Homologation modules

Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the MSc program and the various backgrounds the enrolled students have from their BSc education, it is possible to use 5 ec of the elective space for a homologation module. This module is a BSc-level course and is typically done in the first block (1A) of the program. Suggested homologation modules are:

Homologation modules	EC	Block	Code	Program*
Quantum phenomena	5.0	2B	191410010	AP / B1
Introduction to semiconductor devices	5.0	2A	201000237	preMSc EE
Organic chemistry	4.0	1B	191320013	CT / B2
Kinetics and catalysis	5.0	2B	201100114	CT / B2
Surfaces and thin layers	5.0	1A	193550020	AP / M1
Molecular spectroscopy	5.0	1A	191360135	BME / B3
Introduction quantum mechanics	5.0	2A	191411281	AP / B2
Thermodynamics and physical chemistry	5.0	1A	191350055	BME / B2
Statistical physics	5.0	1B	191410021	AP / B2
Introduction to optics	5.0	1A	191460121	AP / M1
Molecular and cellular biophysics	5.0	2B	193902710	AP / B3
Fundamentals of photonics	5.0	1A	193540000	AP / M1
Materials science	5.0	2A	191429131	AP / B3
Materials science	5.0	1B	191355400	CE / B3

*First abbreviation in this column refers to the program: Applied Physics (AP), Chemical Technology (CT), Electrical Engineering (EE) or Biomedical Engineering (EE), and the second code refers to Bachelor (B) or Master (M) followed by the year.

This list of homologation modules is based upon what is considered as prior knowledge for the different modules in the MSc program. The choice for the module does depend on your BSc background and the elective nanotechnology courses you wish to take. Please consult the program coordinator to determine which homologation module you need to take. For students that do not need any homologation, 5 ec can be used for another elective course.

191410010		Quantum phenomena	AP / B1
5.0 ec	2B
Lecturer(s)		Prof. dr. ir. H.W.J. Zandvliet, prof. A. Brinkman
Description		In this course the principles of quantum mechanics are introduced by some examples out of the field of the modern physics. The following subjects will be mentioned: the dual character of particles, diffraction, photo-electric effects, the uncertainty principle of Heisenberg, Schrödinger equation, quantum mechanical particle in a small box, atoms and molecules, free electronic model, band theory of solids, semi- and superconductors.
Assessment		Written examination and presentation on specific topic (atom clocks, diffraction, laser cooling, Bose-Einstein condensation, quantum corrals, quantum conduction)
Course material		Physics for scientists and engineers (volume 2C, 5th edition) Elementary Modern Physics by Paul A. Tipler and Gene Mosca ISBN: 0-7167-0906-6

201000237		Introduction to semiconductor devices	preMSc EE
5.0 ec	2A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. Ir. R.J.E. Hueting, Prof.dr. J. Schmitz, prof.dr.ir. A.J. Mouthaan
Description		This course describes the physical working of semiconductor devices and translates those to electrical characteristics.Based thereon, it treats electronic equivalent circuits and simulation models. It covers an introduction to semiconductor physics, the pn-junction, the Bipolar Junction Transistor and the Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Transistor (MOST). The physical working is illustrated using diagrams of energy, electric field, electrical potential and concentration, and the principal formulae for simplified devices are treated. Secondary effects in devices are then introduced, with coverage of their physical origins and the effects on the characteristics of the devices. The device models are derived for DC, small signal and transient behaviour, where a connection is made to circuit simulation. A self-examination programme (WASP) is available. IC-technology overview, conductors and isolators, atomic bonding, energy diagram diffusion, ion implantation and oxidation, recombination-generation, device simulation, junction diodes, DC, large signal and small signal model, bipolar junction (and MOS) transistor.
Objective		Students must know what a semiconductor is and understand why semiconductor components are being succesfully applied in the field of electronics. They should understand how and why the electrical behavior of various components are modeled.
Assessment		Written exam
Course material		Reader "Semiconductor Devices Explained", available at the Union-shop (nr. 290)

191320013		Organic chemistry	CT / B2
4.0 ec	1B
Lecturer(s)		Prof. J.J.L.M. Cornelissen
Description		We focus on the fundamental principles that are at the basis of the manifold reactions in organic chemistry, biochemistry an macromolecular chemistry. Important topics are additions, substitutions an eliminations, reactions of carbonyl compounds oxidation-reduction reactions and the chemistry of organic notrogen compunds. In the first lectures, we wil revisit a number of other essential subjects, such as the reactivity of alkenes and resonance. The course consists of 16 lectures an 8 tutorials and is based on the book of Organic Chemistry by Paula Bruice (5th Edition, 2007, 6th Edition, 2011)
Objective		This course intends to provide the student with a broad and practical understanding of the reactivity of organic compounds.
Prior knowledge		Structure and Reactivity (130004). Elementary chemical principles such as the structure of atoms and chemical bonding; the structure and nomenclature of simple organic compounds; stereochemistry; addition, substitution and elimination reactions are considered prior knowledge
Assessment		Written examination
Course material		Organic chemistry, Paula Bruice (International Edition, 5^th or 6^th edition, Prentice Hall 2007/2011).

