CHE4172 - Nanotechnology and materials 2

Overview

Understanding of synthetic methods, properties and applications of nanomaterials, including zero-dimensional nanoparticles, one-dimensional nanostructures (nanotubes, nanorods, nanowires and nanofibres), two-dimensional thin films, nanoporous materials and nanofabrication techniques such as lithography and self-assembly. Emphasis on advanced nanomaterials and the importance of nanostructured materials used in various chemical engineering applications. Examples of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Understanding of synthetic methods, properties and applications of nanomaterials, including zero-dimensional nanoparticles, one-dimensional nanostructures (nanotubes, nanorods, nanowires and nanofibres), two-dimensional thin films, nanoporous materials and nanofabrication techniques such as lithography and self-assembly. Emphasis on advanced nanomaterials and the importance of nanostructured materials used in various chemical engineering applications. Examples of bionanotechnology-inspired nanostructures using biological building blocks in self-assembling processes.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Prerequisite

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Associate Professor Simon Corrie

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Chong Meng Nan

Associate Professor Simon Corrie

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Outline and combine concepts of nanostructures and nanofabrication, including different synthesis and characterisation methods.

Critically evaluate and discuss recent literature reports and case studies involving the application of nanomaterials to meet industry needs relevant to chemical and biological engineering processes and products.

Demonstrate how to evaluate the performance of nanomaterials under laboratory conditions.

Apply engineering methods to critically evaluate issues of feasibility and scalability as applied to nanomaterials and industrial applications.

Communicate your understanding of nanotechnology and materials in both written and oral formats and in both individual and team submissions.

Teaching approach

Peer assisted learning

Online learning

Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 60%

Final assessment: 40%

This unit contains hurdle requirements that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.

Assessment

1 - In-semester tests

2 - IGNIT assignment and presentation

You will have the opportunity to take a "deep dive" into a specific topic of interest by selecting a journal article from a top scientific journal published in the last 6 months. Based on this article, you will conduct a literature review to develop your skills in life-long learning and engage with generative AI in a constructive manner. You will also present your findings in an oral presentation.

Value %:25

Hurdle type:Threshold

Hurdle description:

This assessment task contributes to the total continuous assessment component of the unit hurdles.

3 - Laboratory report/presentation

You will conduct experiments to analyse the structure and function of a nanomaterial using a variety of approaches and/or the application of nanomaterials for real engineering problems, and then prepare and submit a technical lab report, along with a presentation of your key findings.

Value %:20

Hurdle type:Threshold

Hurdle description:

This assessment task contributes to the total continuous assessment component of the unit hurdles.

4 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories

Practical activities

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.

Learning resources

Required resources

Design of Advanced Photocatalytic Materials for Energy and Environmental Applications. J. Coronado, F. Fresno, M. Hernandez-Alonso, R. Portela. Publisher: Springer
Nanochemistry: A Chemical Approach to Nanomaterials. G.Ozin, A. Arsenault, L. Cademartiri. Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Nanotechnology: A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea. M. Ratner, D. Ratner. Publisher: Prentice Hall
Bionanotechnology: Lessons from Nature. D. Goodsell. Publisher: Wiley-Liss (Electronic version available at Monash University Library)

Other unit costs

The following item is mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.

Calculator

Protective clothing and equipment:
• Laboratory coat - approximately $35 to $50
• Safety glasses - approximately $8, or prescription safety glasses (if required) - approximately $350
• Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)

Costs are indicative only.

Availability in areas of study

Minor: Micro and nano technologies