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Core modules
Core modules |
EC |
Block |
Code |
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5.0 |
1B |
193400150 |
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5.0 |
1A |
193400160 |
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5.0 |
1A |
193400050 |
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2.0 |
2A |
193400190 |
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5.0 |
2 |
193400070 |
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3.0 |
2 |
193400081 |
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2.5 |
2B |
193400170 |
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2.5 |
2B |
193400180 |
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15.0 |
- |
193409509 |
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Scientific aspects |
25.0 |
- |
193409509 |
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General aspects |
20.0 |
- |
193409509 |
Fabrication of nanostructures |
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5.0 ec |
1B |
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Lecturer(s) |
Prof.dr.ir. J. Huskens, dr.ir. H.V. Jansen |
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Content |
The course will introduce the techniques that are available for creating nanostructures, both top-down (e.g. optical lithography techniques) as well as bottom-up (self-assembly/nanochemistry). The course is therefore divided into two sections: S1. Top-down lithopraphy (Dr. Henri V. Jansen) Detailed setup of Section 1 (Top-down lithography): 1. MEMS-based nanotechnology Detailed setup of Section 2 (Nanochemistry): topics: 1. Introduction to Nanochemistry |
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Objective |
- To understand the position of nanofabrication in the field of nanotechnology, and to understand its relationships with other disciplines (chemistry, physics, microfabrication, engineering, electronics, biology,...) - To understand basic concepts of nanofabrication, and its main classes (top-down, bottom-up, lithography, self-assembly) - To apply these concepts in (nano)chemical and materials contexts |
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Prior knowledge |
- Basics in organic chemistry and materials |
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Assessment |
Written examination and essay writing |
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Course material |
"Concepts of Nanochemistry" by L. Cademartiri and G. A. Ozin; Wiley, ISBN: 978-3-527-32597-9. |
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Characterization of nanostructures |
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5.0 ec |
1A |
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Lecturer(s) |
Dr. P.M. Schon, dr.ing. A.J.H.M. Rijnders |
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Content |
This module will introduce and discuss a wide range of modern, state-of-the-art analytical techniques and tools (XPS, SIMS, TEM, SEM, AFM, neutron, X-ray and light scattering, diffraction, NMR etc.) to characterize structure and properties of nanostructures. The central goal is to provide a fundamental understanding of various aspects of molecular, nanoscale and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterication that are essential for the study of nanostructures. |
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Objective |
To explain and identify the physical and instrumental principles of techniques used for the characterization of nanostructures including molecular and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterization of organic and inorganic materials and their application to specific questions. By the end of this course the students are able to estimate specific nanostructure materials and molecular properties from given examples and problems. |
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Assessment |
Written essays and oral examination |
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Course material |
Supporting book, not obligatory: Yang Leng, Materials Characterization John Wiley & Sons, 2008 Handouts; review articles; Powerpoint presentations of the lectures |
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Nanoscience |
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5.0 ec |
1A |
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Lecturer(s) |
Prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet, dr. A.A. Golubov, |
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Description |
Fundamentals of nanoscopic physics. Free and confined electrons, band theory, tunnel junctions, single electron tunneling. Electronic structure of quantum dots, quantum wires and quantum wells and their transport properties. |
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Objective |
Introduction to the fundamentals of nanoscience |
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Assessment |
Written examination |
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Course material |
Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics By George W. Hanson. Pearson, Prentice Hall (Upper Saddle River, New Jersey) ISBN 978-0-13-195708-4 |
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Cleanroom course |
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2.0 ec |
2A |
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Coordinator |
A.J.S.M. Jenneboer, G.P.M. Roelofs, dr. ir. M.L. Bennink |
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Description |
This module is a practical training session in the MESA+ cleanroom. After a short introduction and safety course you have to make a process document to start the hands-on training. Then you will enter the cleanroom and get the hands-on training on the different instruments available there for the fabrication and characterization of nanostructures. After the hands-on training you will write a concise report (5-7 pages) in which you describe your activities and results. |
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Objective |
This module is a practical hands-on training which will allows to : |
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Prior knowledge |
Fabrication of nanostructures (340015) |
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Assessment |
- work performed during the course |
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Remark |
The cleanroom course is done in small groups of 3 or 4 students. |
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Laboratory course |
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5.0 ec |
2A+B |
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Coordinator |
Dr. ir. M.L. Bennink |
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Description |
This module is a practical training course, in which you will work for about 3 weeks (full time) in one of the research laboratories of MESA+. It will provide you with an introduction into working in a lab environment and includes hands- on practical work. The module is concluded with the writing of a concise report (10-12 pages) which together with your experimental work will be evaluated.The research lab will be assigned to you by the program coordinator. The choice of the lab will be one that you have not worked in before, since the purpose of this module is to broaden your scope. |
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Objective |
