phy2img imaging and materials charact
IMAGING AND MATERIALS CHARACTERISATION
PHY2IMG
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
On completion of this subject, students will be able to determine chemical and structural properties of materials using the techniques of optical microscopy, electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction, x-ray fluorescence and image analysis. Materials investigated include earth assemblages,(minerals and soils) and technological materials such as semiconductors and integrated circuits.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDongchen Qi
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites PHY1SCA or PHY1SCB or PHY1LSA or PHY1LSB or CHE1BAS or CHE1CHF or CHE1APL or CHE1GEN
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects PHY2IMC
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | An introduction to X-ray spectrometry | Recommended | Jenkins, R. | HEYDEN, 1974 |
| Readings | An introduction to X-ray spectrometry: X-ray fluorescence and electron microprobe analysis | Recommended | Williams, K. L | LONDON; BOSTON: ALLEN & UNWIN, 1987 |
| Readings | Computer-assisted microscopy: the measurement and analysis of images | Recommended | Russ, J. C. | NEW YORK: PLENUM PRESS, 1990 |
| Readings | Electron probe quantitation | Recommended | Heinrich, K.F.J. & Newbury, D. E. (eds) | NEW YORK: PLENUM PRESS, 1991 |
| Readings | Elements of X-ray Diffraction | Recommended | Cullity, B. D. | ADDISON-WESLEY. 1977 |
| Readings | Fundamentals of energy dispersive x-ray analysis | Recommended | Russ, J. C. | BUTTERWORTHS, 1984 |
| Readings | Principles of quantitative X-ray fluorescence analysis | Recommended | Tertian, R., Claisse, F. | HEYDEN, 1982 |
| Readings | The image processing handbook | Recommended | Russ, J. C. | BOCA RATON: CRC PRESS, 1995 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Diagrammatically represent, analyse and / or solve conceptual and mathematical problems related to imaging and materials characterisation.
- Activities:
- Students are assigned a set of image analysis tasks to perform using the ImageJ software. Students work individually to prepare and submit a report via the LMS detailing their procedures and solutions to these tasks. Students sit a final end of semester exam comprising short answer questions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Use accurate terminology and appropriate units to describe physical phenomena related to imaging and materials characterisation.
- Activities:
- Students are required to use appropriate terminology and units in all assessment elements (namely Image assignment, laboratory reports and exam).
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Perform experiments related to imaging and materials characterisation using standard physics laboratory techniques, equipment and software and assess the data to check for inappropriate, irrelevant or spurious results.
- Activities:
- Students complete three extended laboratory experiments of six hours duration each, and submit a report that indicates their ability to detail and assess experimental data. Students follow written and verbal laboratory instructions to conduct the experiments accurately and safely.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
04. Critically review and analyse research data in an ethical manner and interpret the results with reference to the scientific literature in order to develop appropriate conclusions and convey these in an appropriate manner in a written report.
- Activities:
- Students prepare an individual report in the style of a professional research journal article which accurately and ethically describes the experiment, its findings and draws appropriate conclusions. Students are provided with a template on which to base their report, along with graded examples of previous students' reports.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Inquiry/ Research(Inquiry/ Research)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
05. Collaborate in groups to complete laboratory experiments and submit reports.
- Activities:
- It is repeatedly stressed via the subject materials and orally that students in the group are expected to contribute equally to these activities. Students are expected to submit their own work (as instructed in the laboratory sessions). If they fail to do so, they are counselled after the first occasion by the demonstrator. For subsequent plagiarism, no marks are awarded and they are interviewed by the subject coordinator.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Teamwork(Teamwork)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDongchen Qi
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours laboratory class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam | 60 | 01, 02 | |
| Labs | 30 | 03, 04, 05 | |
| Assignment | 10 | 01, 02 |