Course Title: Nanotechnology Characterisation

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Nanotechnology Characterisation

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

ONPS2156

City Campus

Undergraduate

135H Applied Sciences

Face-to-Face

 Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2007,
Sem 1 2016

ONPS2156

City Campus

Undergraduate

171H School of Science

Face-to-Face

 Sem 1 2018,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2024

Course Coordinator: Gary Bryant

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 2139

Course Coordinator Email: gary.bryant@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 14.07.003

Course Coordinator Availability: Email for appointment


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Assumed Knowledge

You should have a background in theoretical and practical chemistry, physics and mathematics to at least first-year level.


Course Description

The course will develop your critical thinking, problem solving and communication skills in nanotechnology, physics and chemistry - the skills that professional scientists will require during their career in solving synthetic, structural, and energetic problems associated with nanomaterials. It builds on the knowledge you have gained from your science courses in prior years.

Nanotechnology Practice comprises a series of recorded lectures, supported by tutorials and laboratories which aim to mature the understanding you have already developed in the Nanotechnology and Science programs.


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BP247 Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)/Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences): 

  • PLO 1.1: You will demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method and an ability to apply the scientific method in practice. 
  • PLO 2.1:  You will have broad knowledge in your chosen discipline, with deep knowledge in its core concepts. 
  • PLO 2.2:  You will have knowledge in at least one discipline other than your primary discipline and some understanding of interdisciplinary linkages. 
  • PLO 3.2: You will be able to gather, critically review and synthesise information relevant to a scientific inquiry or research project. 
  • PLO 3.4: You will demonstrate well-developed problem solving skills, applying your knowledge and using your ability to think analytically and creatively. 
  • PLO 4.1: You will be able to communicate the solution to a problem or the results of a scientific investigation using effective oral, written and presentation skills.
  • PLO 5.1: You will develop a capacity for independent and self-directed work. 
  • PLO 5.2: You will work responsibly, safely, legally and ethically. 

 


Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Describe the basic science behind a range of advanced experimental and computational techniques.
  2. Place in context the various experimental techniques, the information they provide, and their application for the investigation of various problems in nanotechnology.
  3. Report your work in a clear and precise way through assignments, reports and oral presentations.
  4. Draw on a sound knowledge base in order to develop a systematic approach to solving scientific problems related specifically to nanotechnological materials.
  5. Present problem solving strategies and worked solutions using conventional scientific and mathematical notation.

 


Overview of Learning Activities

You will learn by:

  • watching recorded lectures where the syllabus content will be introduced and your interaction with the material will be encouraged and directed (developing the knowledge capability dimension);
  • participation in class discussion during tutorials, where principles and concepts will be explored (developing the knowledge capability);
  • undertaking set problems and exercises to develop familiarity with numerical calculations, and application of concepts to the solution of abstract problems (developing the technical and critical analysis and problem solving capabilities).
  • self-directed exploration of lecture material, texts, online and library resources;
  • viewing demonstrations, videos or simulations of relevant physical scenarios to clarify analysis of them (developing the technical and critical analysis and problem solving capabilities);
  • participate in laboratory classes and analyse and critically evaluate data;
  • conduct computational studies using standard tools.

A detailed schedule will be provided on Canvas and in class.

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course. 


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Assignments 
Weighting 24%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 

Assessment Task 2: Laboratory participation and journal
Weighting 24% 
This assessment task supports (CLOs 1, 2, 3, 5) 

Assessment Task 3: Laboratory written reports
Weighting 36% 
This assessment task supports (CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 

Assessment Task 4: Negotiated Assessment (Talk or Written Report)
Weighting 16%
This assessment task supports (CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.