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MASTER GUIDE MSc Nanotechnology 2013/2014

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Word of welcome Dear Student, Welcome to the University of Twente and more specifically to the MSc program in Nanotechnology. This program is offered to you as a joint venture of the Faculty of Science and Technology and the MESA+ institute for Nanotechnology, which is part of the University Twente. The objective of this MSc program is to train scientists with various backgrounds in the new interdisciplinary field of nanotechnology for careers in industry, academia and government.

Nanotechnology focuses on the design and creation of functional materials, structures, devices and systems by directly controlling matter on the nanometer scale. It is an interdisciplinary field specializing in structures ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers in size, a world where the physical and chemical properties of materials undergo quantitative and qualitative changes. Nanomaterials and their specific properties can be used for a wide range of applications and incorporated into larger assemblies, systems and architectures.

Nanotechnology has major implications for the world around us: from new solar cells and energy innovations to breakthroughs in medical diagnosis. Nanomaterials offer an inexpensive and readily available resource with the potential to improve all our lives.

The interdisciplinary MSc program in nanotechnology brings together expertise and knowhow from a variety of research groups active in fields such as physics, chemistry, engineering and life sciences. You are trained and will develop competencies and problem-solving skills to approach a problem with an interdisciplinary view. This is clearly different when compared to any traditional MSc program such as applied physics or chemical technology, in which you are trained to approach a problem from only one particular perspective. This MSc will introduce the different aspects of nanotechnology from an interdisciplinary viewpoint, and will teach you to think across traditional fields.

This Master Guide Nanotechnology contains all the information you need during your MSc. A description of both compulsory modules and elective modules is given, allowing you to find the right modules for your personal program. Furthermore this Guide contains useful information on the University of Twente, its campus and student life.

I wish you all the best in your MSc Nanotechnology, which will prepare you for a career in the exciting field of nanotechnology.

Sincerely yours, Martin Bennink, Program coordinator MSc Nanotechnology

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1

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STRUCTURE OF MSc PROGRAM

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Program structure List of modules Organization and study load of the program Course schedules Course evaluation Internship / Industrial training MSc thesis assignment Workshop “Fundamentals of Nanotechnology” Nanotechnology seminars MESA+ Annual Meeting Nanocafe INASCON student nanotechnology conference

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DETAILED COURSE INFORMATION

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Core modules Nanotechnology modules Homologation modules Elective modules – block 1A Elective modules – block 1B Elective modules – block 2A Elective modules – block 2B Elective modules – not limited to any specific block (all year)

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RESEARCH GROUPS

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MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology Strategic Research Programs (SRO’s) Participating research groups

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EXAMINATION AND OTHER UT POLICIES

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Student’s Charter (including OER) Osiris Absence Exemption from courses Examination procedures

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STUDY FACILITIES

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Bureau of Educational Affairs (SO&A-TNW) “MSc NT” rooms IT services BlackBoard Online course information system Student services Student card Chip card University library English courses

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OTHER INFORMATION

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Organization of the MSc Nanotechnology Faculty Science and Technology Committees and boards Student Union International Office Student associations

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APPENDICES

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Course evaluation form Form: Contract MSc thesis assigment Form: Application form for MSc Exam and MSc Colloquium Assessment form MSc thesis project Map of UT campus Academic holidays Calendar 2012 Calendar 2013 Notes

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STRUCTURE OF THE MSc PROGRAM MSc Nanotechnology 2013/2014

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Program structure The two-year MSc in Nanotechnology is a full-time program of 120 EC (European credits) The first year (M1) In the first year (M1) you will take a number of specialized courses and practicals, which are schematically depicted in the figure below.

Half of the courses in the first year M1 are core modules that are compulsory for all students (shown in red). The other modules provide greater freedom of choice: you will select 15 credits’ worth of nanotechnology modules and 15 credits’ worth of elective courses. The nanotechnology modules that can be selected are:

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The final 15 ec (shown in yellow in the first diagram) are elective courses. You can choose the latter from a wide selection of relevant courses from a range of MSc programs, including Applied Physics, Chemical Technology, Biomedical Engineering and Electrical Engineering. The aim is to prepare you for your second-year MSc thesis assignment.

The second year (M2)

In the second year you will do a three-month internship and your final MSc thesis assignment. You will do your internship (15 credits) at a company working in the field of nanotechnology or within a research group at another university or research institute active in the field. For the remaining 45 credits, you will conduct a nanotechnology research project within one of the groups of the MESA+ institute for Nanotechnology. This research project will be concluded with the writing of your MSc thesis, which you will defend in front of a committee and a public audience.

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List of modules List of MSc Nanotechnology modules Core modules

EC

Block Code

Nanoscience

5.0

1A

193400050

Characterization of nanostructures

5.0

1A

193400160

Fabrication of nanostructures

5.0

1B

193400150

Cleanroom course

2.0

2A

193400190

Paper and presentation

3.0

2A

193400081

Laboratory course

5.0

2B

193400070

Societal embedding of nanotechnology

2.5

2B

193400170

Technology venturing

2.5

2B

193400180

Internship / Industrial training

15.0

-

193409509

Scientific aspects

25.0

-

193409100

General aspects

20.0

-

193409200

Nanotechnology modules

EC

Block Code

Nano-optics

5.0

1B

193400131

Nano-electronics

5.0

1B

193400141

Bionanotechnology

5.0

2A

193400111

Nano-fluidics

5.0

2A

193400121

Nanodevices

5.0

2B

201100129

Nanomedicine

5.0

2B

201200220

MSc thesis assignment

You must select a minimum of 3 nanotechnology modules (15 EC) in your program.

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Homologation modules Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the MSc program and the various backgrounds the enrolled students have from their BSc education, it is possible to use 5 ec of the elective space for a homologation module. This module is a BSc-level course and is typically done in the first block (1A) of the program. Suggested homologation modules are: Homologation modules

EC

Block

Code

Program*

Applied molecular spectroscopy

3.0

1A

191360250

CT / B2

Chem. and techn. of organic materials

5.0

1A

191355390

CT / B3

Introduction to optics

5.0

1A

191460121

AP / B

Physics of atoms and molecules

4.0

1A

191340201

CT / B2

Surfaces and thin layers

5.0

1A

193550020

AP / M1

Organic chemistry

4.0

1B

191320013

CT / B2

Statistical physics

5.0

1B

191410021

AP / B2

Applied optics

5.0

2A

191440201

AP / B3

Classical mechanics

5.0

2A

191411272

AP / B2

Introduction quantum mechanics

5.0

2A

191411281

AP / B2

Introduction to semiconductor devices

5.0

2A

201000237

EE / B

Physical materials science

5.0

2A

191420131

AP / B3

Computational physics

2.5

2B

191407080

AP / B3

Kinetics and catalysis

5.0

2B

201100114

CT / B2

Molecular and cellular biophysics

5.0

2B

193902710

AP / B3

*First abbreviation in this column refers to the program: Applied Physics (AP), Chemical Technology (CT), or Electrical Engineering (EE), and the second code refers to Bachelor (B) or Master (M) followed by the year.

This list of homologation modules is based upon what is considered as prior knowledge for the different modules in the MSc program. The choice for the module does depend on your BSc background and the elective nanotechnology courses you wish to take. Please consult the study advisor or program coordinator to determine which homologation module you need to take.

For students that do not need any homologation, 5 ec can be used for another elective course.

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Elective modules The elective modules of the MSc Nanotechnology are modules that are part of the other MSc programs such as Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Biomedical Technology. The elective modules listed here are a selection which is considered to fit within a MSc Nanotechnology program or are required for your master project within one or more of the participating research groups.

Since these modules are part of other MSc programs, the organization, lecture times can be subjected to changes. For a full list of available lectures and up to date information on the courses, please consult Osiris course information database at: http://osiris.utwente.nl/student/OnderwijsCatalogus.do For more detailed information on when electives are given and where, please refer to the schedules of the other MSc programs, which can be found at: For up-to-date schedules, please go to: www.utwente.nl/so/student/onderwijs/roosters/ The elective modules are sorted per block and then alphabetically

Block 1A Course title

EC

Block Code

AMM Molecular and biomolecular chem and techn

5

1A

193700020

Advanced fluid dynamics

5

1A

193570010

AMM Characterization

5

1A

193700010

Applied quantum mechanics

5

1A

191411291

Biomedical materials engineering I

5

1A

193740020

Capillarity and wetting phenomena

5

1A

193565000

Colloids and interfaces

5

1A

193735060

Quantum optics

5

1A

193515000

Soft and biological matter

5

1A

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Surfaces and thin layers

5

1A

193550020

Theoretical solid state physics

5

1A

193510040

Block 1B Course title

EC

Block Code

Biomedical membrane applications

5

1B

193735040

Biophysical techniques and molecular imaging

5

1B

193640020

Controlled drug and gene delivery

5

1B

193740010

Electronic structure theory I

5

1B

193510020

Introduction to superconductivity

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1B

193530000

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Nonlinear optics

5

1B

193520030

Surface science

5

1B

193550010

Technology

5

1B

191210730

Block 2A Course title

EC

Block Code

Advanced materials

5

2A

193530020

AMM Inorganic materials science

5

2A

193700040

AMM Project organic materials

5

2A

193700050

Biomedical materials engineering II

5

2A

193740030

Experimental laser physics and nonlinear optics

5

2A

193520040

Integrated circuit technology

5

2A

191211440

Integrated optics

5

2A

191210880

Materials for information storage

5

2A

191210820

Micro electro mechanical systems design

5

2A

191211300

Optics of atoms, molecules and semiconductors

5

2A

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Nanophysics

5

2A

193530010

Physical organic chemistry

5

2A

193775020

Block 2B Course title

EC

Block Code

Advanced experimental methods

5

2B

193550000

Biochemistry

5

2B

193740050

Lab on a chip

5

2B

191211120

Course title

EC

Block Code

Advanced semiconductor devices

5

-

191211000

Organic chemistry of polymers

5

-

193740040

Capita selecta courses*

5

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All year

*All research groups offer 5 EC Capita Selecta modules, that you can take as an elective in your MSc program. For detailed information, please look at the Osiris Online Course Catalog (https://osiris.utwente.nl/student/OnderwijsCatalogus.do) or contact the group leader.

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Organization and study load of the program The MSc Nanotechnology program is a 2-year program (120 ec). As all other BSc and MSc programs at the University of Twente the year starts in September and ends at the beginning of July. Each year is divided into 4 blocks, which are referred to as 1A, 1B, 2A and 2B. Block

Weeks

Dates

Block 1A Instruction weeks

36 - 43

Sept 2 - Oct 25

44, 45

Oct 28 - Nov 8

46 - 51, 2, 3

Nov 12 - Dec 21, Jan 7 - Jan 18

4, 5

Jan 20 - Jan 31

6 - 8, 10 - 14

Febr 3 - Febr 21, March 3 - April 4

15, 16

April 7 - April 18

17 - 25

April 21 - June 20

26, 27

June 23 - July 4

Exam weeks Block 1B Instruction weeks Exam weeks Block 2A Instruction weeks Exam weeks Block 2B Instruction weeks Exam weeks

NOTE: Blocks used to be referred to as quarters, which were numbered 1 to 4.

With a total of 120 ec over 2 years, each block is equivalent to 15 ec, which is roughly equivalent to 3 modules (most of modules are 5 ec). 1 EC is equivalent to 28 hours of study, making 1680 hours per year.

For a typical module having a load of 5 EC, this means 140 hours study load on average.

This includes lectures, tutorials, project work, report, assignments, self study and examination.

All modules of the MSc Nanotechnology are provided in the English language.

Course schedules The course schedule (‘rooster’ in Dutch) is providing detailed information on the location and times, where and when lectures, tutorials, assignments, etc. related to specific courses are given. These schedules also contain information on examinations, re-sit opportunities and closing dates for exam registration.

For up-to-date schedules for each educational activity at the University, go to: https://rooster.utwente.nl Here you can create your personal schedule based on the courses/programs you select. If you use the log-in feature, this page saves your schedule. It is also possible to integrate the schedule into your personal digital agenda (for more information, please consult the help-pages on the website)

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For a one-page overview of the schedule of 1 block, please go to the NT website (www.utwente.nl/nt) and select “Schedule MSc Nanotechnology”.

Lecture times In the one-page schedule the lecture times are indicated with numbers from 1 to 9. Most lectures are scheduled as double-hours, meaning 1-2, 3-4, 6-7 and 8-9. Number 5 is the lunch break. These numbers refer to the following times: Number

Time

Number Time

1

8.45 – 9.30 hrs

6

13.45 – 14.30 hrs

2

9.45 – 10.30 hrs

7

14.45 – 15.30 hrs

3

10.45 – 11.30 hrs

8

15.45 – 16.30 hrs

4

11.45 – 12.30 hrs

9

16.45 – 17.30 hrs

5

12.45 – 13.40 hrs

Locations The location where a lecture, tutorial, or exam is given is mentioned in the schedule using different 2-letter codes. The number following right after the code is the room number within that building, the first number in most cases referring to the floor.

Code Building

Code

Buiding

Code

Building

CU

Cubicus

VR

Vrijhof

HT

Horsttoren

HO

Hogekamp

WA

Waaier

NH

Noordhorst

RA

Ravelijn

ZI

Zilverling

OH

Oosthorst

SP

Spiegel

CR

Carré

WH

Westhorst

SC

Sportcentrum

NA

Nanolab

ZH

Zuidhorst

TE

Temp

HR

Horstring

ME

Meander

Course evaluation As part of the quality control and management of the education program offered in the Master Nanotechnology, you are kindly requested to take some time to fill out a course evaluation form after taking the course and the exam.

Please note that this evaluation is confidential and anonymous. In most cases these forms are handed to you during the exam, or the last meeting during a particular course. In case you did not receive this, you can download the form from the NT website (www.utwente.nl/nt). A printed version of this form can be found in the appendix of this guide.

“Student panels” is another tool used to gather valuable information on the modules themselves and how they fit in the MSc program. These panels, typically having 4 to 5 students, are organized once every 6 months.

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Internship / Industrial training (code 193409509) The external training or internship is a compulsory part of the MSc Nanotechnology program. The experience is a great help in orientating yourself on your future career in the field of nanotechnology. Students of the master’s program with a preceding HBObachelor’s diploma have an adapted program without a training period. If they wish they may ask for a training period as well.

