Introduction to Nanofabrication and Nanoanalytics
Module PH2135
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Basic Information
PH2135 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 40 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2135 is Gregor Koblmüller.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
The module focuses on various methods of nanofabrication (optical, electron beam lithography, focused ion beam) and newer emerging techniques (x-ray lithography, nanoimprint, etc.). In particular the physical principles are discussed and limitations for each method given. Various synthesis and crystal growth methods for advanced semiconductor nanostructures will be further introduced such as chemical and physical vapor phase epitaxial techniques (MOVPE, MBE, etc.) and the growth of 0D,1D, and 2D materials highlighted. The second part of this module deals with specific nanoanalytical methods required for characterization of structural, surface and atomic properties of nanofabricated and synthesized materials. These include electron microscopy, surface analytical methods, ion beam analytical techniques, x-ray techniques, and some new sophisticated techniques.
Learning Outcome
The goal of the module is to provide the basic material science and applied physics background for the various nanofabrication and nanoanalytical methods offered in our institute.
Preconditions
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Introduction to Nanofabrication and Nanoanalytics | Koblmüller, G. |
singular or moved dates |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Media
Literature
- Nanofabrication (Principles, Capabilities and Limits), Zheng Cui, Springer 2008
- Epitaxy of Nanostructures, V.A. Shchukin, N.N. Ledentsov, D. Bimberg, Springer 2003
- Particle Beam Microanalysis (Fundamentals, Methods, and Applications), E. Fuchs, H. Oppolzer, H. Rehme, VCH 1990
- Handbook of Instrumentation and Techniques for Semiconductor Nanostructure Characterization, R. Haight, F. M. Ross, J. B. Hannon, World Scientific 2012
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.