This course introduces nanoscience and nanotechnology, focusing on how material properties change when size and structure
are reduced to the nanoscale. Students will learn the fundamental principles that govern nanosystems, including quantum confinement,
band structure, and charge transport.
The course covers nanoscale fabrication and synthesis methods, such as top-down and bottom-up approaches, and explains how these techniques enable the design of nanostructured materials and devices. Based on these fundamentals, students will study major applications of nanotechnology in nanoelectronics, nanophotonics, energy storage and conversion, chemical production, and biomedical fields.
Students will also become familiar with nanoscale characterization tools and basic health, safety, and environmental considerations related to nanotechnology. By combining theoretical concepts with practical examples, this course provides students with a broad understanding of nanotechnology and its role in modern science and engineering.
The course covers nanoscale fabrication and synthesis methods, such as top-down and bottom-up approaches, and explains how these techniques enable the design of nanostructured materials and devices. Based on these fundamentals, students will study major applications of nanotechnology in nanoelectronics, nanophotonics, energy storage and conversion, chemical production, and biomedical fields.
Students will also become familiar with nanoscale characterization tools and basic health, safety, and environmental considerations related to nanotechnology. By combining theoretical concepts with practical examples, this course provides students with a broad understanding of nanotechnology and its role in modern science and engineering.
The aim of this course is to help students understand basics of nanoscience and become familiar with emerging nanotechnologies.
This course is directed to undergraduate In this course, students will learn how materials behave when their size and structure
are reduced to the nanoscale, where physical and chemical properties differ fundamentally from those of bulk materials. The
purpose of this class is to provide students with a systematic understanding of nanoscale phenomena, based on essential principles
of quantum mechanics, chemical kinetics, and materials science, which form the foundation of modern nanotechnology.
Through this course, students will acquire the ability to connect nanoscale structure with electronic, optical, and transport properties, and to understand how these principles enable the design and operation of nanostructured materials and devices. Students will learn why nanoscale fabrication and synthesis approaches, such as top-down and bottom-up methods, are essential for controlling material functionality.
In addition, students will learn how nanotechnology is applied to key technological fields, including energy storage and conversion, chemical production, electronic and photonic devices, and biomedical applications. By becoming familiar with nanoscale characterization tools and basic safety considerations, students will acquire the knowledge necessary to critically evaluate nanotechnology-based solutions and to understand their societal and environmental impacts.
This course exists to equip students with foundational knowledge and practical perspectives on nanotechnology, enabling them to understand current technologies and to prepare for advanced study or professional work in materials science, engineering, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Through this course, students will acquire the ability to connect nanoscale structure with electronic, optical, and transport properties, and to understand how these principles enable the design and operation of nanostructured materials and devices. Students will learn why nanoscale fabrication and synthesis approaches, such as top-down and bottom-up methods, are essential for controlling material functionality.
In addition, students will learn how nanotechnology is applied to key technological fields, including energy storage and conversion, chemical production, electronic and photonic devices, and biomedical applications. By becoming familiar with nanoscale characterization tools and basic safety considerations, students will acquire the knowledge necessary to critically evaluate nanotechnology-based solutions and to understand their societal and environmental impacts.
This course exists to equip students with foundational knowledge and practical perspectives on nanotechnology, enabling them to understand current technologies and to prepare for advanced study or professional work in materials science, engineering, and related interdisciplinary fields.