Aims of the internship are: • Application of knowledge and competencies in daily work conditions • Work experience at aspirant engineer level outside the University of Twente, preferably in the industry in foreign countries • Gain experience in application procedures • Gain experience in project implementation and report writing • Gain experience in the international engineering society.

The minimal duration of the training period is 10 weeks and the upper limit is 20 weeks. If you spend more than 10 weeks for your internship, your MSc-project will become shorter.

The minimal duration of the MSc-project is 6 months. The credits to be earned for the internship are 15 EC (minimum) to 30 EC (maximum). Please note that in order to get more than 15 EC for the internship, approval of the Board of Examiners is needed.

Admission At the start of your internship you need to have completed 50 ec of the first year’s program. For international students it is strongly advised to do the internship after the MSc thesis project.

Information sessions Two times a year an information session is held, in March and September. The coordinator provides general information about the external training. Moreover, per session 3-4 students will tell about their experience (preparation, application, experience on the place, evaluation) as well. It is advised to attend at least one session, about 1 year before the start of the external training. The examples stimulate thinking about your plans.

The sessions will be announced in your schedule.

Internship guide More information on the internship can be found in the internship/external training guide at the internship site of the University: www.stage.utwente.nl/en/ . The link to the manual is: www.utwente.nl/stage/en/Manual/manual/ . Use the guide to check for general information (insurances, security rules, etc.).

Coordinator for internships is Betty Folkers email: stage@tnw.utwente.nl phone 2772 For general matters you can contact the secretarial office: Annemiek Vos, email: stage@tnw.utwente.nl phone 3932

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MSc thesis assignment

(codes 193409100 and …200)

This section contains very important information on how to proceed if you have decided on a research group in which you wish to start your MSc thesis assignment within the MSc Nanotechnology program.

Please read this information very carefully.

BEFORE STARTING THE ASSIGNMENT - As soon as you have decided in which research group you want to do your final MSc thesis assignment, please contact the head of the research group to discuss the project in detail.

- Fill out the MSc thesis assignment contract. In this document you need to provide information regarding the starting date of the assignment, a short description of the assignment, the committee members, an overview of the modules you have finished already, and a list of modules that still need to be done (if applicable).

- Make sure this form is sent to BOZ-TNW (att. Mrs. Pinar Sarier-Iz) at least one month before the starting date of the assignment.

- After this in a few weeks you will receive a written letter with the decision made by the Board of Examinations. Please note that you cannot start before you have received this letter.

WHEN YOU ARE READY FOR YOUR COLLOQUIUM - In order to set a date for your MSc thesis colloquium, you will need to fill out the Application for MSc Exam and MSc colloquium form. In this form you will indicate the date of your MSc colloquium and whether you have finished all the required modules of the master.

- Please send this application form one month before the date of your MSc colloquium.

- In case you have fulfilled all the other modules required for the MSc degree, you will receive the diploma directly after receiving the grades for your MSc thesis assignment.

- Also download the Assessment criteria form, which is a list of criteria that are used in the assessment. Make sure all your committee members do have a copy of this.

FORMS AND DOCUMENTS The different forms and documents can be found in the Appendices in this Master Guide.

You can also find these on the MSc NT website (in Word version) at www.utwente.nl/nt and selecting “Documents for the MSc thesis assignment (code 340900)”.

Filled out forms need to be send to BOZ-TNW Horstring Z 204/20, att. Mrs. Pinar Sarier-Iz.

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Workshop “Fundamentals of Nanotechnology�

This course provides a first introduction with the complete scope of what nanotechnology is about. The workshop is set up for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows with a training in electrical engineering, applied physics, chemical engineering or any other applied science and who are starting to work or are currently working in the field of nanotechnology.

The workshop is also an integral part of the MSc Nanotechnology curriculum.

The workshop is organized in the 2nd exam week of the first block (November 4, 5, 7 and 8), having lectures, and corresponding lab-tours and other activities during 4 full days. The lectures will be given by MESA+ researchers that are active in the nanotechnology research area.

Upon attending all lectures you will receive a certificate of attendance.

More information and a detailed program can be found at: www.mesaplus.utwente.nl/fon

Nanotechnology seminars MESA+ seminars Interdisciplinary seminars held the second Tuesday in the month.

Colloquia start at 16.00 hrs and end around 17.15 hrs in room Prof.Dr. G. Berkhoff (GB) (formely room 4) of the Waaier. Format is having one PhD student or postdoc giving a 15 minute presentation with 5 minutes question, followed by a 45 minute talk of an invited speaker in the field of nanotechnology. Coffee is served from 15.45 hrs just outside the auditorium. Drinks (including beer) are served afterwards.

More detailed information on the program, check the MESA+ website: www.utwente.nl/mesaplus/

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MESA+ Annual Meeting 2013 Time: Monday, September 16th, 2013 Venue: Wolff CineStar, Colosseum 60, Enschede Full day conference for all MESA+ members (about 450 people), including the MSc students Nanotechnology. The meeting has three plenary lectures of 3 international renowned speakers, and parallel session with 20 minute talks of PhD students and postdoces. Furthermore poster session with about 60 posters on ongoing nanotechnology research at MESA+.

Dinner and lunch is included.

Deadline for registration is 13 September 2012.

For more information, check the MESA+ website: www.utwente.nl/mesaplus/

Nanocafé

“NanoCafe” is an initiative from the MSc Nanotechnology, organized by and for students within the program and other students interested in nanotechnology. Aim is to get together, listening to some presentations on a wide variety of topics (nanotechnology, someones interest, country of birth, anything …) while having a drink, and/or food.

The first Nanocafe is scheduled during lunch on the MESA+ Annual Meeting (Monday September 16th)

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INASCON student nanotechnology conference

INASCON is an annual conference organized by students for students, at the end of August. It is aimed at students who have finished at least two years of study at a nanoscience or nanoscience related university program. The conference will consist of: • Talks by invited speakers • Workshops / group activities • Talks and poster presentations by the attending students • Social activities Owing to the format of the conference, several opportunities are offered to the attending students, including: • Discover potential universities for stays abroad • Find inspiration for your Bachelor, Master or PhD project • Meet and network with students from across Europe This conference has now been organized 7 times at different locations (Denmark, Switzerland, Netherlands, Germany).

For more information, visit the website www.inascon.eu/

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Core modules Core modules

EC

Block Code

Nanoscience

5.0

1A

193400050

Characterization of nanostructures

5.0

1A

193400160

Fabrication of nanostructures

5.0

1B

193400150

Cleanroom course

2.0

2A

193400190

Paper and presentation

3.0

2A

193400081

Laboratory course

5.0

2B

193400070

Societal embedding of nanotechnology

2.5

2B

193400170

Technology venturing

2.5

2B

193400180

Internship / Industrial training

15.0

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193409509

Scientific aspects

25.0

-

193409100

General aspects

20.0

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193409200

MSc thesis assignment

193400050 5.0 ec

1A

Nanoscience

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet, dr. A.A. Golubov,

Description

Fundamentals of nanoscopic physics. Introduction to Nanoelectronics (topdown vs bottom-up approach, relevant length scales). Wave/particle duality, wave functions, wave packets and Heisenberg uncertainty relations. Free and confined electrons, free electron model, density of states, band theory (periodic potential), tunnel junctions/resonant tunneling, single electron tunneling.

Electronic structure of quantum dots, quantum wires and quantum wells and their transport properties. Coulomb blockade and single electron transistor.

Objective

Introduction to the fundamentals of nanoscience

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

193400160 5.0 ec

1A

Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics By George W. Hanson. Pearson, Prentice Hall (Upper Saddle River, New Jersey) ISBN 978-0-13-195708-4

Characterization of nanostructures

Lecturer(s)

Dr. P.M. Schon, dr.ing. A.J.H.M. Rijnders

Content

This module will introduce and discuss a wide range of modern, state-of-the-art analytical techniques and tools (XPS, SIMS, TEM, SEM, AFM, neutron, X-ray and light scattering, diffraction, NMR etc.) to characterize structure and properties of nanostructures. The central goal is to provide a fundamental understanding of various aspects of molecular, nanoscale and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterication that are essential for the study of nanostructures.

Objective

To explain and identify the physical and instrumental principles of techniques

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used for the characterization of nanostructures including molecular and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterization of organic and inorganic materials and their application to specific questions. By the end of this course the students are able to estimate specific nanostructure materials and molecular properties from given examples and problems.

Assessment

Written essays and oral examination

Course material

Supporting book, not obligatory, covers only artly the course topics: Yang Leng, Materials Characterization John Wiley & Sons, 2008 Handouts; review articles; Powerpoint presentations of the lectures

193400150 5.0 ec

1B

Fabrication of nanostructures

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr.ir. J. Huskens, dr.ir. H.V. Jansen

Content

The course will introduce the techniques that are available for creating nanostructures, both top-down (e.g. optical lithography techniques) as well as bottom-up (self-assembly/nanochemistry). The course is therefore divided into two sections: S1. Top-down lithopraphy (Dr. Henri V. Jansen) S2. Bottom-up nanochemistry (Prof.Dr. Jurriaan Huskens) Detailed setup of Section 1 (Top-down lithography) 1.

MEMS-based nanotechnology 2.

Nanosieve (laser interference litho and focused ion beam milling) 3.

Nanoimprint (next generation lithography, edge lithography and stamps) 4.

Nanotips (scanning probe microscopy; probes and tetratip) 5.

3D nanofabrication (corner litho and fractals) 6.

Nanochannels Detailed setup of Section 2 (Nanochemistry) 1.

Introduction to Nanochemistry 2.

Gold 3.

Quantum dots 4.

Silica 5.

Polydimethylsiloxane 6.

Iron oxide 7.

Carbon

Objective

- To understand the position of nanofabrication in the field of nanotechnology, and to understand its relationships with other disciplines (chemistry, physics, microfabrication, engineering, electronics, biology,...)

- To understand basic concepts of nanofabrication, and its main classes (topdown, bottom-up, lithography, self-assembly) - To apply these concepts in (nano)chemical and materials contexts

Prior knowledge

- Basics in organic chemistry and materials

Assessment

Written examination and essay writing

Course material

"Concepts of Nanochemistry" by L. Cademartiri and G. A. Ozin; Wiley, ISBN: 978-3-527-32597-9.

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193400190 2.0 ec

2A

Cleanroom course

Coordinator

A.J.S.M. Jenneboer, G.P.M. Roelofs, dr. ir. M.L. Bennink

Description

This module is a practical training session in the MESA+ cleanroom. After a short introduction and safety course you have to make a process document to start the hands-on training. Then you will enter the cleanroom and get the hands-on training on the different instruments available there for the fabrication and characterization of nanostructures. After the hands-on training you will write a concise report (5-7 pages) in which you describe your activities and results.

Objective

This module is a practical hands-on training which will allows to : (i) get practical training in a cleanroom environment (using different techniques used in fabrication and characterization of nanostructures) (ii) get acquainted and gain experience in working in a cleanroom

Prior knowledge

Fabrication of nanostructures (340015) Characterization of nanostructures (340016)

Assessment

- work performed during the course - written report

Remark

The cleanroom course is done in small groups of 3 or 4 students.

193400081 3.0 ec

2A

Paper and presentation

Lecturer(s)

Mw. dr. ir. J.G.M. Becht

Description

The course Paper & Presentation deals with all kinds of skills you need being a scientist: from defining a topic, through searching and evaluating information, keeping notebooks, to writing and presenting your results.

Objective

Deliverables are: a search strategy, scientific paper, conference presentation, poster, short presentation, peer feedback, active participation.

Assessment

- result of the literature search - written scientific paper - oral presentation

Course material

Scientific papers

Additional info

This course is connected to the Laboratory Course (193400070), which sets the scientific topic.

193400070 5.0 ec

2B

Laboratory course

Coordinator

Dr. ir. M.L. Bennink

Description

This module is a practical training course, in which you will work for about 3 weeks (full time) in one of the research laboratories of MESA+. It will provide you with an introduction into working in a lab environment and includes handson practical work. The module is concluded with the writing of a concise report (10-12 pages) which together with your experimental work will be evaluated.

To get started you need to identify a research group for an assignment, and fill out the form (download from www.utwente.nl/nt). The choice of the lab will be

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one that you have not worked in before, since the purpose of this module is to broaden your scope.

Objective

The objective of this practical course is to get acquainted and to learn to work in an interdisciplinary research laboratory environment in the field of nanotechnology.

Prior knowledge

Fabrication of nanostructures (340015) Characterization of nanostructures (340016)

Assessment

- work performed in the lab - written report

Additional info

This course connected with Paper and Presentation (193400081), which focuses on training skills to search systematically literature, write a scientific paper and give a presentation. The topic of the lab course is the same as that for Paper and presentation.

193400170 2.5 ec

2B

Societal embedding of nanotechnology

Lecturer(s)

Dr. K.E. Konrad

Objective

After following this course, the student is able to 1. describe current challenges in the societal embedding of nanotechnology.

2. describe concepts from science, technology and innovation studies referring to social mechanisms, processes and patterns structuring the societal embedding of new technologies.

3. relate and apply these concepts tot cases in the domain of nanotechnologies and nano-based innovations.

4. develop a position of his or her own on contested issues related to the societal embedding of nanotechnologies and justify it by drawing on concepts, approaches and patterns presented in the course.

Description

Turning nanotechnology into working and acceptable products and systems implies much more than proper technical functioning; it has to be actively embedded into society as well. New products and systems have to be integrated into existing socio-technical contexts, for instance users, practices and business environments; they have to be admissible according to national, international or sector-wide rules and standards, and they have to be accepted in the wider public.

In this course you will learn about and discuss current issues related to the societal embedding of nanotechnology, in particular the embedding of new products into specific application contexts, the governance of promises and risks, organization of responsibilities related to innovation, and the role of the public in the development of nanotechnology. You will get acquainted with social science concepts to approach these issues and learn about relevant patterns in the dynamics of the societal embedding of new technologies.

Objective

-

Assessment

written exam

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193400180 2.5 ec

2B

Technology venturing

Lecturer(s)

Dr. P. Bliek

Description

Technology venturing introduces the master student to the world of creating business using new technologies such as nano-technology. It will discuss methods and techniques to assess opportunities, to develop business concepts and exploitation.

