Fundamentals of Nanosystems Engineering

Course Objectives

The objectives of NSE 201 are to develop in microsystems engineering students the knowledge and skills to:

• Communicate what is meant by “nanotechnology” and the scientific basis for its exponential growth in application and predicted impact on the world economy; 
• Explain the connections between nanotechnolgy and other disciplines (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics, engineering disciplines);
• Prove a framework for students to think and discuss devices and systems at the atomic/molecular scale;
• Identify the terminology, equipment, techniques, and devices that are used in the design, fabrication, and characterization of nanosystems;
• Discuss the possible societal impacts and consequences of nanotechnology

The course is combination of lectures and laboratory activities.  Questions about the course may be directed to Dr. Hisham Hegab.

Course Development suppoted by NSF-NUE Program (#EEC-047096)

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