Surface and Interface Science

Course title

0M101500

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Course content

This course is an overview of techniques and instrumentation used in surface, interface and thin film analysis. The principles of each technique will be given, followed by specific examples of practical applications.

Purpose of class

After taking this course students will have a basic knowledge of techniques used in surface analysis of metals, semiconductors and polymers. Students will learn specific applications and limitations of each technique and will be able to interpret data obtained with a given technique.

Goals and objectives

To understand the fundamental aspects of physics and chemistry of surfaces.
To understand properties of surfaces and techniques used for surface analysis.
To be familiar with thin film technology and surface modification techniques.

Language

English

Class schedule

	Class schedule	HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.)	Amount of Time Required
1．	Surface structures and properties.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
2．	Surface structure determination.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
3．	Band structure of solids.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
4．	Thermodynamics of surface processes.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
5．	Kinetics of surface processes.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
6．	Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis (ESCA, AES).	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
7．	Vibrational spectroscopy ( (IR, Raman, ATR-FTIR, SFG).	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
8．	Review lesson 1-7. Mid-term exam.	Review acquired knowledge and read designated chapters of the textbook.	300minutes
9．	Scanning probe microscopy (STM, AFM).	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
10．	Secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS).	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
11．	Vacuum technology for surface analysis.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
12．	Thin film growth.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
13．	Surface modification.	Read handouts and review your own knowledge on the topic.	90minutes
14．	Review lesson 1-13. Final exam.	Review acquired knowledge and read designated chapters of the textbook.	300minutes
Total.	-	-	1680minutes

Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

	Quizzes	Mid-term exam	Final exam	Class Activity	Total.
1.	15%	30%	40%	15%	100%
2.					0%
3.					0%
4.					0%
Total.	15%	30%	40%	15%	-

Evaluation method and criteria

Evaluation will be performed on the basis of exams results, quizess and class acitivty

Textbooks and reference materials

[1] G. Attard, C.Barnes – “Surfaces”; Oxford University Press 1998
[2] J. C. Vickerman – “Surface Analysis”; Wiley 1997
[3] K. Kolasinski – “Surface Science. Foundation of catalysis and nanoscience”; Wiley 2008

Prerequisites

None

Office hours and How to contact professors for questions

Please set an appointment by e-mail.

Relation to the environment

Regionally-oriented

Development of social and professional independence

Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills

Active-learning course

Most classes are interactive

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