Students will work (depending on the amount enlisted - in groups) on a selfchosen technology or research outcome in the nanotech area - preferable of UT-origin - and write for it a Technology Foundation STW Valorization Grant 2nd phase, in which the principles of operation, state of the art, applications & interaction of the technology are described and the planned commercialization of it is registered.

An important aspect of the course is the development of ‘academic skills’, like information literacy (gathering scientific information in a structured way), working in a group (structuring meetings, planning, dividing tasks, deadlines, etc.), presenting results in a written report and oral presentation.

During the project two reports are written, a halfway report and a final report.

Both reports are a group effort. Also two presentations have to be given. Both presentations are individual efforts.

Objective

The central theme in the Technology Venturing course is attracting funds for the ‘Commercialization of a Technology’ (or a product/service based on it). The goal is to give students an introduction into the field of high-tech entrepreneurship and the different elements that play a part in it.

Prior knowledge

-

Assessment

Reports, presentations

Course material

Reader, New Venture Handbook

193409509 15.0 ec

Internship / Industrial training

Coordinator

Ing. A. Folkers

Description

The internship is a compulsory part of the MSc program in Nanotechnology.

You will either participate in an industrial training at a company/institute or complete an internship period at another University abroad. For international students there is a choice to do either an internship/industrial training or a research project in any of the research groups of another university in the Netherlands.

Objective

Industrial and/or practical training

Assessment

- Work performed - Written internship report - Oral presentation in company or institute (optional)

Additional info

Visit the website of the faculty Science and Technology for more information on the industrial training or consult the information in this Master Guide or contact Mevr. A. Folkers directly

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MSc thesis assigment

Contact person

Dr. M.L. Bennink

Description

The individual MSc thesis assignment is the completion of the MSc program.

For this assignment you will spend 6 to 7 months in one of the participating research groups and conduct a full research project. Under guidance and supervision of a PhD student and/or senior researcher, you will start with an extensive literature survey (reported in a literature report), followed by some experimental work. At the end of the experimental work, you will write up your results in a MSc thesis report that you will defend in a presentation in front of a public audience. Occasionally, the assignment can be (partially) conducted at an organization outside the UT.

Objective

Perform a scientific research project in an academic environment

Assessment

- Research work performed - Written thesis report - Oral presentation of the results You will receive 2 marks for the MSc thesis assignment. The first mark represents the scientific aspects (25 ec) and the second mark represents the general aspects (20 ec). For more detailed information on what aspects are evaluated, check the Assessment Form in the Appendices of this Master Guide.

More information

Before you start with your MSc thesis assignment, the assignment itself and your study program must be evaluated by the Board of Examinations. Please send in the required form (see elsewhere in this guide) about one month before you want to start.

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Nanotechnology modules You need to select at least 3 out of the following list: Nanotechnology modules

EC

Block Code

Nano-optics

5.0

1B

193400131

Nano-electronics

5.0

1B

193400141

Bionanotechnology

5.0

2A

193400111

Nano-fluidics

5.0

2A

193400121

Nanodevices

5.0

2B

201100129

Nanomedicine

5.0

2B

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193400131 5.0 ec

1B

Nano-optics

Lecturer(s)

Dr. S.M. GarcĂ­a Blanco, dr.ir. H. Offerhaus, prof. W.G. van der Wiel

Description

Nano-Optics is the study of optical phenomena and techniques on the nanometer scale, even below the diffraction limit. It is an emerging field of study motivated by the rapid advance of nanoscience and nanotechnology and enabled thanks to the development of very advanced nanofabrication, manipulation and characterization tools (i.e., scanning probe techniques, optical tweezers, high-resolution electron microscopes, nanolithography tools, focused ion beam, and others).

Nano-Optics deals with the interaction of light and matter at the nanoscale.

Applications span from nano-optical instrumentation (i.e., confocal microscopy, near-field microscopy) and nano-optical devices (i.e., nano-lasers, photonic crystals, optical nano-waveguides) to a full range of basic research topics on nanometer sized structures.

Assessment

Written examination

Additional info

The final mark of the course will be based on the final exam which will consist of a written part (85%) and a simulation project (15%). A maximum of two extra points can be obtained by doing the bonus assignments and participating in the student seminar. These points will add to the final mark of the exam

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193400141 5.0 ec

1B

Nano-electronics

Lecturer(s)

Prof. W.G. van der Wiel, dr.ir. M.P. de Jong, dr.ir. F.A. Zwanenburg

Description

Nanoelectronics comprises the study of the electronic and magnetic properties of systems with critical dimensions in the nanoregime. Hybrid inorganic-organic electronics, spin electronics and quantum electronics form important subfields of nanoelectronics and are being discussed in this course. For those who want to get a thorough introduction into the new exciting directions that will contribute to future electronics, this course is indispensable. Recommended for MSc students Nanotechnology. Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering.

Prior knowledge

Nanoscience

Assessment

Written examination (closed book)

Course material

Lecture slides, exercises, review articles, reader

193400111 5.0 ec

2A

Bionanotechnology

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. M.L. Bennink

Description

Bionanotechnology is a field of research and applications that sits at the interface between nanotechnology on one hand and life sciences on the other.

This module provides you with (I) an introduction into this field, (II) some basics in nanobiology, (III) the methods and techniques used, (IV) some applications in the field of bionanotechnology.

Contents

A. Biological nano-objects (2-3 weeks) is an introduction into the objects this field is concerned with (biomolecules nanoparticles). It contains some molecular biology, biochemistry etc. Chapters are: (1) Structure and function of DNA, (2) Proteolipid assemblies and biomimetic nanostructures, (3) Supramolecular complexes of DNA, (4) Functionalized mineral nanoparticles for biomedical applications, (5) Nanomachines of life, (6) Structure and motion on the nanoscale.

B. Nanobiotechnology methods and techniques (3 weeks) is an overview of the techniques and methods used in nanobiotechnology to study the nanoobjects. Chapters are (7) Optical techniques, including fluorescence, (8) Nanoforces and imaging: atomic force microscopy and spectroscopy, (9) Nanoforces and imaging: optical and magnetic tweezers.

C. Nanobiotechnology applications (1-2 weeks) are applications of nanobiotechnologies to show the potential in the direction of nanobiology and nanomedicine. This part is done in an assignment form.

Objective

Objective of this course is to teach you different concepts, techniques and applications in the field of bionanotechnology.

Prior knowledge

Basics in organic chemistry Thermodynamics

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

Nanoscience: Nanobiotechnology and Nanobiology, by Patrick Boisseau, Philippe Houdy and Marcel Lahmani

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193400121 5.0 ec

2A

Nano-fluidics

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. F.G. Mugele, dr. J.C.T. Eijkel, dr. E.S. Kooij

Description

Nanofluidics is a key element of nanotechnology. Nanofluidics plays a central role in many Lab-on-a-chip systems and is key for filtration and separation processes (e.g. water purificati9on, desalination, environmental remediation).

Moreover the physical principles discussed in the course are essential for many biophysical questions and modern material science of soft (colloidal) matter.

This course gives a introduction into nanofluidics, considering fundamental aspects, intrinsic length scales and geometry.

A number of different selected topics in the field of nanofluidics are discussed, such as: - basic fluid dynamics for micro- and nanochannels; - solid-liquid interfaces (interactions, adsorption/desorption); - hydrodynamics at small scales (laminar flow, slip versus no-slip, mixing); - 3-phase systems (capillary forces, wetting, syperhydrophobicity); - electrokinetic effects (electroosmotic pumping, electroviscous effect); - electrophoreses and separation techniques; - (nano)colloidal particles and colloidal assembly.

Prior knowledge

Basics in fluid mechanics Capillarity and wetting phenomena (desired) Advanced Fluid Dynamics (desired)

Assessment

Assignments (50%) Presentation on topic of choice in field of nanofluidics (50%)

Course material

Hand-outs and review papers

Additional info

The course is taught in the form of classical lectures (HCs) accompanied by seminars (WCs) in which homework problems prepared and submitted by the students beforehand are being discusses. Each student gives a final presentation on a specific topic based on a set of original articles from the literature.

201100129 5.0 ec

2B

Nanodevices

Lecturer(s)

Dr.ir. N.R. Tas

Description

This course will give an introduction in the design of nano-devices, based on understanding the device physics as well as the nanofabrication techniques required to construct them. The focus is on devices in the mechanical, fluidic, electrical, magnetic and thermal domains. Excluded from this course are mainstream electronic devices (CMOS etc.). Examples of devices include nanochannel and nanomembrane based fluidic devices, nanowire based electromechanical devices, nanowire based thermal-electric transducers, and functionalized SPM probes.

Prior knowledge

- Basic elastic mechanics - Electromagnetic field theory

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- Basic fluid mechanics Assessment

Written examination

Course material

Material will be provided through BlackBoard

201200220 5.0 ec

2B

Nanomedicine

Lecturer(s)

Dr. J. Prakash, prof. dr. G. Storm, dr. S. le Gac, dr. R. Gill, dr. T.G.G.M. Lammers, dr. J.M. Metselaar, dr. R.M. Schiffelers

Description

Nanomedicine course is designed to provide a comprehensive knowledge on the usage of nanotechnology for medical applications. There will be a general description on different types of nanocarriers in the biomedical field.

Topics covered: - behavior of nanocarriers in the body, pharmacokinetics and biodistribution, major biological barriers - “passive targeting” and “active targeting” - chemistry of the nanocarriers - cell-specific drug targeting approaches (bionanoconjugates and drugpeptide/protein conjugates) - different types of bioconjugation techniques (chemical linkages) - use of peptides and antibodies for specific cell targeting - clinical application of these nanoconstructs for the treatment of cancer and inflammatory diseases - application of nanocarriers in imaging of tumor and other diseases (radioimaging and optical imaging) - interactive discussion on the use of animals in research.

- microfluidic chips in nanomedicine.

The course will include lectures from the experts in the field and interactive discussions with the lecturers. The course includes training in research proposal writing.

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

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Homologation modules Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the MSc program and the various backgrounds the enrolled students have from their BSc education, it is possible to use 5 ec of the elective space for a homologation module. This module is a BSc-level course and is typically done in the first block (1A) of the program.

Please note that not all BSc courses are available in English. Contact the lecturer directly to find out on the language of instruction. In case it is not available in English and your Dutch is insufficient, try to arrange a self-study mode with the lecturer. Please note that in a self-study mode, you are more flexible to take the course in a different time frame than indicated.

Suggested homologation modules are: Homologation modules

EC

Block

Code

Program*

Applied molecular spectroscopy

3.0

1A

191360250

CT / B2

Chem. and techn. of organic materials

5.0

1A

191355390

CT / B3

Introduction to optics

5.0

1A

191460121

AP / B

Physics of atoms and molecules

4.0

1A

191340201

CT / B2

Surfaces and thin layers

5.0

1A

193550020

AP / M1

Introduction quantum mechanics

5.0

1B

191411281

AP / B2

Organic chemistry

4.0

1B

191320013

CT / B2

Statistical physics

5.0

1B

191410021

AP / B2

Applied optics

5.0

2A

191440201

AP / B3

Classical mechanics

5.0

2A

191411272

AP / B2

Introduction to semiconductor devices

5.0

2A

201000237

EE / B

Physical materials science

5.0

2A

191420131

AP / B3

Computational physics

2.5

2B

191407080

AP / B3

Kinetics and catalysis

5.0

2B

201100114

CT / B2

Molecular and cellular biophysics

5.0

2B

193902710

AP / B3

*First abbreviation in this column refers to the program: Applied Physics (AP), Chemical Technology (CT), Electrical Engineering (EE) or Biomedical Engineering (EE), and the second code refers to Bachelor (B) or Master (M) followed by the year.

This list of homologation modules is based upon what is considered as prior knowledge for the different modules in the MSc program. The choice for the module does depend on your BSc background and the elective nanotechnology courses you wish to take. Please consult the study advisor or program coordinator to determine which homologation module you need to take. For students that do not need any homologation, 5 EC can be used for another elective course.

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191360250 3.0 ec

1A

Applied molecular spectroscopy

CT / B2

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr. J.G.E. Gardeniers, dr. M.S.T. Koay

Objective

Introduction to spectroscopic methods to elucidate molecular structure

Description

This course is an overview and introduction to modern spectroscopic methods, that are used in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of molecules. Aim is to introduce the essential principles of how molecular structure can be elucidated and how this is applied. The course consists of 2 parts: theory and project. In the theory part of the course (lectures and exercise sessions) emphasis is on elucidating the structure of (bio)in)organic compounds using infra-red (IR), nuclear spin resonance (NMR) and absorption- and fluorescence spectroscopy (UV-Vis). In the project the emphasis is on the application of spectroscopic methods within a broader research question. Within a group of 4 or 5 students, you will study literature to identify the most well suited spectroscopic method to address a given research challenge. The results are written in a report and discussed with your peers.

Course material

Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 5th/6th edition Shriver & Atkins, Inorganic Chemistry, 4th edition

191355390 5.0 ec

1A

Chemistry and technology of organic materials

CT / B3

Lecturer(s)

Dr. M.A. Hempenius

Objective

to provide insight into polymer synthesis, polymerization processes and kinetics, the characterization of polymers, properties of polymers in molten phase and solution,and structure-property relationships of polymers.

Description

This course consists of 2 parts: polymer chemistry and polymer physics Polymer chemistry topics: - generic properties of polymers - polymer synthesis methods - mechanisms and kinetics of polymerization Polymer physics topics: - properties of polymers in solution - mechanical properties - viscoelasticity, amorph and semi-crystalline polymers - chain dimensions, networks - structure-property relationships of polymers

Assessment

The two parts of the course will be assessed separately, and the average of both determines the final grade. 10% of the grade for the polymer chemistry part can be earned by doing home work assignments.

