AEP 1200

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AEP 1200
Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanoengineering

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

Lecture/laboratory course designed to introduce first-year students to some of the ideas and concepts of nanoscience and nanotechnology with stronger emphasis on nanobiotechnology in the spring semester. Topics include nanoscience and nanotechnology-what they are and why they are of interest; atoms and molecules; the solid state; surfaces; behavior of light and material particles when confined to nanoscale dimensions; scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM); microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) design; basic micromachining and chemical synthesis methods, i.e., "top-down" and "bottom-up" approaches to nanofabrication; how to manipulate structures on the nanoscale; physical laws and limits they place on the nanoworld; some far-out ideas. In the laboratory, students construct a simple STM to record atomic resolution images; learn through hands on experience the basic workings of an SEM; use a MEMS computer-aided design software package to model the entire manufacturing sequence of a simple MEMS device, examine the simulated behavior of the device and compare it with real behavior; investigate the optical properties of quantum dots and the unexpected properties of fluids that flow through narrow channels.

When Offered Fall, Spring.

Comments Course in introduction to engineering series.

Outcomes
  • An introductory understanding of quantum mechanics and optics as applied to nanoscience and nanotechnology.
  • Acquired a basic understanding of the tools and fabrication techniques used in nanoscience and nanotechnology.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: ENGRI 1200

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 10134 AEP 1200   LEC 001

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    • TR Clark Hall 700
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 10135 AEP 1200   LAB 401

  •  

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 10136 AEP 1200   LAB 402

  •  

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 10137 AEP 1200   LAB 403

  •  

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 10138 AEP 1200   LAB 404

  •  

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: ENGRI 1200

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 20427 AEP 1200   LEC 002

  •  
    • TR Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  • 20426 AEP 1200   LAB 405

  •  
    • M Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  • 20428 AEP 1200   LAB 406

  •  
    • T Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  • 20429 AEP 1200   LAB 407

  •  
    • W Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  • 20430 AEP 1200   LAB 408

  •  
    • R Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020

    • Kourkoutis, L

  • Instruction Mode: Online