Nanomaterials
This elective module is designed to give a broad introduction to micro and nano-engineering.
General information:
- Nanomaterials module is available in second semester 2011/2012 academic year.
- Host Institution: University College Dublin
- Delivery mode: This course is available only to Dublin located students as there are on-site lectures at UCD:
- Friday: 11:00-12:50 (Sem2: All Weeks)
- Thursday: 11:00-11:50 (Sem2: All Weeks)
Course content:
Amongst the topics covered are: Nanotechnology, nanoparticles, nanotubes, surface engineering, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), micro-fabrication techniques and nano-bio interactions. Included also are characterisation techniques for the evaluation of the physical, mechanical and chemical properties of nanoparticles and surfaces. There is a particular emphasis on topics relevant to current research areas within the School, these include surface engineering, photovoltaic cells, biomedical device engineering and bio-nano interactions.The module has a strong focus on industrial applications of Nano / micro technology. Examples of applications in the microelectronics, medical device, packaging, solar energy device and micro tool industries will be demonstrated.
Pre-Requisite:
Students are expected to possess prior knowledge of college mathematics, physics, and chemistry, as well as in engineering subjects such as fundamental materials science, electronics, thermal-fluid, and systems design.
Nanomaterials - Module Descriptor will be available soon
Lecturer: Dr. Denis Dowling
Surface Engineering Group Director
University College Dublin
Denis has over 20 years experience in working in all aspects of materials science. He was responsible for setting up the Surface Engineering research group at Enterprise Ireland in 1990. He transferred this activity to UCD in 2004. Denis has managed a large number of both EU, SFI, EI and industry funded research projects. A specialist area of interest include the use of plasma treatments for the surface modification of materials. Amongst the applications areas of the deposited coatings are in medical devices, solar energy, food packaging and on engineering components. Denis also has an IMI post graduate diploma in business strategy and has worked as a consultant assisting companies to develop their R&D activities. He has over 80 papers in peer reviewed journals, over 40 other publications and 5 patents. He is the Irish representative on the COST Materials, Physical and Nanotechnology technical committee. He is also the chairman of the Irish branch of the Institute of Metal Finishing.
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