Course material

J.M.G. Cowie, Polymers: Chemistry & Physics of Modern Materials, 3rd editition, CRC Press. ISBN: 0-8493-9813-4, and hand-outs

191460121 5.0 ec

1A

Introduction to optics

AP / B

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. F.A. van Goor, dr. ir. J.S. Kanger, prof. J.L. Herek

Description

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electromagnetic phenomenon; reflection and refraction; geometric optics using propagation matrices; beam-splitting-, wavefront-splitting- and multiple beam interference phenomena like the Michelson-, two-holes- and Fabry-Perot interferometers; Fraunhofer- and Fresnel diffraction by round apertures and slits; zone-lens; thin-films. Eight lectures and tutorials are given. During the tutorials some parts of the topics will be treated in more details and practiced using problems from the book and from old exams. During the course four practicum assignments have to be performed. These are mandatory; the assessments, maximum 4 points, count for the exam. Six “Computer experiments� can be performed. These assignments yield maximum 6 points.

These points are only valid for the first exam (maximum 100 points) attended after the lectures. After that they lose their value. The assignments can be downloaded and installed on your (Windows) PC from: http://edu.tnw.utwente.nl/inlopt. The computer experiments are not mandatory.

The end mark will be calculated as follows: (exam + computer experiments + practicum)/10. The mark cannot be higher than a 10. The lectures are given by prof. dr. J.L. Herek, the tutorials, computer experiments en practica by dr. ir.

F.A. van Goor en dr. Ir. J.S. Kanger.

Course material

Exercises and solutions, overhead sheets and computer experiments accessible on website "Introduction to Optics", Pedrotti, Pearson, derde druk (ISBN 0-13-197133-6)

Website

http://edu.tnw.utwente.nl/inlopt

191340201 4.0 ec

1A

Physics of atoms and molecules

CT / B2

Lecturer(s)

dr.ir. M.A. van der Hoef

Description

During the first half of the 20th century, it became clear that chemistry and physics are derived from the same initial principles. Lewis attempted already in 1916 to explain the chemical bond using physics terminology. It was found that electrons play an important role. To describe the behavior of these electrons, quantum mechanics is needed.

In this course basic terminology and concepts of quantum theory are introduced, which will subsequenty be applied to (i) a single particle in a box, (ii) the harmonic oscillator, and (iii) the energy levels of a H atom.

Double bonds and conjugated double bonds (as in organic compounds) can be directly explained from quantum theory.

Course material

Reader and booklet with exercises, available at the Union Shop.

193550020 5.0 ec

1A

Surfaces and thin layers

AP / M1

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. H. Wormeester, dr. R. van Gastel

Description of content

The structure and (electronic) properties of both clean and adsorbate covered surfaces are described. The most common tools to study these phenomena, diffraction and scanning probe techniques are introduced in relation to the measured results. The adsorption and desorption of species from surfaces are described. Growth of thin films is an important part of this field and the thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of growth are discussed. The electronic structure of surfaces and thin films in relation to their properties is described.

Objective

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pinciples, processes and features in the field of surface and thin films. With this content the student should be able to read a typical article published in this field and be able to extract the important issues. The context of these issues in relation to the basic principles and processes can be given.

Assessment

Assignments with presentation

Course material

Handouts

191411281 5.0 ec

1B

Introduction quantum mechanics

AP / B2

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. C. Filippi, R. Guareschi

Description

The goal of this course is to learn the elementary principles of quantum mechanics and their application to simple systems. We start from wave functions and the Schrรถdinger equation. One-dimensional applications include bound states of a particle in a box and the harmonic oscillator, as well as properties of unbound states, such as currents, scattering, and quantum conductance. In three dimensions we focus on the spherical potential, and consider the angular momentum in detail. Finally, we discuss the properties of spin and of two-particle systems.

Prior knowledge

Basic mathematics (Linear analysis)

Course material

"Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" 2nd ed., D.J. Griffiths, Prentice Hall.

ISBN 0-13-191175-9.

191320013 4.0 ec

1B

Organic chemistry

CT / B2

Lecturer(s)

Prof. J.J.L.M. Cornelissen

Description

We focus on the fundamental principles that are at the basis of the manifold reactions in organic chemistry, biochemistry an macromolecular chemistry.

Important topics are additions, substitutions an eliminations, reactions of carbonyl compounds oxidation-reduction reactions and the chemistry of organic notrogen compunds. In the first lectures, we wil revisit a number of other essential subjects, such as the reactivity of alkenes and resonance. The course consists of 16 lectures an 8 tutorials and is based on the book of Organic Chemistry by Paula Bruice (5th Edition, 2007, 6th Edition, 2011)

Objective

This cours intends to provide the student with a broad and practical understanding of the reactivity of organic compounds.

Prior knowledge

Structure and Reactivity (130004).

Elementary chemical principles such as the structure of atoms and chemical bonding; the structure and nomenclature of simple organic compounds; stereochemistry; addition, substitution and elimination reactions are considered prior knowledge

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

Organic chemistry, Paula Bruice (International Edition, 5th or 6th edition, Prentice Hall 2007/2011).

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191410021 5.0 ec

1B

Statistical Physics

AP / B2

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. S.J.G. Lemay

Description

One of the most essential aspects of modern physics is to create a link between the thermodynamic and microscopic properties of a macroscopic system. This module covers the statistical physics basis for thermodynamics.

It includes amongst others: understanding of entropy and irreversibility on the microscale. Explained is how thermodynamic functions and fluctuations can be calculated from the classical and quantum mechanical interactions between particles.

Prior knowledge

Energy and entropy, Quantum mechanics

Course material

"An Introduction to Thermal Physics", Daniel V. Schroeder

191440201 5.0 ec

2A

Applied optics

AP / B3

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr. K.J. Boller, prof.dr. J.L. Herek

Description

The course provides a broader and deeper overview on central and modern optical approaches and techniques that are routinely applied in science and technology. The course consists of two parts. In the first part classical lectures (hoorcolleges) are given to provide a deepening into central concepts in optics which are the use of the Fourier picture, interference and coherence. As a break, and for a better overview, there will be a one-day trip to a place where optical research plays an important role in science or for applications, such as Philips, ASML, or a FOM research instituut. In the second part of the course the students will give talks on various different subjects from optics.

Importantly, the students are encouraged to make their own choice on the subject while the lecturers (Boller and Herek) give advise for the selection of interesting themes, answer questions that appear during preparation, and provide additional information and help.

Assessment

Written exam, presentation, home work assignments

Course material

"Introduction to Optics", Pedrotti, Pearson, derde druk (ISBN 0-13-197133-6) Additional material on BB

191411272 5.0 ec

2A

Classical mechanics

AP / B2

Lecturer(s)

dr. J.R.T. Seddon

Description

Within this course, the motion and origin (cause) of motion will be discussed from the perspective of Newton (based on forces), Lagrange and Hamilton.

Key to this approach is the concept of minimization of energy. Using this a number of topics are discussed: (i) the behavior of particles in a central force field, (ii) harmonic and non-harmonic vibrations, (iii) coupled oscillators, and (iv) movement of a spinner toy.

Finally the special theory of relativity is discussed.

Assessment

Written exam (70%), Selected exercises (30%)

Course material

Marion & Thornton: Classical dynamics of particles and systems. Saunders college publishing 4th edition (or later editions)

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201000237 5.0 ec

2A

Introduction to semiconductor devices

EE / B

Lecturer(s)

Dr. Ir. R.J.E. Hueting, Prof.dr. J. Schmitz, prof.dr.ir. A.J. Mouthaan

Description

This course describes the physical working of semiconductor devices and translates those to electrical characteristics.Based thereon, it treats electronic equivalent circuits and simulation models. It covers an introduction to semiconductor physics, the pn-junction, the Bipolar Junction Transistor and the Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Transistor (MOST). The physical working is illustrated using diagrams of energy, electric field, electrical potential and concentration, and the principal formulae for simplified devices are treated.

Secondary effects in devices are then introduced, with coverage of their physical origins and the effects on the characteristics of the devices. The device models are derived for DC, small signal and transient behaviour, where a connection is made to circuit simulation. A self-examination program (WASP) is available.

Key words are: IC-technology overview, conductors and isolators, atomic bonding, energy diagram diffusion, ion implantation and oxidation, recombination-generation, device simulation, junction diodes, DC, large signal and small signal model, bipolar junction (and MOS) transistor.

Objective

Students must know what a semiconductor is and understand why semiconductor components are being succesfully applied in the field of electronics. They should understand how and why the electrical behavior of various components are modeled.

Assessment

Written exam

Course material

Reader "Semiconductor Devices Explained", available at the Union-shop (nr.

290)

191420131 5.0 ec

2A

Physical materials science

AP / B3

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr.ir. J.W.M. Hilgenkamp, prof.dr.ir. A. Brinkman

Description

The focus of this course is on providing knowledge and insight in the materials science of solid state materials, with an emphasis on thin films. The course consists of 3 parts: (i) General properties of materials, including thermodynamics, growth processes, structure (amorph, poly-crystalline, singlecrystal) of different materials. (ii) Different methods of deposition for the fabrication of thin films (sputtering, laser ablation, MBE). (iii) Analysis of these films using SPM, SEM, TEM and X-ray diffraction.

Assessment

Written exam

Course material

"The Materials Science of Thin Films" by Milton Ohring

191407080 2.5 ec

2B

Computational physics

AP / B3

Lecturer(s)

Dr. H.T.M. van den Ende

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(“computer experiments”). Furthermore, computer simulations can be very useful for the interpretation of experimental data, or even replacing the real experiment altogether.

This course provides the student with an introduction to computer simulations via a number of physics-related challenges, which at first sight appear simple, but turn out to be rather comples. Writing programs in Matlab or C is part of this. Challenges are in the field of mechanics, statistic physics, fluid dynamics and optics. For each challenge a different simulation approach will be used.

Prior knowledge

201100114 5.0 ec

2B

Needed: basic programming skills and understanding of algorythms

Kinetics and catalysis

CT / B2

Lecturer(s)

Dr. B.L. Mojet, prof.dr.ir. L. Lefferts, dr. A. van Houselt

Description

The first part of the module focuses on main topics in the field of reaction kinetics: reaction order, reaction rate equations, half-life times, transition-state theory, steady-state approach.

In the second part, various important elements of catalysis are discussed, including: homogeneous, heterogeneous and biocatalysis, adsorption and desorption, catalytic reactions on solid catalysts, mass transfer, catalyst preparation and characterization.

At the end of the course a case study is dealt with to apply obtained knowledge on practical situations from industry and to obtain insight in the possibilities and limitations for technical processes.

Objective

Aim is to provide insight in the fundamental aspects of kinetics and catalysis.

Course material

Physical Chemistry, Atkins and de Paula (Oxford University Press), 8th edition, Industrial Catalysis, A practical Approach, by Jens Hagen (Wiley, 2nd edition, available digitally via Univ Library)

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Molecular and Cellular Biophysics

AP / B3

Lecturer(s)

Dr. R. Gill, dr. M.M.A.E. Claessens

Description

In this course we will look at how physical forces govern the behavior of molecules, cellular macromolecules and even whole cells. We will revisit thermodynamics to learn how diffusion controls the movement on the micro (cells) and nano (macromolecules) scale. We will analyze biological recognition and binding from the physical chemistry perspective and see how cooperativity can lead to stability while still allowing change to occur. We will look at the behavior of the cells most simple (and yet most technologically utilized) machine – the enzyme. During the course examples and applications of the concepts learned in biosensor technology will be discussed.

Course material

“Biological Physics Energy, Information, Life": Author: Philip Nelson

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Elective modules Block 1A Block 1A Course title

EC

Block Code

AMM Molecular and biomolecular chem and techn

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193700020

Advanced fluid dynamics

5

1A

193570010

AMM Characterization

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1A

193700010

Applied quantum mechanics

5

1A

191411291

Biomedical materials engineering I

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1A

193740020

Capillarity and wetting phenomena

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1A

193565000

Colloids and interfaces

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1A

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Quantum optics

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1A

193515000

Soft and biological matter

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Surfaces and thin layers

5

1A

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Theoretical solid state physics

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1A

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AMM Molecular and biomolecular chemistry and technology

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr.ir. J. Huskens, prof.dr. J.J.L.M. Cornelissen

Description

Molecular recognition is an essential phenomenon in living systems as well as in artificial ones. It describes the specific interaction between molecules, ranging from discrete complexes to large architectures. The course will discuss supramolecular systems going from basic molecular recognition (involving single, monovalent interactions), to systems with cooperativitye and/or multivalency, and finally to lage polyvalent systems. For all subclasses, molecular and biomolecular examples will be discussed as well as materials applications.

Contents 1. Noncovalent interactions, development of supramolecular chemistry (incl. the Excel modeling of thermodynamec equilibria) 2. Synthetic host-guest chemistry I: cation-binding hosts 3. Synthetic host-guest chemistry II: binding of guests in solution 4. Molecular recognition in biological systems, enzyme catalysis 5. Sensor concepts and sensor devices 6. Cooperativity: molecular and biomolecular (e.g. hemoglobin) examples 7. Multivalency: effective molarity concept, cyclization, cell membrane recognition 8. Polyvalent systems I: macromolecular assembly + supramolecular polymers 9. Polyvalent systems II: coordination polymers, MOFs 10. Polyvalent systems III: proteins an protein folding 11. Polyvalent systems IV: virus assembly Master guide Nanotechnology 2013/2014

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12. Polyvalent systems V: DNA + artificial DNA constructs 13. Polyvalent systems VI: layer-by-layer assembly 14. Polyvalent systems VII: supramolecular materials Prior knowledge Course material

Organic chemistry, thermodynamics -

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J.W. Steed & J.L. Atwood: " Supramolecular Chemistry", 2009, 2nd edition, Wiley PY Bruice: "Organic Chemistry", 2007, 5th edition, Pearson International Edition/Prentice Hall (or older/newer edition) (chapters/paragraphs on structur of cabohydrates, proteins, an nucleic acids) Handouts

Advanced fluid mechanics

Lecturer(s)

dr. J.H. Snoeijer

Description

Repetition conservation laws, vorticity, potential flow in 2D and 3D conformal mapping and 2D flow, ZhukovskyAirfoil, waves, shallow water equations, flow at low Reynolds numbers, Stokes and Oseen solutions,Hele-Shaw flow, flow at high Reynolds numbers, boundary layers, self-similarity, hydrodynamic stability,compressible flow, Laval nozzle, shock waves.

