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NANO 600

 

Meeting Times:           Tuesday 4:00 am –5:30am, Thursday 4:00pm – 5:30pm

Classroom Location:   Tuesday: E231, Thursday: Mclean 414

Instructor:                   EH Yang, Stefan Strauf, Frank Fisher          

Contact Info:              Carnegie 206, eyang@stevens.edu, 201-216-5574

Office Hours:              Thursday 3:00pm – 4:00pm and Friday 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Course Web Address: None

Corequisite(s):             None

Cross-listed with:        None

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course covers the fundamentals and applications of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Size-dependent phenomena, ways and means of designing and synthesizing nanostructures, and cutting-edging applications will be presented in an integrated and interdisciplinary manner.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of unique properties of nanostructures, their synthesis, and applications such as electronics, photonics, robotics, biotechnology, and environmental technology. Specifically, via examples given in the frontier of nanotechnology research and development, students will be able to gain important insights into when and why size matters, how the materials properties can be engineered through size control, how various nanostructures can be made, and what are the opportunities and challenges in realizing the projected potential of nanotechnology in a broad spectrum of engineering and sciences, including the life sciences.

After successful completion of this course, students will be able to

·         Demonstrates a knowledge of scientific issues that distinguish nanoscale phenomena from those at the macroscopic scale, and

·         Demonstrates a knowledge of fabricating and characterizing nanoengineered structures of technological value.

FORMAT AND STRUCTURE

·         This course is comprised of bi-weekly lectures.

 

COURSE MATERIALS

Textbook(s): None.

Other Readings:       

Available online through Canvas course shell

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Attendance     Attendance and active participation in class discussions are required. Class policy will be discussed in detail during the first meeting. In addition, attendance at the Nanotechnology Seminar Series (typically Wednesdays at 11 am for the Fall 2016 semester; see www.stevens.edu/nano) is strongly encouraged.

 Exams           There will be 2 scheduled exams throughout the semester. If a student is absent (unexcused) on a day that a quiz is given s/he will receive an automatic 0 for that exam.

Final Paper/ Presentation The final paper and presentation will be a state of the art literature review. The paper should be of ‘publishable quality’ and will be graded on organization, clarity, and grammar in addition to content. The maximum length of the paper is 4 pages (4 pages, 12 font, 1 inch borders, single-spaced: Please refer to the format of standard ASME Conference papers); this will require you to be selective and concise with the information included in your review. Students may discuss potential projects with the class instructors prior to selection, but these topics can be a student’s thesis or dissertation topic.

 

GRADING PROCEDURES

·         There are 10 possible points that a student can earn in this course. The final grade will be based on the number of points earned out of the number of points possible. Percentages are also listed below.

 

 

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Undergraduate Honor System

Enrollment into the undergraduate class of Stevens Institute of Technology signifies a student's commitment to the Honor System. Accordingly, the provisions of the Stevens Honor System apply to all undergraduate students in coursework and Honor Board proceedings. It is the responsibility of each student to become acquainted with and to uphold the ideals set forth in the Honor System Constitution. More information about the Honor System including the constitution, bylaws, investigative procedures, and the penalty matrix can be found online at http://web.stevens.edu/honor/

 

The following pledge shall be written in full and signed by every student on all submitted work (including, but not limited to, homework, projects, lab reports, code, quizzes and exams) that is assigned by the course instructor. No work shall be graded unless the pledge is written in full and signed.

 

“I pledge my honor that I have abided by the Stevens Honor System.”

 

Reporting Honor System Violations

Students who believe a violation of the Honor System has been committed should report it within ten business days of the suspected violation. Students have the option to remain anonymous and can report violations online at www.stevens.edu/honor.

 

Graduate Student Code of Academic Integrity

All Stevens graduate students promise to be fully truthful and avoid dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation, and deceit of any type in relation to their academic work. A student’s submission of work for academic credit indicates that the work is the student's own. All outside assistance must be acknowledged. Any student who violates this code or who knowingly assists another student in violating this code shall be subject to discipline.

All graduate students are bound to the Graduate Student Code of Academic Integrity by enrollment in graduate coursework at Stevens. It is the responsibility of each graduate student to understand and adhere to the Graduate Student Code of Academic Integrity. More information including types of violations, the process for handling perceived violations, and types of sanctions can be found at www.stevens.edu/provost/graduate-academics.

 

Special Provisions for Undergraduate Students in 500-level Courses

The general provisions of the Stevens Honor System do not apply fully to graduate courses, 500 level or otherwise. Any student who wishes to report an undergraduate for a violation in a 500-level course shall submit the report to the Honor Board following the protocol for undergraduate courses, and an investigation will be conducted following the same process for an appeal on false accusation described in Section 8.04 of the Bylaws of the Honor System. Any student who wishes to report a graduate student may submit the report to the Dean of Graduate Academics or to the Honor Board, who will refer the report to the Dean. The Honor Board Chairman will give the Dean of Graduate Academics weekly updates on the progress of any casework relating to 500-level courses. For more information about the scope, penalties, and procedures pertaining to undergraduate students in 500-level courses, see Section 9 of the Bylaws of the Honor System document, located on the Honor Board website.

 

EXAM ROOM CONDITIONS

The following procedures apply to quizzes and exams for this course. As the instructor, I reserve the right to modify any conditions set forth below by printing revised Exam Room Conditions on the quiz or exam.

 

1.      Students may use the following devices during quizzes and exams. Any electronic devices that are not mentioned in the list below are not permitted.

Device

Permitted?