201100114		Kinetics and catalysis	CT / B2
5.0 ec	2B
Lecturer(s)		Dr. B.L. Mojet, prof.dr.ir. L. Lefferts, dr. A. van Houselt
Description		The first part of the module focuses on main topics in the field of reaction kinetics: reaction order, reaction rate equations, half-life times, transition-state theory, steady-state approach. In the second part, various important elements of catalysis are discussed, including: homogeneous, heterogeneous and biocatalysis, adsorption and desorption, catalytic reactions on solid catalysts, mass transfer, catalyst preparation and characterization. At the end of the course a case study is dealt with to apply obtained knowledge on practical situations from industry and to obtain insight in the possibilities and limitations for technical processes.
Objective		Aim is to provide insight in the fundamental aspects of kinetics and catalysis.
Course material		Physical Chemistry, Atkins and de Paula (Oxford University Press), 8^th edition, Reader available at the Union Shop (vakcode: 134506) for exercises.

193550020		Surfaces and thin layers	AP / M1
5.0 ec	1A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. ir. H. Wormeester, dr. R. van Gastel
Description of content		The structure and (electronic) properties of both clean and adsorbate covered surfaces are described. The most common tools to study these phenomena, diffraction and scanning probe techniques are introduced in relation to the measured results. The adsorption and desorption of species from surfaces are described. Growth of thin films is an important part of this field and the thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of growth are discussed. The electronic structure of surfaces and thin films in relation to their properties is described. This course is part of the track Materials Science and is compulsary for students of this track.
Objective		The objective of the course is to get the student acquainted with a few basic pinciples, processes and features in the field of surface and thin films. With this content the student should be able to read a typical article published in this field and be able to extract the important issues. The context of these issues in relation to the basic principles and processes can be given.
Assessment		Assignments with presentation
Course material		Handouts

191360135		Molecular spectroscopy	BME / B3
5.0 ec	1A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. C. Otto
Description		Molecular Spectroscopy ovide insight in biologiccovers fundamental knowledge of spectroscopic methods. Thes methods pral molecules, cells and tissues. A description of molecules (rotation, vibrations, electronic transitions), and of the various interactions (absorption, scattering) of light with molecules will be presented. Infrared absorption spectroscopy, ultra-violet- and visible light absorption spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, raman spectroscopy, light scattering, and NMR.
Assessment		Written examination
Course material		"Physical Chemistry: , Authors: P. Atkins, J. de Paula; edition 8: ISBN 9780198700722

191411281		Introduction quantum mechanics	AP / B2
5.0 ec	2A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. G.H.L.A. Brocks, M. Bokdam, D.M. Otalvero Gutierrez, prof. dr. C. Filippi
Description		The goal of this course is to learn the elementary principles of quantum mechanics and their application to simple systems. We start from wave functions and the Schrödinger equation. One-dimensional applications include bound states of a particle in a box and the harmonic oscillator, as well as properties of unbound states, such as currents, scattering, and quantum conductance. In three dimensions we focus on the spherical potential, and consider the angular momentum in detail. Finally, we discuss the properties of spin and of two-particle systems.
Prior knowledge		Basic mathematics (Linear analysis)
Course material		"Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" 2nd ed., D.J. Griffiths, Prentice Hall. ISBN 0-13-191175-9.

191350055		Thermodynamics and physical chemistry	BME / B2
5.0 ec	1A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. D. Stamatialis
Description		The basic laws of thermodynamics; physical transformations of pure substances; simple mixturs; phase diagrams; chemical equilibrium; electrochemistry. Implementation of the knowlege to practical cases; a practical project wil be perfomed in the end of the semester. The learning objectives for this are: the development of research hypothesis based on the acquired knowledge; preparation of experimental planning and execution of experiments; analysis and interpretation of results.
Objective		Basic aspects of physical chemistry and thermodynamics, which are of great importance for the students of Biomedical Technology
Extra info		Two practical exercises related to this course are included in the “project” of Q1 (see scheme BME / B2 for more details).
Course material		Atkins Physical chemistry, by P.Atkins, J.de Paula, 9th edition (2010) ISBN 978-0-19-954337-3, Oxford Univ. Press

191410021		Statistical Physics	AP / B2
5.0 ec	1B
Lecturer(s)		Prof. dr. S.J.G. Lemay, Prof. dr. W.J. Briels, T.A. Hunt
Description		One of the most essential aspects of modern physics is to create a link between the thermodynamic and microscopic properties of a macroscopic system. This module covers the statistical physics basis for thermodynamics. It includes amongst others: understanding of entropy and irreversibility on the microscale. Explained is how thermodynamic functions and fluctuations can be calculated from the classical and quantum mechanical interactions between particles. In many cases this needs to be done numerically (with computers), because it cannot be done analytically. For that reason this module also offers an introduction into molecular dynamics simulations.
Prior knowledge		Energy and entropy
Course material		Reader “Statistical Physics” by W.J. Briels and J.T. Padding