Objective

The objective of this course is to acquire a firm base in classical fluid mechanics. The emphasis is on analytical solutions and their physical implications. Advanced Fluid Mechanics will serve as an introduction to the basic equations and phenomena needed in "Turbulence" , "Experimental Methods in Fluid Mechanics" and various specific lectures as e.g. Acoustics, Granular Flow, Computational Fluid Mechanics, etc.

Prior knowledge

Physics of fluids (191470231) or equivalent knowledge.

Mass and heat transfer (desired, 191470241) Mathematics

Course material

Pijush K. Kundu & Ira M. Cohen, Fluid Mechanics, 5th edition, Academic Press ISBN 978-0-12-3821003

193700010 5.0 ec

1A

AMM Characterization

Lecturer(s)

Dr. P.M. Schรถn, prof.dr.ing. A.J.H.M. Rijnders

Description

Materials Characterization refers to the use of techniques to probe into the internal structure and properties of molecules and materials. This course includes various modern, state of the art analytical techniques to characterize structure and properties of advanced materials and molecules. It emphasizes the general applicability to organic and inorganic materials. The central goal is to provide a fundamental understanding of various aspects of molecular and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterization of organic and inorganic materials, which are divided into various problems: 1. Molecular characterization 2. Ensemble characterization - in solution - in solid state 3. Surface / Interface characterization

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4. Heterogeneous systems: dispersions, particles Objective

To explain and identify the physical and instrumental principles of techniques used for the molecular and continuum (macroscopic) scale characterization of organic and inorganic materials and their application to specific questions. By the end of this course the students are able to estimate specific materials and molecular properties from given examples and problems.

Prior knowledge

Basic knowledge in physical chemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry and materials science

Assessment

Written exam

Course material

Supporting book, not obligatory: covers only partly course topics: Yang Leng, Materials Characterization John Wiley & Sons, 2008

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1A

Applied quantum mechanics

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. P.J. Kelly, dr. J.W.J. Verschuur,

Description

Not many problems can be solved exactly in quantum mechanics making it essential to develop approximate methods with which physically relevant problems can be studied. In this course, a number of such methods will be treated including time independent and time dependent perturbation theory, the variational principle, scattering theory as well as a number of illustrative applications

Prior knowledge

Introduction to quantum mechanics (needed), basic mathematics (desired).

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

"Introduction to Quantum Mechanics" 2nd ed., D.J. Griffiths, Prentice Hall.

ISBN 0-13-191175-9 (necessary) "Quantum Mechanics" 2nd ed., B.H. Bransden & C.J. Joachain, Prentice Hall, ISBN 0582-35691-1 (recommended)

193740020 5.0 ec

1A

Biomedical materials engineering I

Lecturer(s)

Dr. R.K. Truckenm端ller, Dr. L. Moroni

Description

Introduction in applications of materials in biomedical technology: Types and structure of materials, mechanical and physical properties of tissue and biomaterials, material degradation, response of body environment, selection of materials for implantation, orthopedic and cardiovascular prostheses, artificial organs.

Objective

The aim of the course is to give a broad introduction to students on the type of biomaterials, their properties, processing technologies, and use in biomedical applications.

Course material

Syllabus will be provided during course

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1A

Capillarity and wetting phenomena

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. F. Mugele

Description

Many physical and technological processes are affected by Capillarity and Wetting (C&W) phenomena. C&W phenomena dominate many processes in fluid dynamics on small scales. Compared to other fluid physics courses within APH curriculum this course focuses on the effect of interfaces and the related interfacial energies that control fluid flows by indirectly by imposing welldefined boundary conditions. The course focusses on fundamental concepts described within the context of fluid dynamics and discusses a variety of classical phenomena of microscopic fluid flows.

The course covers the following topics: - Molecular interaction force and interfacial tensions - Derivation of the fundamental equations of Young and Laplace - Wetting in external fields - Wetting and molecular forces (disjoining pressure) - Thin film flows and lubrication approximation - Linear stability analysis and classical instabilities (Rayleigh Plateau, Rayleigh Taylor) - Contact line dynamics - Dewetting - Surface tension-driven flows (Marangoni) - Electrowetting The course is taught in the form of classical lectures (HCs) accompanied by tutorials (WCs) in which homework problems prepared and submitted by the students beforehand are being discussed.

Assessment

Written exam and home work assignments

Course material

Pierre-Gilles de Gennes, Françoise Brochard-Wyart, David Quéré, Capillarity and Wetting Phenomena, Springer Science and Business Media, New York USA (2003).

193735060 5.0 ec

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Colloids and interfaces

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr.ir. R.G.H. Lammertink

Description

Description of interfaces and surfaces. All kinds of interfaces between different phases (gas, liquid, solid) are treated. Thermodynamic descriptions of these interfaces and adsorption onto them are deduced. Several techniques for characterizing interfaces are discussed. During contact hours, the contents of the book will be presented and discussed. Exercises will be made and discussed. A limited number of students will be allowed to do a small practicum. The remainder of the group will in small groups discuss a scientific paper.

Objective

Learning objectives of this course include: - Gain insight in important interfacial aspects.

- Be able to explain and describe different interfacial phenomena (wetting, adsorption, colloidal stability).

- Critically evaluate scientific literature on interfacial phenomena.

Course material

Interfacial Science, an Introduction, G.T. Barnes and I.R. Gentle.

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193515000 5.0 ec

1A

Quantum optics

Lecturer(s)

Dr. P.W.H. Pinkse, S.R. Huisman, Dr. A.P. Mosk

Description

In this course we study the quantum properties of light, taking ground-breaking experiments as our guide. The following subjects are treated: What is a photon? Operator quantum mechanics. Interaction between light and atoms.

Coherence and the Hanbury Brown- Twiss experiment. Entangled states and the Aspect-Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen experiment. Quantum information technology: Quantum cryptography and quantum computers. For further information please contact the teacher.

Objective

Make students familiar with the concepts and some important historical results from quantum optics and quantum information technology.

Prior knowledge

Introduction quantum mechanics (required, 191411281) Applied quantum mechanics (desired, 191411291)

Assessment

Presentation and written examination

Course material

"Quantum Optics - an introduction" by Mark Fox, Oxford University Press, ISBN 978-0-19-856673-1, handouts, exercises

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Soft and biological matter

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr. S. Lemay

Description

No description of this course is available at time of printing.

Please check the Osiris course catalog for more information

193550020 5.0 ec

1A

Surfaces and thin layers

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. H. Wormeester, dr. R. van Gastel

Description of content

The structure and (electronic) properties of both clean and adsorbate covered surfaces are described. The most common tools to study these phenomena, diffraction and scanning probe techniques are introduced in relation to the measured results. The adsorption and desorption of species from surfaces are described. Growth of thin films is an important part of this field and the thermodynamic and kinetic aspects of growth are discussed. The electronic structure of surfaces and thin films in relation to their properties is described.

Assessment

Assignments with presentation

Course material

Handouts

193510040 5.0 ec

1A

Theoretical solid state physics

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. P.J. Kelly

Description

This course builds on 191420022 (Introduction to Solid State Physics), treating the material in more detail and extending the scope to cover a number of additional topics: Master guide Nanotechnology 2013/2014

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- Tight-binding method - Semiclassical Transport Theory - Magnetism The emphasis of the course is on operationalizing the theoretical material treated in the lectures by doing homework. This is corrected and the mark contributes to the final mark.

The course is based upon the chapters 1, 2, 3, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 21, 32 and 33 of "Solid State Physics" by Ashcroft & Mermin, supplemented with lecture notes.

Prior knowledge

Introduction to solid state physics Applied quantum mechanics

Assessment

-

Course material

“Solid-state physics� by N.W. Ashcroft and N.D. Mermin (Holt-Saunders)

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EC

Block Code

Biomedical membrane applications

5

1B

193735040

Biophysical techniques and molecular imaging

5

1B

193640020

Controlled drug and gene delivery

5

1B

193740010

Electronic structure theory I

5

1B

193510020

Introduction to superconductivity

5

1B

193530000

Nonlinear optics

5

1B

193520030

Surface science

5

1B

193550010

Technology

5

1B

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193735040 5.0 ec

1B

Biomedical membrane applications

Lecturer(s)

Dr. D. Stamatialis

Description

The course discusses the use, function and properties of artificial membranes in various biomedical applications including (bio)artificial organs and tissue regeneration. Main topics are: drug delivery, (bio)artificial kidney blood purification, artificial lung - blood oxygenation, bioartificial pancreas, bioartificial liver, tissue engineering and bioseparations.

Course material

Basic Principles of Membrane Technology, Second edition by M. Mulder, Kluwer Academic publischers, ISBN 0-7923-4247-x Membranes for life sciences, Peinemann, K. V., Nunes S, Ed. Wiley, ISBN: 978-3-527-31480-5 (2008)

193640020 5.0 ec

1B

Biophysical techniques and molecular imaging

Lecturer(s)

Dr. C. Otto, dr. C. Blum

Description

Biophysical Techniques & Molecular Imaging (BT&MI) introduces a selection of advanced micro-spectroscopic techniques for molecular and cellular studies.

The course treats imaging techniques based on fluorescence spectroscopy and vibrational spectroscopy. The general concepts of contrast, resolution, localization, sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio will be presented and related to microscopic porperties of molecules. Electro-magnetic properties of the light field, basic to contrast, will be put in context. The techniques presented are essential to modern biological sciences, such as quantitative biology, stem cell research and studies of fundamental cellular processess, for example celldivision, apoptosis, phagocytosis, cell differentiation, carcinogenesis. Concepts will be illustrated with examples from the life and (bio)-material sciences.

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Luminscence: Fluorescence, phosphorescence, bioluminescence; advanced luminescence principles: polarization, lifetime; bulk and single molecule approaches; imaging and spectroscopy in a microscope; intrinsic and extrinsic fluorophores; protein fluorescence; genetically encodable fluorescent markers, nanoparticles Microscopy: wide-field, dark field, confocal, phase contrast, fluorescence microscopy (FRAP, FLIP, FLIM, FRET), micro-spectroscopy, hyperspectral imaging, polarization contrast, lifetime imaging, resonance energy transfer imaging, nano-particle imaging, non-linear microscopy.

Vibrational Spectroscopy and Imaging: Raman contrast methods such as spontaneous Raman micro-spectroscopy, CARS microscopy non-linear fluorescence microscopy and singel molecule micro-spectroscopy.

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

Lecture notes, relevant articles from the scientific literature, all available on the course website. A list of textbooks for reference will be provided. Sample problem sets will be provided.

193740010 5.0 ec

1B

Controlled drug and gene delivery

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr.J.F.J. Engbersen

Description

Controlled drug delivery technology represents one of the emerging and challenging frontier areas in the development of modern medication and pharmaceuticals. Controlled drug delivery systems aim to achieve more effective therapies which eliminates the potential for both under- and overdosing originating from uncontrolled drug release and avoid the need for frequent dosing and target the drugs better to a specified area, minimizing drug side effects. Targeted drug delivery can be accomplished by the introduction of ligands (carbohydrates, hormones, and peptides) or antibodies to the drug delivery system in such a way that it binds preferentially to malignant cells that are uniquely expressing certain receptors at the cell surface. In gene therapy, a genetic disorder or chronic disease is treated by delivering DNA or RNA to the targeted cells, inducing or suppressing a specific genetic function like new immune activity, or the development of enzymes that destroy viral or cancerous genetic material within cells.

The ideal drug or gene delivery system should be nontoxic, biocompatible, safe from accidental release, simple to administer, easy to fabricate and sterilise, and should have efficient drug or gene targeting specificity. Delivery systems based on polymeric backbones can fulfill the majority of these requirements and have come to the centre stage of biomaterials research in recent years.

This course gives a review of the recent advances and directions of future developments in controlled release technology. Topics included are: fundamental principles of controlled drug and gene delivery and their pharmaceutical applications in various delivery routes (oral, pulmonary, nasal, oculary, brain, etc.); delivery from biodegradable polymeric systems (nanoparticles, hydrogels, microspheres, dendrimers, etc.), microstents and nanodevices; delivery in tissue engineering.

Assessment

Assignments and test

Course material

Hand-outs will be given during the lectures

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193510020 5.0 ec

1B

Electronic structure theory I

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. P.J. Kelly, dr. G.H.L.A. Brocks

Description

In this course a number of the most important methods for calculating the electronic structure of solids are studied: density functional theory, normconserving pseudopotentials, the Car-Parrinello method and the linearized muffin-tin orbital method. A number of illustrative problems which have analytical solutions are solved numerically to obtain greater insight into the solutions and to acquire familiarity with the UNIX operating system, the FORTRAN programming language and some numerical methods commonly used in solid state physics.

Objective

The aim is to provide students wishing to do their Master's project in the group Computational Materials Science with some necessary theoretical background as well as some basic computational and computer skills.

Teaching method

Self-education

Assessment

Assignments

Course material

Literature is provided during the course

193530000 5.0 ec

1B

Introduction to superconductivity

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. ir. J.W.M. Hilgenkamp, dr. M.M.J. Dhalle, prof. A. Brinkman, dr. A.A. Golubov

Description

The course treats (among other topics): - Basic principles of superconductivity and superfluidity - Quantum phenomena in these 'super-states' - Vortex physics in type II superconductors - Josephson junctions - Superconducting materials - Introduction to superconducting applications

Course material

Contact the lecturer

193520030 5.0 ec

1B

Nonlinear optics

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr. K.J. Boller, P.J.M. van der Slot, dr.ir. F.A. van Goor, dr.ing. H.M.J. Bastiaens

Description

Intense laser light enables a large number of fascinating phenomena such as changing the color of light, ultrafast switching of light by light, or even relativistic effects. We give a comprehensive overview on such phenomena, where the goal is to understand why and how they occur. We discuss the origin of the nonlinear response and derive the coupled wave equations. We then demonstrate how the coupled wave equations are used to describe basic nonlinear optical processes as second harmonic generation, difference frequency generation, optical parametric oscillators and phase conjugation.

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These examples are used to illustrate the central role that phase-matching plays in nonlinear optics. Finally we move to extreme nonlinear optics, such as done in our labs, with extreme intensities reaching 10^18 W/cm. We describe how such light generates soft x-rays and attosecond pulses.

