nan1nan introduction to nanoscience

INTRODUCTION TO NANOSCIENCE

NAN1NAN

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In this subject you will be introduced to the special features of the 'Nanoworld', and explore the unusual scientific consequences of small surface to volume ratios. This subject will provide the necessary foundations for a subsequent career in nanotechnology or applied science. Students will participate in seminars given by nanotechnology professionals including academics and scientists working in industry. The subject will culminate in a student-led conference, which offers the opportunity to present case studies that explore nanoscale issues raised in classes.

SchoolMolecular Sciences (Pre 2022)

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorDavid Hoxley

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesN/A

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Identify and articulate, in writing, contemporary issues relating to the impact on the community of the use of nanotechnology in research, industry and government.

02. Relate the issues in nanotechnology articulated during the lecture series to a working industrial, research or government enterprise.

03. Communicate effectively the key scientific concepts and techniques addressed in the lectures to a scientific audience, using correct and appropriate terminology, symbols and references to the conventional scientific literature.

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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDavid Hoxley

Class requirements

Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays at night from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours unscheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.

WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
Two 3.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Week 2 and Week 12

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
4 written reports on seminar series (3000 word equivalent total)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	60	SILO1, SILO3
On-line quiz related to lecture materials (750 word equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	20	SILO1
Poster and presentation (750 word equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	20	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3