191460121		Introduction to optics	AP / M1
5.0 ec	1A
Lecturer(s)		Dr. ir. F.A. van Goor, dr. ir. J.S. Kanger, prof. J.L. Herek
Description		This course introduces the basics of geometric an physical optics. Light as an electromagnetic phenomenon; reflection and refraction; geometric optics using propagation matrices; beam-splitting-, wavefront-splitting- and multiple beam interference phenomena like the Michelson-, two-holes- and Fabry-Perot interferometers; Fraunhofer- and Fresnel diffraction by round apertures and slits; zone-lens; thin-films. Eight lectures and seminars are given. During the seminars some parts of the topics will be treated in more details and practiced using problems from the book and from old exams. During the course four practicum assignments have to be performed. These are obliged; the assessments, maximum 4 points, count for the exam. Six “Computer experiments” can be performed. These assignments yield maximum 6 points. These points are only valid for the first exam (maximum 100 points) attended after the lectures. After that they lose their value. The assignments can be downloaded and installed on your (Windows) PC from: http://edu.tnw.utwente.nl/inlopt. The computer experiments are not mandatory. The end mark will be calculated as follows: (exam + computer experiments + practicum)/10. The mark cannot be higher than a 10. The lectures are given by prof. dr. J.L. Herek, the seminars, computer experiments en practica by dr. ir. F.A. van Goor en dr. Ir. J.S. Kanger.
Course material		Exercises and solutions, overhead sheets and computer experiments accessible on website "Introduction to Optics", Pedrotti, Pearson, derde druk (ISBN 0-13-197133-6)
Website		http://edu.tnw.utwente.nl/inlopt

193902710		Molecular and Cellular Biophysics	AP / B3
5.0 ec	2B
Lecturer(s)		mw. dr. M.M.A.E. Claessens
Description		To understand how physical forces govrn the behavior of cells and cellular macromolecules.To understand how physical forces govern the behavior of cells and cellular macromolecules. The complexities of Phenomena and molecular processes in cell biology cannot be fully understood without deep physical insight, triggering an increasing interest in biophysics. Physical concepts have given insight into how muscle cells convert the chemical energy of ATP into movement and how DNA can exactly replicate itself during cell division. After an introduction into cellular and molecular biology this course you will learn how the confluence of thermal, mechanical, chemical and entropic forces make the behavior off cells and biological macromolecules so different from our everyday experience. Topics include: the central dogma in molecular biology, low-Reynolds number hydrodynamics, diffusion, entropic forces, self-assembly, biopolymer elasticity and molecular machines.
Course material		“Biological Physics Energy, Information, Life": Author: Philip Nelson

193540000		Fundamentals of Photonics	AP / M1
5.0 ec	1A
Lecturer(s)		Prof. dr. K.J. Boller, prof.dr. M. Pollnau, P.J.M. van der Slot
Description		This course is given in three parts which describe the basic 'life-cycle' of light, namely, how light is made, how it propagates and how it vanishes upon detection. The three parts of the course contain the following issues: 1) What is stimulated and spontaneous emission of light and how is this used to build lasers, e.g., solid state lasers; which properties characterize the different light sources. 2) With what spatial shape does a laser beam propagate through free space, how does laser light travel through transparent materials, resonators and waveguides; how do ultra-short pulses deform or reshape upon propagation. 3) What happens upon the detection of light, i.e., how do photoconductors, photodiodes, photomultipliers, and avalanche photodiodes actually work. We explain how the photon properties of light give rise to quantum noise (shot noise) and how the single-photon (ultimate) detection limit can be reached by a systematic reduction of the various types of noise.
Course material		Fundamentals of Photonics, Saleh & Teich (Wiley)

191429131		Materials science	AP / B3
5.0 ec	2A
Lecturer(s)		Prof. J.W.M. Hilgenkamp, prof. A. Brinkman
Description		The purpose of this lecture course is to provide a deeper understanding of the materials science of solid state matter. The accent lies here on the materials science of thin films. The course consists of three parts. The first part deals with the basic properties of materials. These are treated through the thermodynamics, growth processes and structure (amorphous, poly-crystalline, single crystal) of various materials. Part two covers the different deposition methods for the production of thin films (vacuum deposition, sputtering, laser ablation, MBE) and part three the analysis of these films (scanning probe microscopy, SEM, TEM, X-ray diffraction).
Assessment		Written examination
Course material		"The Materials Science of Thin Films" , Ilton Ohring

191355400		Materials science	CE / B3
5.0 ec	1B
Lecturer(s)		dr.ir. G. Koster, prof.dr.ir. J.E. ten Elshof
Description		This course is a follow-up of Introduction to Materials Science. Subjects that will be treated in this course are mechanical properties of metals, ceramics and polymers (e.g., crep, fatigue and fracture). phase diagrams an phase transitions in solids, mass and heat transport, functional materials (magnetic, dielectric, optica, thermal), surfaces and some aspects of materials research.
Assessment		Written examination
Course material		R. Tilley, Understanding solids: the science of materials, Wiley 2007