Nonlinear Lorentz oscillator, Maxwell's equations with nonlinear source term, coupled wave equations, nonlinear pulse propagation in crystals, gases and plasma, electro-optic effect, second harmonic generation, difference frequency generation, optical parametric oscillator, birefringent phase matching, quasi phase matching, nonlinear optics at relativistic intensities.effects on free electrons at relativistic intensities.

Objective

Students must demonstrate that they understand the following topics and interact.

Assessment

Oral examination

Course material

Nonlinear Optics, 3rd edition, Robert W. Boyd, Academic Press

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Surface science

Lecturer(s)

Dr. E.S. Kooij, dr. ir. H. Wormeester, dr. R. van Gastel

Description

he course is given as a caput course in Surface Science. Five timely topics from the broad field of Surface Science are treated. After an introductory lecture on each of these topics, students are given relevant papers from recent literature pertaining to the topic of that specific lecture. Individually or in pairs they study this material in relation to the introductory lecture, and prepare an oral presentation on the content of the scientific papers. During the presentation sessions, students are expected to actively participate in the discussion after each presentation. Grading will be done on the basis of the presentation and on participation in the discussions.

During the course students are introduced to five timely topics in the field of Surface Science. Based on availability of teachers, and also depending on developments in the scientific field, topics may vary from one year to the other.

This year students will work on the following topics: Organic semiconductors Tunable interaction in (nano)colloidal assembly Wetting of functionalized surfaces Catalysis Self-assembly After an introductory 2 hour lecture, students will study specific aspects of the topic in their own time and prepare a 10 minute presentation. Typically, the time to be spent on each topic amounts to 25-30 hours.

Prior knowledge

Surfaces and thin layers (needed, 193550020)

Assessment

Assignments, oral examination

Course material

Hand-outs

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1B

Technology

Lecturer(s)

Dr. A.Y. Kovalgin, prof. dr. J. Schmitz

Description

The course provides a general introduction to the field of manufacturing technology of microsystems. The emphasis is put on the fabrication steps. The

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most commonly applied steps (techniques) are treated. The techniques having the same main goal are compared, their advantages and disadvantages are discussed, the choice of suitable techniques for the particular application/device is questioned. The important criteria (e.g. film properties, uniformity, the costs, the efficiency, the reproducibility and the reliability) to compare the different techniques are demonstrated. It is shown how fabrication steps can be combined in a process flow to fabrication steps can be combined in a process flow to fabricate a functional microsystem. Several examples are given where the integration processes to fabricate microsystems are treated in an introductory manner, including realization of microprocessors, integrated optics, lab-on-a-chip, MEMS and magnetic memories.

Contents

Two main blocks are given. Block 1 considers the basics (main building blocks) of microtechnology and includes introduction and history, substrates and wafers, modification of materials, lithography, film deposition, wet and dry etching, wafer bonding and packaging. Block 2 consists of guest lectures and covers different application areas of the main building blocks to realize microsystems in the fild of integrated circuits, biochips, nanoelectronics, spintronics, integrated optics, MEMS, and micro-fluidics.

Prior knowledge

Material science (desired, 191210740)

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

Book "Introduction to Microfabrication", Franssila, Sami ISBN: 9780470749838 and handouts

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Elective modules Block 2A Block 2A Course title

EC

Block Code

Advanced materials

5

2A

193530020

AMM Inorganic materials science

5

2A

193700040

AMM Project organic materials

5

2A

193700050

Biomedical materials engineering II

5

2A

193740030

Experimental laser physics and nonlinear optics

5

2A

193520040

Integrated circuit technology

5

2A

191211440

Integrated optics

5

2A

191210880

Materials for information storage

5

2A

191210820

Micro electro mechanical systems design

5

2A

191211300

Optics of atoms, molecules and semiconductors

5

2A

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Nanophysics

5

2A

193530010

Physical organic chemistry

5

2A

193775020

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2A

Advanced materials

Lecturer(s)

Prof. A. Brinkman, dr. G. H. L. A. Brocks, dr. E. S. Kooij

Description

The course gives an introduction to advanced materials that are of interest in today's society. The first part of the course consists of lectures on general physical aspects of materials that play an important role in present technology or constitute possible major advances. Topics include magnetic, semiconductor, and dielectric/optical materials. The second part of the course focuses on special topics based upon the recent literature. Students will widen their knowledge on a specific topic in materials physics and present their results in a mini-symposium.

Prior knowledge

Theory of solid state physics (193510040, desired)

193700040 5.0 ec

2A

AMM Inorganic materials science

Lecturer(s)

Prof. A.J.H.M. Rijnders, Dr. ir. G. Koster

Description

The aim is to provide knowledge of fundamental aspects of the structure/composition in relation to the properties and performance of advanced inorganic materials. These are novel materials or modified materials with new or enhanced properties to cope with the increased demands in technological applications. These are, amongst others, electronic applications (dielectrics and ferroelectrics), optical applications (transparant conducting oxides) and materials for energy production and storage (ionic conductors, and

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mixid electronic/ionic conductors).

Objective

Understanding and being able to apply fundamental aspects of the structure/composition in relation to the properties and performance of advanced inorganic materials

Assessment

Written exam

Course materials

R. Tilley, Understanding solids: the science of materials, Wiley 2007

193700050 5.0 ec

2A

AMM Project organic materials

Lecturer(s)

Dr. M.A. Hempenius

Description

This Lab course aims to broaden the knowledge and skills of students in the areas of polymer synthesis, polymer characterization, and processing. The course illustrates structure-property relations in polymeric materials, i.e. how polymer chain characteristics and composition influence macroscopic properties. The following topics are included: 1. Well-defined polymers by anionic polymerization 2. Thin polymer films as separation media.

3. Polymer characterization in solution.

4. Designer surfaces by polymer grafting.

5. Smart materials. (more details on different topics can be found in Osiris)

Objective

Aim of this practical module is to increase knowledge and train skills in the field of polymer synthesis, characterization and processing.

Teaching methods

Practical

Course materials

Manuals describing the various experiments are provided

193740030 5.0 ec

2A

Biomedical materials engineering II

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr. D.W. Grijpma

Description

This course deals with the basic principles of tissue-biomaterial interactions, surface modification of biomaterials and controlled drug delivery, Moreover, groups of 3-4 students have te write a research proposal which has to be defended during a plenary session.

Course material

Handouts of the lectures

193520040 5.0 ec

2A

Experimental laser physics and nonlinear optics

Lecturer(s)

Dr.ing. H.M.J. Bastiaens, dr.ir. H.L. Offerhaus, P.J.M. van der Slot

Description

Laser physics and nonlinear optics forms the cornerstone for many, diverse applications of optics in science and engineering. Students taking this course will carry out an optics oriented, experimental project allowing them to experience unique and direct exposure to cutting edge research in the fields of laser physics and nonlinear optics. Furthermore, students can expect to use state-of-the-art equipment, gain a working knowledge of conventional Master guide Nanotechnology 2013/2014

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experimental techniques and hands-on skills in these fields. Such introduction should be an adequate preparation for working on a master assignment in the research laboratories of the Laser Physics & Nonlinear Optics group and the Optical Sciences group, as well as a variety of other groups that have their emphasis on optics or make use of optical methods in their research.

Adequate literature will be provided, which introduces the student to theoretical concepts directly related to the topic of laboratory experiments and the employed instrumentation.

The main research themes in this course include frequency conversion and coherent spectral control, nonlinear optics, also at extreme intensities, and nonlinear interaction of radiation with free electrons. To drive such processes, laser sources operating over a wide range of light intensities and time scales are employed.

Examples of recent assignments can be found on Osiris The assignment will be concluded with a report and a presentation.

Objective

By carrying out an experimental assignment, students gain knowledge of a topic in laser physics and nonlinear optics.

Course material

Description of assignment and articles will be provided

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Integrated circuit technology

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. J. Schmitz, Prof. dr. ir. R.A.M. Wolters, Dr. A.Y. Kovalgin

Description

The major process technologies of integrated circuits are treated. The manufacturing of a diode, a MOS transistor, a bipolar transistor and a memory cell in planar technology are explained. Field isolation and (multilevel) interconnect technologies are treated. The manufacturin processes of CMOS, FLASH, DRAM and SRAM technologies and CCD and CMOS imaging circuits are covered. The focus is on the process integration of these circuits, i.e. how process steps should be combined into a complete fabrication plan. The inside knowledge of the microchip hardware leads to a better understanding of the design and application of microchips, e.g. through the concept of design rules.

Practical assignments are carried out with device and process simulation software.

Objective

A physical understanding of the manufacturing and operation of key integrated circuits: CMOS, Flash, CCD.

Assessment

Written exam

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2A

Integrated optics

Lecturer(s)

Dr. S.M. Garcia-Blanco, dr. H.J.W.M. Hoekstra

Description

Integrated optics is expected to become one of the key enabling technologies of the 21st century, helping to overcome the bottlenecks faces by current electronics. Several decades ago, optical fibers revolutionized the communication field, providing affordable connectivity between people in different parts of the world. A prime example is the widespread of high-speed internet and mobile communications which was possible thanks to optical fiber technology. Integrated waveguides are on-chip versions of optical fibers. First proposed in the 1960's, integrated optical circuits are analogous to electronic

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integrated circuits. The main difference is that the information is processed in the form of "light" instead of by electrical signals, enabling therefore much higher transmission speed and processing capabilities. By selecting the correct set of materials, waveguiding structures, that confine and route light with dimensions in the micrometer and even nanometer scale, can be integrated on a chip.

In this course, you will learn the foundations of the field “integrated optics" and you will acquire the necessary theoretical and practical skills required to design various integrated photonic devices. In lecture format, the basic principles covering the theory of planar waveguides, basic structures, non-linear optics, materials and technology, as well as an introduction into numerical methods and different commercial software tools will be discussed in the first half of the course. The theoretical knowledge acquired will form the basis for the solution of a number of practical assignments, executed using commercial design tools.

During the final assignment you will perform the complete design and optimization of a integrated photonic device.

The course evaluation is based on the student's writen reports (exercises and final report).

The following basic and modern topics, relevant for optical sensors, on-chip lasers and optical amplifiers, and telecommunication, will be treated: - Theory of planar waveguides - Integrated Optics Basic structures - Beam Propagation Methods - Photonic Crystals, plasmonic waveguides, optical filters, active Decvices - Materials and technology - Fields of application include telecommunication and optical sensors.

Objective

The course aims to give an introduction into the field of integrated optics.

Assessment

Evaluation takes place based on written reports on the assignments and design assignments

Course material

Lecture notes, exercises (available through BlackBoard)

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Materials for information storage

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. L. Abelmann

Description

Specialization of the course Materials Science in the area of media for Information Storage. Content may depend on particular interest of student, but contains at least: preparation techniques and material analysis.

Prior knowledge

Information Storage (required, 121051) Material Science (required, 121074) Technology (desired, 121073)

Objective

introduce the student in the field of materials science for information storage.

Assessment

Oral examination and case study

Course material

Reader, composed per individual student

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Micro Electro Mechanical Systems Design

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based micromechanical and micro/nanofluidic devices and systems with an emphasis on their functionality. In the lectures different design principles are derived from the theory of elastic mechanics, transducer science and fluid mechanics and practised in exercise sessions. A major part of the course is the design lab in which the students design and test a device of their own choice which is realized in a foundry process offered by the TST group.

The design of silicon based micromechanical (including fluidic) devices and systems based on physical modeling. Topics: Elastic mechanics of beams and membranes; actuator theory including electrostatic actuation, design of electrostatic motors; sensor transduction and read-out electronics, design of acceleration -, angular velocity -, force -, and pressure sensors; introduction in fluid mechanics for low Reynolds numbers, surface tension and capillarity, electrical double layer and elektro-osmosis; adhesion, stiction and friction in micro and nano-systems.

Objective

Aim is to learn how to design micromechanical or devices and systems (sensors, actuators and fluidic devices or systems) based on a fixed fabrication process. The student will learn to make a conceptual design, a physical design based on relevant device physics, a mask design based on the fixed fabrication process and a design verification by device characterization.

Assessment

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Course material

S.D. Senturia, Microsystem design, Kluwer 2004, ISBN 0-7923-7246-8 M. Elwenspoek, R. Wiegerink, Mechanical Microsensors, Springer 2001, ISBN 3-540-67582-5 J.A. Pelesko, D.H. Bernstein, Modeling MEMS and NEMS, Chapman & Hall / CRC 2003, ISBN 1-58488-306-5 Handouts

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Optics of atoms, molecules and semiconductors

Lecturer(s)

Prof. dr. W. Vos

Description

No description of this course is available at time of printing.

Please check the Osiris course catalog for more information

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Nanophysics

Lecturer(s)

prof.dr.ir. H.J.W. Zandvliet, A.A. Golubov, dr. G.H.L.A. Brocks

Description

In this course we focus on low-dimensional systems with typical length scales in the range of 1-100 nm. At this small length scale quantum mechanical phenomena play a dominant role in the physics of devices. Prominent topics are quantum electronic transport, both coherent and incoherent, Coulomb blockade, quantum computing and entanglement. The physical description of these phenomena is illustrated by examples from current research in nanophysics.

Assessment

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Course material

"Electronic Transport in Mesoscopic Systems", S. Datta, ISBN 0521599431 and handouts.

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Physical organic chemistry

Lecturer(s)

Dr. P. Jonkheijm

Objective

Making correlations between stable organic structures and reactive intermediates enables students to develop reaction mechanisms using concepts of structure and bonding. The students will learn the ability to anticipate and design organic chemistry experiments and decipher their mechanism using concepts of kinetics and dynamics. Several examples from organometallic chemistry, bio-organic chemistry and enzymology are used to highlight the utility of the techniques in different fields. The students will advance their analysis of electronic structure theory by getting acquinted with notions of quantum mechanics. The students will apply these notions to the analysis of pericyclic reactions, photochemistry and electronic organic materials.

Prior knowledge

Structure and reactivity, Organic chemistry

Course material

Modern physical organic chemistry, Eric V. Anslyn/ Dennis A. Douhgherty, University Science Books, Sausalito, California, 2006

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Elective modules Block 2B Block 2B Course title

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Advanced experimental methods

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Biochemistry

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Advanced experimental methods

Lecturer(s)

Dr. ir. H. Wormeester, dr. R. van Gastel

Description

This course covers a number of modern analytical methods that provide chemical and/or structural inforamtion on surfaces and thin films. Its purpose is to understand the principles, application area and limitations of experimental techniques used in surface and thin film analysis. The student is able to decide what technique is best suitable to apporach a problem in these fields.

