Competences
- Must demonstrate a good understanding of properties and function of nanostructures
- Must be able to apply the knowledge to characterize and model nanostructures
- Must be able to reflect over theories and models which are used to explain function and properties of nanostructures
Type of instruction
Project work with supervision.
Extent and expected workload
This is a 10 ECTS project module and the work load is expected to be 300 hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Characterization and Modelling of Nanostructures |
| Type of exam | Oral exam based on a project
Group exam based on a presentation seminar and a project
report. |
| ECTS | 10 |
| Permitted aids | All written and all electronic aids |
| Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
| Type of grading | External examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Karakterisering og modellering af nanostrukturer |
| Module code | F-NAN-B4-1 |
| Module type | Project |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Spring
|
| ECTS | 10 |
| Language of instruction | Danish and English |
| Empty-place Scheme | Yes |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module | |
| Time allocation for external examiners | A |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Mechanical Engineering and Physics |
| Department | Department of Materials and Production |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering and Science |