| Goals and objectives | Course Outcomes | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | The students will be able to understand how nanoscale size and structure influence the physical and chemical properties of materials. |
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| 2. | The students will become familiar with basic principles of nanoscale fabrication and synthesis, including top-down and bottom-up approaches. |
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| 3. | The students will be able to understand charge transport and device operation in nanostructured electronic and photonic systems. |
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| 4. | The students will become familiar with nanotechnology applications in energy, chemical production, and biorelated fields, as well as basic nanoscale characterization tools and safety considerations. |
| Mid-term Exam | Final Exam | Quizess | Presentation | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 15% | 0% | 5% | 5% | 25% |
| 2. | 15% | 0% | 5% | 5% | 25% |
| 3. | 0% | 15% | 5% | 5% | 25% |
| 4. | 0% | 15% | 5% | 5% | 25% |
| Total. | 30% | 30% | 20% | 20% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Introduction to nanoscience, nanomaterials, and nanotechnology | Curiosity web search. | 180分 |
| Quiz #1: Amazing nanotechnology example. | |||
| 2. | Basics of quantum, statistical mechanics and chemical kinetics to understand of the nanosystems | Read handouts . | 100分 |
| Quiz #2: Content of class 1 | 90分 | ||
| 3. | Fabrication at the nanoscale. Top-down vs bottom-up fabrication. | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #3: Content of class 2 | 90分 | ||
| 4. | Synthesis of nanostructures. Molecular self-assembly | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #4: Content of class 3 | 90分 | ||
| 5. | Nanostructured materials and devices | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #5: Content of class 4 | 90分 | ||
| 6. | Nanostructures and nanotechnology in medicine: diagnostics and preventive applications | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #5: Content of class 5 | 90分 | ||
| 7. | Exam #1 and discussion on solutions to the exam's problems. Presentation on a free subject in nanoscience and nanotechnology. |
Review materials of class 1-6. | 300分 |
| 8. | Nanotechnology in energy storage, conversion, and chemical production | Read handouts | 100分 |
| 90分 | |||
| 9. | Nanophotonics and photonic materials | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #6 - Content of class 8 | 90分 | ||
| 10. | Charge transport in nanostructures | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #7 - Content of class 9 | 90分 | ||
| 11. | Nanoelectronics and molecular electronics | Read handouts | 100分 |
| Quiz #8 - Content of class 10 | 90分 | ||
| 12. | Nanoscale characterization tools. | Prepare ppt presentation. | 100分 |
| Quiz #9 - Content of class 11 | 90分 | ||
| 13. | Bionanotechnology. Health, safety, and environmental impacts | Prepare ppt presentation. | 100分 |
| Quiz #10 - Content of class 12 | 90分 | ||
| 14. | Exam #2 and discussion on solutions to the exam's problems. Presentation on a free subject in nanoscience and nanotechnology. |
Review materials for exam #2 | 300分 |
| Total. | - | - | 2870分 |
| A:Fundamental Mechanical Engineering | B:Advanced Mechanical Engineering | C:Environment and Materials Engineering | D:Chemistry and Biotechnology | E:Electrical Engineering and Robotics | G:Advanced Electronic Engineering | F:Information and Communications Engineering | L:Computer Science and Engineering | H:Urban Infrastructure and Environment |
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Students need at least 60% of the full score to pass this course.
Score is based on quizzes (20%), Mid-term exam (30%), Final exam (30%), and Presentation (20%).
Score is based on quizzes (20%), Mid-term exam (30%), Final exam (30%), and Presentation (20%).
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| The Others | Feedback is provided during office hours. Pls contact teacher in charge and make appointment. |
Handouts will be provided after each class.
[1] Shriver and Atkins" Inorganic Chemistry" 5th Edition 2010
[2] Introduction to nanoscience by S.M. Lindsay, Oxford University Press Inc.,, 2010.
[3] Nanostructures and Nanotechnology, 1st Edition by Douglas Natelson, Cambridge University Press 2014.
[1] Shriver and Atkins" Inorganic Chemistry" 5th Edition 2010
[2] Introduction to nanoscience by S.M. Lindsay, Oxford University Press Inc.,, 2010.
[3] Nanostructures and Nanotechnology, 1st Edition by Douglas Natelson, Cambridge University Press 2014.
Students enrolling this course should have knowledge and understanding of topics taught in Basic Physics and General Chemistry
A class.
- Contact via e-mail, the e-mail addresses to Izabela Rzeznicka: izabela[at]shibaura-it.ac.jp
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| N/A | N/A |
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- 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
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