- The basic principles of ultra high vacuum, the principles and use of various pumps and UHV-materials.

- Diffraction at surfaces with electrons, photons and atoms is discussed in more detail than already done in previous courses.

- The principles of electron spectroscopy techniques (AES, XPS, UPS and EELS), illustrated with practical examples.

- Optical spectroscopy (ellipsometry, infrared) for the optical characterization of thin films.

- Ion spectroscopy (SIMS, RBS, LEIS). Both the analyses of sputtered material as well.

Prior knowledge

Surfaces and thin layers

Assessment

Laboratory assignments

Course material

Hand-outs

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Biochemistry

Lecturer(s)

Dr. A.A. Poot

Description

Includes fundamentals in relation with chemical compounds and processes within the living cell, c.f. structure and organization of the cell, biomembranes, amino acids, proteins and enzymes, ATP, glycolysis and respiration, hereditary information, gene regulation, DNA-recombinant technology, tissues and uncontrollable growth.

Objective

Increase insight into fundamentals of cellular processes.

Teach. method

Selfstudy

Course material

Essential Cell Biology, Alberts et al., Garland Publishers, New York, 3e druk 2010, paperback ISBN 978-0-8153-4130-7

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Lab on a chip

Lecturer(s)

Prof.dr. J.C.T. Eijkel, dr. S. le Gac, prof. dr. ir. A. van den Berg, dr. ir. M. Odijk

Description

The Lab on a Chip course will take the student to the world of miniaturized systems used in various fields of chemistry and life sciences. A "Lab-on-aChip" consists of electrical, fluidic, and optical functions integrated in a microsystem, and has applications in (bio)chemical and medical fields. The core of the lab-on-a-chip system is a microfluidic channel structure, through which fluid sample plugs with less than a nanoliter volume are propelled by hydraulic, electrokinetic or surface forces. The fluidic structures are machined in materials like fused silica, borofloat glass, or polymers. The course will discuss all aspects of such microsystems. After a thorough introduction on miniaturization, the microfluidic and nanofluidic theoretical principles are treated, followed by aspects of microfabrication and a visit to the cleanroom.

The effect of miniaturization on sample preparation, separation and detection forms the next chapter of the course. Surface modification and kinetics plays a vital role in increasing selectivity and efficiency of the device. Finally, all theory comes together in the practical examples presented as selected topics: applications of miniaturized diagnostic devices in clinical measurements and in life sciences, experiments on the micrometer to the nanometer scale, microreactors, manipulation and analysis of (living) cells and biomolecules and tissue engineering.

Objective

To obtain understanding of the working principles, the basic elements and most relevant applications of micro- and nanofluidic systems.

Assessment

Written examination

Course material

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Elective modules All year (not limited to a specific block) Course title

EC

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Advanced semiconductor devices

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Organic chemistry of polymers

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Capita selecta courses*

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*All research groups offer 5 EC Capita Selecta modules, that you can take as an elective in your MSc program. For detailed information, please look at the Osiris Online Course Catalog (https://osiris.utwente.nl/student/OnderwijsCatalogus.do) or contact the group leader.

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Advanced semiconductor devices

Lecturer(s)

dr.ir. C. Salm

Description

This course in "Advanced Semiconductor Devices" can be finished by an assignment or literature study on one of the topics concerning an "advanced device", for example deep-submicron device, silicon-on-insulator devices, RF applications or molecular electronics. The assignment can be done all year around.

Practical study into one or more topics in advanced semiconductor devices.

Precise topics determined later. Examples are device characterization, device or circuit simulations or literature study.

Prior knowledge

Semiconductors (191217060) and solid state physics (or equivalent)

Course material

Will be provided by the lecturer.

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Organic chemistry of polymers

Lecturer(s)

dr.ir. J.M.J. Paulusse, prof.dr. J.F.J. Engbersen

Description

Studying the most essential polymerization processes: step- , chain, and ringopening polymerization. Discussed are kinetic and thermodynamic parameters, structure of polymers, properties and processing conditions.

Teaching methods

Self-education

Prior knowledge

General and (bio)organic chemistry

Course material

G. Odian; Principles of Polymerization 4th edition; Additional material available by contacting the lecturer

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MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology MESA+ is one of the world’s largest nanotechnology research institutes; and it’s the largest research institute in this field in the Netherlands. A total of 525 researchers work together on cutting-edge research at the highest level.

MESA+ boasts a state-of-the-art NanoLab with a floor area of 1250 square meters. The fact that its users are offered a wide variety of technologies and equipment to develop an almost unlimited number of applications makes the MESA+ NanoLab quite unique.

MESA+ actively seeks collaboration with industry and encourages entrepreneurship among its employees. This has led to the institute being the birthplace of as many as 50 high-tech spin-off companies that market developed technologies and thus make them available to the community. Through collaboration and a focus on interdisciplinary research, the excellent infrastructure and entrepreneurship, MESA+ is one of the world’s top institutes in the field of nano and microtechnology.

MESA+ has an annual turnover in the region of € 50 million.

For more information on the institute and its activities, please visit the website at www.utwente.nl/mesaplus/ , or contact the secretarial office at 053 489 2715 or mesa@utwente.nl

Strategic Research Programs (SROs) The MESA+ research programs are also called Strategic Research Orientations (SRO's).

The creation of SRO’s ensures a strong multidisciplinary activity within the institute and is a basis for realization of its goal.

At this moment 4 different SRO’s are running, which are: - Applied nanophotonics (Pepijn Pinkse, p.w.h.pinkse@utwente.nl) - Nanomaterials for energy (Mark Huijben, m.huijben@utwente.nl) - Enabling technologies (Peter Schön, p.schon@utwente.nl) - Nanotechnology for innovative medicine (Serge Lemay, s.j.g.lemay@utwente.nl) For information on the individual SROs, please contact the program director, which is indicated in brackets for each program)

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Participating research groups Biomolecular Electronic Structure prof. Claudia Filippi Website: http://bes.tnw.utwente.nl/ We are a computational group in the field of electronic structure theory and focus on the methodological development of accurate approaches for investigating the electronic properties of materials. Currently, we are particularly interested in the problem of describing photoexcitation processes in biological systems, where available computational techniques appear to have limited applicability. Deepening our physical understanding of the primary excitation processes in photobiological systems is important both from a fundamental point of view and because of existing and potential applications in biology, biotechnology, and artificial photosynthetic devices.

Biomolecular Nanotechnology prof. Jeroen Cornelissen Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/bnt/ The BNT group (founded early 2009) aims at understanding some of the basic principles driving the formation of nano-sized objects and nano-structured materials that Nature has created in the course of evolution. The goal is to use biological principles as a guidance towards the design of self-assembled, multifunctional and responsive materials in which biomolecules or bio-inspired architectures are used as building blocks. Therefore we apply (macro)-molecular and supramolecular chemistry in combination with molecular biology approaches. For example, we employ protein building blocks to form nanometer-sized reactors and use the highly symmetric properties of these protein cages as scaffolds for functional materials. Techniques used in our laboratory range from synthetic chemistry and protein engineering to physical characterization using state-of-the-art facilities in the MESA+ constellation.

Potential BSc or MSc projects can involve themes such as: - Protein isolation, derivatization and assembly - (Bio)-catalysis in nanometer confinement - Hierarchical self-assembly of nanoparticles and other functional nano-objects - Synthesis of novel molecular dopants for adaptive materials

BIOS – The lab-on-a-chip group prof. Albert van den Berg Website: www.utwente.nl/ewi/bios/ The BIOS Lab-on-a-Chip chair (“Miniaturized systems for biomedical and environmental applications”) aims at the research and development of Lab-on-a-Chip (LOC) systems.

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Catalytic Processes and Materials prof. Leon Lefferts Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/cpm/ FROM NEW CONCEPTS TOWARDS INNOVATIVE PROCESSES One of the oldest and most intriguing chemical phenomena, catalysis, has become indispensable for living over the past three centuries. People would even not exist without catalysis, since the body is a complex catalytic factory using very efficient biocatalytic reactions. Moreover, about 70% of all industrial processes make use of catalysts, while approximately 90% of produced chemicals are prepared with the aid of catalysts. A few examples where to encounter catalysis, or products made by catalysts, in daily life, are: exhaust catalysis, batteries, detergents, gasoline, food (beer, wine, and cheese), polymers (and products made out of them).

The universal principle of catalysis - defined by Berzelius as the phenomena that the rate of a reaction changes due to a catalysts without the catalyst being altered - can be found in many different disciplines within the field of chemistry. Examples are biochemistry (biocatalysis), organic and organometallic chemistry (homogeneous catalysis), inorganic chemistry and materials science (heterogeneous catalysis).Catalysis is multidisciplinary and connects many issues: from inorganic chemistry for catalyst preparation, to surface science, physical chemistry and reactor- and process- design. In other words, catalysis provides challenges for scientists with a broad interest.

Complex Photonic Systems prof. Willem Vos Website: http://cops.nano-cops.com/ It is the mission of the Complex Photonic Systems (COPS) chair to perform advanced research on propagation and emission of light in complex nanophotonic metamaterials. We investigate new physical concepts and develop state-of-the-art techniques. We study photonic band gap crystals, Anderson localization and diffusion of light, wavefront shaping, and related phenomena. Our curiosity driven research is of interest to industrial partners and provides enabling technology for applications in optical signal processing, lighting, medical and biophysical imaging. We train junior scientists with advanced technology and methodology in order to perform in multidisciplinary teams, and to successfully communicate to a broad audience.

Computational Biophysics prof. Wim Briels Website: http://cbp.tnw.utwente.nl/ Our research focuses on the relation between the molecular constitution of a system and its thermodynamic and rheological properties, with a focus on biological systems. Studies are performed with atomistic and coarse-grained models, using simulation methods ranging from molecular dynamics simulation and Monte Carlo simulations to Brownian dynamics, responsive particle dynamics, etc. We study rheological properties per se, as well as processes whose dynamics are fully determined by the rheological properties of the system.

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Computational Materials Science prof. Paul Kelly Website: http://cms.tnw.utwente.nl/ The theoretical research of the CMS group focuses on understanding the magnetic, optical, electrical and mechanical properties of condensed matter and the relationship of the physical properties to the chemical composition. Currents research topics include: - Electronic structure theory - The metal-insulator transition in 'switchable mirror' materials - Giant MagnetoResistance (GMR) in magnetic multilayers - Electronic structure and optical properties of conjugated polymers - Growth processes on semiconductor surfaces

Controlled drug delivery prof. Johan Engbersen prof. Gert Storm Website: http://www.utwente.nl/tnw/cdd/ Targeted delivery of pharmaceuticals to an intended site of action in the body is one of the most important issues for the next generation of therapeutics. Polymeric nanoparticles with surfaceattached functionalities directed towards certain receptors/cell types can function as carriers for targeted drug or gene delivery. In gene therapy, DNA or RNA is delivered to the cell, inducing or suppressing a specific genetic function. An ideal gene delivery system should be capable to act as a synthetic virus, displaying high specificity for the target cells, protecting the polynucleotide from undesired interactions and degradation, and enhancing cell binding and intracellular delivery into cytoplasm and (for DNA) into nucleus (Figure 1). In our research tailor-made biodegradable and non-toxic polymers with desirable functional groups and properties are developed for innovative drug and gene delivery systems. The structural and physicochemical properties of the developed polymeric systems are closely correlated to their biological properties and targeting capabilities.

These investigations form the basis for the development of efficient and prolonged drug and gene delivery systems.

Inorganic Materials Science prof. Dave Blank Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/ims/ This group is involved in different aspects of the science and technology of inorganic materials.

The research is focussed on the following activities: - Nanoelectronic materials - Physics of complex inorganic nanomaterials - Inorganic and hybrid nanomaterials chemistry - Nanomaterials for energy - Industrial physics

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Inorganic Membranes prof. Arian Nijmeijer Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/im/ Research in the Inorganic Membrane group encompasses macro as well as micro scale phenomena in the field of: - the development of new membrane materials, - a better fundamental understanding of transport mechanisms, - the design of membrane processes and membrane reactors.

Research topics: 1. Advanced Ceramics 2. Solid State Ionics 3. Porous Ceramic Membranes

Interfaces and correlated electron systems prof. Hans Hilgenkamp Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/ice/ The Interfaces and Correlated Electron systems group (ICE) focuses on materials and interfaces with unconventional electronic properties, especially related to interactions between the mobile charge carriers.

The research is aimed to bridge fundamental studies with application-oriented ‘proof-of-principle’ device developments. Most of the experimental research concentrates around thin film samples, which are fabricated in house with advanced thin film deposition and structuring techniques.

Laser Physics and Nonlinear Optics prof. Klaus Boller Website: http://lpno.tnw.utwente.nl/ The mission of the group can be described as exploring the physics and technology of nonlinear optical processes with emphasis on nano-photonics. This includes a wide range of light intensities and time scales, research on novel or improved light sources (ranging from integrated photonics to the strongest laser in the Netherlands), and it includes the selection and control of suitable nonlinear media and advanced optical components. The research currently covers three main themes, nano-structured photonics, linear and nonlinear optics and extreme nonlinear optics.

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Materials Science and Technology of Polymers prof. Julius Vancso Website: www.mtpgroup.nl/ The group studies a range of topics, which revolve around macromolecular nanotechnology and materials chemistry of nanostructured (macro)molecular materials. MTP’s mission is to establish approaches, devise and construct tools, and build materials platforms that enable studies of macromolecular structure, behavior and function from the nanometer length scale, bottom up, in a direct one-to-one control of the molecular objects. This knowledge is utilized to obtain advanced functional macromolecular materials and devices with enhanced or novel properties and functions for targeted applications.

Membrane Technology Group Prof. Kitty Nijmeijer Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/mtg/ Our research focuses on the separation of molecular mixtures and selective mass transport. We aim at tailoring membrane morphology and characteristics on a molecular level to control mass transport in macroscopic applications. We consider our expertise as a multidisciplinary knowledge chain ranging from molecule to process. We distinguish two application clusters, i.e. Water and Energy.

