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Nano Physics, 6 credits
Nanofysik, 6 hp
TFYY54
Main field of study
Applied Physics PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Plamen PaskovDirector of studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 40 hRecommended self-study hours: 120 h
Available for exchange students
YesECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary
Main field of study
Applied Physics, PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleAdvancement level
A1XCourse offered for
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
- Physics and Nanoscience, Master's programme
- Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Master's programme
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering - International, M Sc in Engineering
Entry requirements
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
Prerequisites
Semiconductor Physics, NanotechnologyIntended learning outcomes
The aim of this course is to give an introduction to the physics at the nanometer scale. The participants of the course obtain basic understanding of the principles, fabrication and characterization methods, and application aspects of nanoscience and nanotechnology. This implies that the students should:
- understand the fundamental physical principles, which govern properties of the condense matter and in particular the role of dimensionality on the mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical and magnetic properties of materials
- understand the physical basis of new phenomena that appear when the linear dimension of an object or device shrinks below a micrometer
- be familiar with the methods for fabrications of nanostructures
- understand and be able to explain the principles of newly characterization techniques for imaging and analysis of nanostructures and nanomaterials
- understand and be able to explain the principles of operation of nanoelectronic and nanophotonic devices
- became familiar with the whole concept of nanoscale science and technology and be able to apply their knowledge for understanding further developments in this rapidly emerging area.
Course content
A. Introduction to nanophysics and nanotechnology – scaling laws and limits to smallness; quantum nature of nanoworld; nano fabrication (top-down and bottom-up process); nanoscopy (electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning tunneling microscopy)
B. Properties and application of dielectric and metal nanostructures - individual nanoparticles and nanoclusters; nanostructured materials; carbon nanostructures; nanomagnets.
C. Properties and application of semiconductor nanostructures - fabrication of semiconductor nanowires and quantum dots; electronic and optical properties(2D and 3D quantum confinement); optical spectroscopy of semiconductor nanostructures (local probe techniques); quantum dots nanowire- and quantum-dot-based electronic and photonic devices.
Teaching and working methods
Lectures and aboratory exercises
Examination
| UPG2 | Assignments | 2 credits | U, G |
| LAB1 | Laboratory Work | 1 credits | U, G |
| PRA2 | Project work | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Department
Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologiDirector of Studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonExaminer
Plamen PaskovCourse website and other links
http://www.ifm.liu.se/undergrad/fysikgtu/coursepage.html?selection=all&sort=kkEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 40 hRecommended self-study hours: 120 h
Course literature
Additional literature
Books
- Ch. Poole Jr., F. J. Owens, (2003) Introduction to nanotechnology John Wiley & Sons
- E. L. Wolf, (2004) Nanophysics and nanotechnology: An introduction to modern concepts in nanoscience Wiley-VCH
- Eds. R. W. Kelsall, I. W. Hamley and M. Geoghegan, (2005) Nanoscale science and technology John Wiley & Sons
| Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPG2 | Assignments | 2 credits | U, G |
| LAB1 | Laboratory Work | 1 credits | U, G |
| PRA2 | Project work | 3 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
Regulations (apply to LiU in its entirety)
The university is a government agency whose operations are regulated by legislation and ordinances, which include the Higher Education Act and the Higher Education Ordinance. In addition to legislation and ordinances, operations are subject to several policy documents. The Linköping University rule book collects currently valid decisions of a regulatory nature taken by the university board, the vice-chancellor and faculty/department boards.
LiU’s rule book for education at first-cycle and second-cycle levels is available at http://styrdokument.liu.se/Regelsamling/Innehall/Utbildning_pa_grund-_och_avancerad_niva.
Additional literature
Books
Ch. Poole Jr., F. J. Owens, (2003) Introduction to nanotechnology John Wiley & Sons
E. L. Wolf, (2004) Nanophysics and nanotechnology: An introduction to modern concepts in nanoscience Wiley-VCH
Eds. R. W. Kelsall, I. W. Hamley and M. Geoghegan, (2005) Nanoscale science and technology John Wiley & Sons
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize
| I | U | A | Modules | Comment | ||
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| 1. DISCIPLINARY KNOWLEDGE AND REASONING | ||||||
| 1.1 Knowledge of underlying mathematics and science (G1X level) |
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PRA2
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| 1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level) |
X
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X
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X
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LAB1
PRA2
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| 1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level) |
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X
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X
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PRA2
UPG2
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| 1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level) |
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| 1.5 Insight into current research and development work |
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| 2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES | ||||||
| 2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving |
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X
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PRA2
UPG2
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| 2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery |
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X
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LAB1
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| 2.3 System thinking |
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| 2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning |
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UPG2
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| 2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities |
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| 3. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION | ||||||
| 3.1 Teamwork |
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LAB1
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| 3.2 Communications |
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LAB1
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| 3.3 Communication in foreign languages |
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LAB1
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| 4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
| 4.1 External, societal, and environmental context |
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| 4.2 Enterprise and business context |
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| 4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management |
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| 4.4 Designing |
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| 4.5 Implementing |
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| 4.6 Operating |
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| 5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
| 5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development |
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| 5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development |
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| 5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects |
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| 5.4 Execution of research or development projects |
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| 5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects |
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