Yes

No

Laptops

 

x

Cell Phones                          

 

x

Tablets

 

x

Smart Watches

 

x

Google Glass                        

 

x

Other (Nonprogrammable calculator)

x

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.      Students may use the following materials during quizzes and exams. Any materials that are not mentioned in the list below are not permitted.

 

 

Material

Permitted?

Yes

No

Handwritten Notes

 

x

Typed Notes

 

x

Textbooks

 

x

Readings

 

x

 

 

 

 

 

3.      Students are not allowed to work with or talk to other students during quizzes.

 

LEARNING ACCOMODATIONS

Stevens Institute of Technology is dedicated to providing appropriate accommodations to students with documented disabilities. Student Counseling and Disability Services works with undergraduate and graduate students with learning disabilities, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorders, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and psychiatric disorders in order to help students achieve their academic and personal potential. They facilitate equal access to the educational programs and opportunities offered at Stevens and coordinate reasonable accommodations for eligible students. These services are designed to encourage independence and self-advocacy with support from SCDS staff.  The SCDS staff will facilitate the provision of accommodations on a case-by-case basis. These academic accommodations are provided at no cost to the student.

 

Disability Services Confidentiality Policy

Student Disability Files are kept separate from academic files and are stored in a secure location within the office of Student Counseling, Psychological & Disability Services. The Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA, 20 U.S.C. 1232g; 34CFR, Part 99) regulates disclosure of disability documentation and records maintained by Stevens Disability Services. According to this act, prior written consent by the student is required before our Disability Services office may release disability documentation or records to anyone. An exception is made in unusual circumstances, such as the case of health and safety emergencies.

 

For more information about Disability Services and the process to receive accommodations, visit https://www.stevens.edu/sit/counseling/disability-services. If you have any questions please contact:

Lauren Poleyeff, Psy.M., LCSW - Diability Services Coordinator and Staff Clinician in Student Counseling and Disability Services at Stevens Institute of Technology at lpoleyef@stevens.edu or by phone (201) 216-8728.

 

INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT

Stevens Institute of Technology believes that diversity and inclusiveness are essential to excellence in education and innovation. Our community represents a rich variety of backgrounds, experiences, demographics and perspectives and Stevens is committed to fostering a learning environment where every individual is respected and engaged. To facilitate a dynamic and inclusive educational experience, we ask all members of the community to:

·         be open to the perspectives of others

·         appreciate the uniqueness their colleagues 

·         take advantage of the opportunity to learn from each other       

·         exchange experiences, values and beliefs

·         communicate in a respectful manner

·         be aware of individuals who are marginalized and involve them

·         keep confidential discussions private 


TENTATIVE COURSE SCHEDULE

The following is a tentative course schedule. Any and all changes to this schedule will be communicated to you 1) in class or 2) via email.

 

NANO 600 Fall 2018 schedule

 

 

week

date

 

topic

lecturer

 

1

T Aug 28

Introduction

Introduction / Course Outline

E.H. Yang (ME)

 

H Aug 30

Part 1: Physics at the Nanoscale

Intro to Physical Properties

S. Strauf (PEP)

 

2

T Sept 4

Properties of the Solid-State

S. Strauf (PEP)

 

H Sept 6

Bulk to Nano Transition

S. Strauf (PEP)

 

3

T Sept 11

Electronics at the Nanoscale

S. Strauf (PEP)

 

H Sept 13

Optics at the Nanoscale

S. Strauf (PEP)

 

4

T Sept 18

Part 2: Synthesis, Characterization, and Properties

MEMS 1

E.H. Yang (ME)

 

H Sept 20

MEMS 2

E.H. Yang (ME)

 

5

T Sept 25

MDL tour

MDL Staff

 

H Sept 27

2D Materials Synthesis

E.H. Yang (ME)

 

6

T Oct 2

Part 3: Applications of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Exam 1  (Fundamentals)

N/A

 

H Oct 4

1. Polymer nanocomposites

F. Fisher (ME)

 

7

T Oct 9

NO CLASS - MONDAY SCHEDULE

N/A

 

H Oct 11

2. Nanoparticles for light energy harvesting

S. Lee (CEMS)

 

8

T Oct 16

3. Nanobiotechnology for orthopedic applications

X. Yu (BCB)

 

H Oct 18

4. Active Nanofibers and their Applications

Y. Shi (ME)

 

9

T Oct 23

5. The role of cell adhesion on engineered substrates

R. Chang (ME)

 

H Oct 25

6. Nanoscale Heat Transfer

F. Yang (ME)  

 

10

T Oct 30

7. Quantum Computing

R. Chatterjee (Physics)

 

H Nov 1

8. Nanotechnology for sensing applications

A. Zhang (ME)

 

11

T Nov 6

9. Nanotechnology in drug delivery

J. Liang (CCBME)

 

H Nov 8

10. Electrochemical energy storage materials and interfaces in nanoscale

J.C. Kim  (CEMS)

 

12

T Nov 13

11. Microfluidics and Nanofluidics: Fluid physics at the micro- and nanometer scale

CH Choi (ME)

 

H Nov 15

12. Biomedical Nanotechnology

J.H. Kim (BME)

 

13

T Nov 20

13. Science and Industrial Applications of Heterogeneous Catalysis

Simon Podkolzin (CEMS)

 

H Nov 22

Exam and Presentation Period

NO CLASS – Thanksgiving

N/A

 

14

T Nov 27

Project Presentations

N/A

 

H Nov 29

Project Presentations

N/A

 

15

T Dec 4

Project Presentations

N/A

 

H Dec 6

Exam 2 (Applications)

N/A

 

 

Final paper is due Thurs Dec 6 at 5pm submitted through CANVAS course site.