The objective of this practical course is to get acquainted and to learn to work in an interdisciplinary research laboratory environment in the field of nanotechnology. |
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Prior knowledge |
Fabrication of nanostructures (340015) |
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Assessment |
- work performed in the lab |
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Additional info |
This course connected with Paper and Presentation (340008), which focuses on training skills to search systematically literature, write a scientific paper and give a presentation. The topic of the lab course is the same as that for Paper and presentation. |
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Paper and presentation |
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3.0 ec |
2A+B |
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Lecturer(s) |
Mw. dr. ir. J.G.M. Becht |
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Description |
The course Paper & Presentation deals with all kinds of skills you need being a scientist: from defining a topic, through searching and evaluating information, keeping notebooks, to writing and presenting your results. |
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Objective |
Deliverables are: a search strategy, scientific paper, conference presentation, poster, short presentation, peer feedback, active participation. |
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Assessment |
- result of the literature search |
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Course material |
Scientific papers |
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Additional info |
This course is connected to the Laboratory Course, which sets the scientific topic. |
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Societal embedding of nanotechnology |
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2.5 ec |
2B |
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Lecturer(s) |
Dr. K.E. Konrad |
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Description |
Nanotechnology is full of promises, but it is not clear whether and how these can be realized. This module discusses first how new technologies develop, and can lead to innovations which have to be embedded in value chains. Secondly, there are broader aspects to consider, from changes at the customer/user side to changes in industry structures and in regulation. Thirdly, public and regulatory responses to the promises, and sometimes concerns. In the case of nanotechnology, there is widespread appreciation of the new possibilities, but government agencies and nanotechnology spokespersons are concerned about possible public concerns. Such issues should be positioned as part of longer term developments. |
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Objective |
- |
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Assessment |
written exam |
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Technology venturing |
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2.5 ec |
2B |
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Lecturer(s) |
Dr. P. Bliek, Prof.dr. A.J. Groen |
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Description |
Technology venturing introduces the master student to the world of creating business using new technologies such as nano-technology. It will discuss methods and techniques to assess opportunities, to develop business concepts and exploitation. Students will work (depending on the amount enlisted - in groups) on a self-chosen technology or research outcome in the nanotech area - preferable of UT-origin - and write for it a Technology Foundation STW Valorisation Grant 2nd phase, in which the principles of operation, state of the art, applications & interaction of the technology are described and the planned commercialisation of it is registered. An important aspect of the course is the development of ‘academic skills’, like information literacy (gathering scientific information in a structured way), working in a group (structuring meetings, planning, dividing tasks, deadlines, etc.), presenting results in a written report and oral presentation. During the project two reports are written, a halfway report and a final report. Both reports are a group effort. Also two presentations have to be given. Both presentations are individual efforts. |
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Objective |
The central theme in the Technology Venturing course is attracting funds for the ‘Commercialization of a Technology’ (or a product/service based on it). The goal is to give students an introduction into the field of high-tech entrepreneurship and the different elements that play a part in it. |
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Prior knowledge |
- |
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Assessment |
Reports, presentations |
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Course material |
Reader, New Venture Handbook |
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Internship / Industrial training |
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15.0 ec |
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Coordinator |
Ing. A. Folkers |
Description |
The internship is a compulsory part of the MSc programme in Nanotechnology. You will either participate in an industrial training at a company/institute or complete an internship period at another University abroad. For international students there is a choice to do either an internship/industrial training or a research project in any of the research groups of another university in the Netherlands. |
Objective |
Industrial and/or practical training |
Assessment |
- Work performed |
Additional info |
Visit the website of the faculty Science and Technology for more information on the industrial training or consult the information in this Programme Guide or contact Mevr. A. Folkers directly |
Final thesis assigment |
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45.0 ec |
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Contact person |
Dr. M.L. Bennink |
Description |
The individual master assignment is the completion of the master program. For this assignment you will spend 6 to 7 months in one of the participating research groups and conduct a full research project. Under guidance and supervision of a PhD student and/or senior researcher, you will start with an extensive literature survey (reported in a literature report), followed by some experimental work. At the end of the experimental work, you will write up your results in a MSc thesis report that you will defend in a presentation in front of a public audience. Occasionally, the assignment can be (partially) conducted at an organisation outside the UT. |
Objective |
Perform a scientific research project in an academic environment |
Assessment |
- Research work performed You will receive 2 marks for the master thesis assignment. The first mark represents the scientific aspects (25 ec) and the second mark represents the general aspects (20 ec). For more detailed information on what aspects are evaluated, check the Assessment Form in the Appendices of this Programme Guide. |
More information |
Before you start with your individual master assignment, the assignment itself and your study program must be evaluated by the Board of Examinations. Please send in the required form (see elsewhere in this guide) about one month before you want to start. |