Mesoscale Chemical Systems prof. Han Gardeniers Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/mcs/ Chemistry in confinement In physics and chemistry the mesoscopic scale is the length scale at which one can reasonably discuss material properties or phenomena without having to discuss individual atom behaviour.

Applied research at this scale is covered by the fields of nanotechnology and microtechnology (including microsystem technology, MST, micro electromechanical systems, MEMS, and microreaction technology).

The aim of the research group is to study the behaviour and control of fluids, including miscible and immiscible liquids, gases and two-phase gas-liquid systems and of the chemical species contained in these fluids in a confined environment and more specifically, near plain, nanostructured and/or reactive surfaces and interfaces.

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Molecular Nanofabrication prof. Jurriaan Huskens Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/mnf/ The research in the MnF group is focused at fundamental and applied studies of assemblies and patterning.

Research topics include: - Multivalent recognition at interfaces - Patterned assemblies and bionanostructures - Chemical assisted soft proibe and imprint lithography - Integrated 3D materials assembly

Multiscale mechanics prof. Stefan Luding Website: www.utwente.nl/ctw/msm/ The group of multi scale mechanics deals with fluids and solids, particles and their contacts, granular materials and powders, micro-fluid systems, self-healing materials and a variety of multiscale theory and modeling approaches.

Nanobiophysics Dr. Mireille Claessens Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/nbp/ We are a multidisciplinary research group operating at the interfaces of physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. We participate in the MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology and MIRA Institute for Biotechnology and Technical Medicine.

Our research mission is to perform world-class research in molecular and cellular biophysics at the nanometer scale. We are particularly interested in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative disease related protein aggregation, in protein-ligand interactions on cell surfaces, and in the emerging field of nanobiophotonics. We are also fascinated with developing cutting-edge technologies to address these challenging research questions.

Research topics are: - Molecular biophysics of protein aggregation - Cell biophysics: receptor-ligand interactions - Nanobiophotonics - Optical microscopy technologies - Atomic force microscopy and spectroscopy - Detection technology

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Nanoelectronics prof. Wilfred van der Wiel Website: www.utwente.nl/ewi/ne/ The Chair NanoElectronics (NE) performs research and provides education in the field of nanoelectronics. Nanoelectronics comprises the study of the electronic and magnetic properties of systems with critical dimensions in the nanoregime, i.e. sub ~100 nm. Hybrid inorganic-organic electronics, spin electronics and quantum electronics form important subfields of nanoelectronics.

The research goes above and beyond the boundaries of traditional disciplines, synergetically combining aspects of Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Nanotechnology.

Our research entails the development of novel (concepts for) electronic devices and systems with nanoscale dimensions for application in future generations of electronics and information storage.

The present research extends over hybrid inorganic-organic electronics, spin-based electronics, and quantum electronics. One of the future challenges will be to smartly combine top-down and bottom-up technology for electrically addressing single nanosystems, bridging the micro-nano gap in a reliable fashion.

Nanoelectronic materials prof. Guus Rijnders Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/ims/people/rijnders/ This group is involved in different aspects of the science and technology of inorganic materials.

The research is focussed on the following activities: - Nanoelectronic materials - Physics of complex inorganic nanomaterials - Inorganic and hybrid nanomaterials chemistry - Nanomaterials for energy - Industrial physics

NanoIonics prof. Serge Lemay Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/ni/ We are a recently founded, internationally oriented group conducting fundamental research on electrostatics and electron transfer in liquid, and simultaneously exploring new concepts for fluidic technologies based on this new understanding. Recent and current research topics include for example carbon nanotube and graphene (bio)sensors, the physics of charge inversion and DNA condensation by multivalent ions, the fundamentals of electrophoresis, high frequency CMOSbased nanosensors, electrochemical detection of single molecules in nanofluidic devices, and (most recently, with James Seddon joining our group!) the nanoscopic structure of solid-liquid interfaces..

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Optical Sciences prof. Jennifer Herek Website: http://os.tnw.utwente.nl/ Biomolecules and nanostructures The Optical Sciences group studies the interaction of light and matter at the nanoscale. We do this by exploring ways to shape light and its environment. It's what we call active and passive control.

Our current focus is on the interaction of light with biomolecules and nanostructures. Optical

Photocatalytic synthesis prof. Guido Mul Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/pcs/ Research activities are aimed at the development of innovative materials and concepts to run photocatalytic reactions with high efficiency. The focus of the research program is on the conversion of solar energy into chemical energy, i.e. to drive thermodynamically uphill reactions such as the synthesis of fuel by CO2 activation.

Furthermore, the high selectivities that can be obtained in alkane activation over photon excited catalysts, as well as photocatalytic purification of waste streams, are of interest. The PCS group is a member of the national research school on catalysis, NIOK.

Physics of Complex Fluids prof. Frieder Mugele Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/pcf/ The PCF group performs experimental research focusing on the properties of liquids on scales ranging from a few nanometers to many micrometers. Our activities fall into the categories: i) nanofluidics, ii) (electro)wetting & microfluidics, iii) soft matter mechanics. We are mainly interested in fundamental physical mechanisms that may ultimately also break grounds for new technological applications in the future.

Physics of Fluids prof. Detlef Lohse Website: http://pof.tnw.utwente.nl/ Our group is studying various flow phenomena, in particular those related with bubbles. We use both experimental, theoretical, and numerical techniques. Our main research areas are: Turbulence and Two-Phase Flow, Granular Flow, Micro- and Nanofluidics and Biomedical Application of Bubbles

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Physics of Interfaces and Nanomaterials prof. Harold Zandvliet Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/pin/ The research field involves controlled preparation and understanding of interfaces, lowdimensional (nano)structures and nanomaterials. We focus on systems that (1) rely on state-of-the art applications or (2) can potentially lead to future applications.

Semiconductor Components prof. Jurriaan Schmitz Website: http://sc.el.utwente.nl/ Microchips are great, but we want them better still. We study new materials, new device concepts, and new characterization techniques, to contribute to the advancement of silicon circuit technology. Focal points of our research are: IC processing, covering topics including: CMOS wafer post-processing, novel devices and nanotechnology Device characterization and reliability Device physics and modeling

Soft matter, fluidics and interfaces prof. R. Lammertink Website: www.utwente.nl/tnw/sfi/ Research within the Soft matter, Fluidics and Interfaces group is directed at interfacial phenomena and processes that are relevant for mass and heat transport. We wish to study and exploit fundamental principles where fluid flow encounters structures on a sub-millimeter length scale.

Transducer Science and Technology prof. Miko Elwenspoek Website: www.utwente.nl/ewi/tst/ The Transducers Science and Technology Group at the MESA+ Research Institute conducts research on device physics, system- en device simulation, and fabrication technology of nano-, micro-, and miniature mechanical devices.

These devices are made with the aid of micromachining, i.e. photo- lithography, wet and/or dry (an) isotropic (photo-electrochemical) etching, wafer bonding and thin film deposition.

The research in TST is divided over five themes: basic micromachining and four ‘application’themes: sensors, actuators, fluid handling systems and nano-technology. In all these themes, Ph.D. students, Master students, IOO students and foreign students are carrying out their projects.

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Student’s Charter (including OER) The Student’s Charter is a legal document stating the rights and responsibilities of both the institution providing the education (The University of Twente) and the student (that is you). It gives details of the service you can expect from us and what we can expect from you.

This document consists of 4 different parts. The first part is general for all students enrolled in any educational program at the University of Twente. This part can be consulted on the web at: www.utwente.nl/so/studentenbegeleiding/en/regulations/charter/ More specifically to the MSc Nanotecnology itself here are 3 other documents, which are referred to as the Examination Regulations and Graduation Requirements (the OER, “Opleidings en Examen Reglement”). These 3 documents describe the partnership between the organization (Department of Science and Technology, University of Twente) and its students in terms of the kind of performance that is expected of both those parties.

This document outlines the rights and obligations of both parties within the educational process. Alongside of the commitment obligation on the part of the organization as described in this charter there is the commitment obligation of the student to satisfy all the requirements and gain the MSc degree Nanotechnology within the allocated time. The Dutch version of this document has been endorsed by the Faculty Council in which both the dean, and the students are represented. The rights that the student can appeal to on the grounds of this charter are granted to him in order to make such appealing possible.

The charter has its legal foundations in Art. 7.59 of the Higher Education and Scientific Research Act (WHW).

The Examination Regulation and Graduation Requirements for the MSc Nanotechnology comprises of: - General part, a section that is applicable to all Master programs within the department Science and Technology - An NT-specific appendix to this first document, which pertains only to the Master Program in Nanotechnology.

- Rules of the Board of Examiners These 3 documents are available in Dutch and in English. Digital versions of these documents (in PDF) can be downloaded from: www.utwente.nl/nt/downloads/oerdocs/ Transitional arrangements If the regulations are changed, the program director will make a transitional arrangement and announce these arrangements to al students. More information on this can be found in article 6 of the OER.

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OSIRIS Registration, withdrawal and schedules for exams (Osiris) For all exams you need to register through the Osiris website (www.utwente.nl/osiris). Use your personal codes (student number and email password) to logon to this web application. Once logged on you can also request an examination schedule for the entire year or for an overview of examinations for which you have already registered.

Registration for examinations by Osiris is compulsory and independent from course enrollment. You have to register for each examination separately and can do so until 10 office days before the first Monday of the examination period (closing dates are in the schedule). Registration after the closing dates is not possible.

Being registered in time means having the right to participate (provided that the student meets the requested demands for that course).

If you did NOT register for an exam, you are not allowed to take the exam.

BUT, if you did register for an exam, and do not show up, this will appear on your list and count as an attempt to pass the course. Make sure you cancel your registration if you know you are not going to do the exam. Canceling the registration for examinations can be done till 24 hours before the actual exam.

Advice: Each examination is entered into Osiris well in advance to allow you to register for it. Should something go wrong, inform S&OA-TNW as soon as possible, either by email or by telephone so they can take adequate action. Once the registration period has ended, S&OA will not be able to help you.

The examination schedule may change after you have registered, e.g. an examination may be moved to a different location. Before the examination, consult the educational announcements, BlackBoard or the examination schedule available on Osiris for any changes.

Notification and availability of examination marks (Osiris) Exams have to be corrected within 15 workdays after the exam date. Once the Educational Affairs Office (S&OA) has processed the grades, you can access your grades in Osiris (www.utwente.nl/osiris). Login with your personal codes (student number and email password). Examination results are confidential and are treated as such by S&OA.

Absence When it is not possible to attend a compulsory practical course, tutorial or an exam, due to illness or circumstances beyond your control, this may have consequences. It is therefore essential to inform your lecturer or supervisor as soon as possible. When an exam is missed beyond the student’s control and the student is severely disadvantaged by this, the Board of Examiners may decide to permit the student to take an extra exam at a later time.

In this case, the Board of Examiners will consult the student adviser. (Nevertheless, a special treatment is not always required if it is generally possible to join the next exam session.)

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A long-term illness or other personal circumstances may hinder your study progress. In this case, contact your mentor or student adviser Rik Akse (h.a.akse@utwente.nl), who may be able to prevent disadvantageous consequences for your Dutch Government grant (“studiefinanciering”).

In some exceptional cases of illness and circumstances (in your family) - or in a broader sense: situations beyond your control - you may be financially compensated by emergency funds, medical-social funds or university funds. For such cases, contact the information desk of student counsellors (“red desk” located at the Bastille), preferably after counselling the student adviser of your study program.

More information: www.utwente.nl/so/studentenbegeleiding/en/counselling/counsellor/

Exemption from courses If you started or even completed a MSc program at another university, it is possible that you have followed specific modules already. In this case an exemption from specific courses can be discussed with the student adviser. The Board of Examiners will have to approve this exemption.

The form that has to be handed in can be found on the site of BOZ-TNW. Based on this form the Board of Examiners will or will not give their approval.

Examination procedures For most courses, a block (or semester) is concluded with an exam. For all courses there two exam sessions per year: one directly following the block in which the lectures are given and one after the following block. Consult the schedules, Osiris or contact the lecturer for the precise dates of exams. When you take the same exam more than once, the highest grade applies. If you did fail a course two times, and want to go for the 3rd attempt, you need to write a request to the Board of Examiners, who will look at the situation and make a decision whether you are allowed to take the exam for the third time.

With the request you need to send in a study plan.

Grades/marks you receive for the courses are integer numbers ranging from 0 to 10, where 10 is the maximum. The only exception is a 5.5. Grades 5.5 or higher are a passing grade.

During the examination session During the examination, one supervisor is present that can clarify any issues during the exam. If requested by the supervisor, you have to identify yourself with a student card and also you also have to follow their instructions.

During examinations, no contact with other students is allowed. It is expected that you prevent disturbance of fellow students and therefore be on time at the examination session. During the first half an hour after start of the examination session, late-comers will be allowed to participate, and after that time will be prevented from participating. Due to this rule, it is not legitimate to leave the exam within this first half hour. The examination session ends at the set time, also for late-comers. At the end of your exam, every paper 74

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In case of fraud, the exam will be termed invalid. The Board of Examiners may decide further penalties like expelling the student from that exam for up to one year or even exclusion from the study program.

Right of inspection and appraisal During a period of at least 6 months after the results of a written examination have been published, you have the right to inspect the assessed piece of work. When requested, you will be provided with a copy of the assessed piece of work and the examination criteria.

You are furthermore entitled to an appraisal with the corresponding examiner. The appraisal will take place at a time and place determined by the examiner.

The examiner sees to it that written examinations are kept archived for at least two years after the examination date. In some cases, a lecturer organizes a general exam evaluation.

It is recommended to make use of your right for inspection in case you did not pass your exam while you have put sufficient time in taking the course. In this way, you get a better idea of the course demands and of the gaps in your knowledge.

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Bureau of Educational Affairs (SO&A-TNW) (also known as BOOZ-TNW) For all your affairs dealing with grades, courses, diplomas, etc., you will have to contact the S&OA-TNW office, of which the MSc Nanotechnology is part.

Ms. Pinar Sarier-Iz, email: p.sarier@utwente.nl Horstring Z 204/20 053 489 3820 Or visit the website at www.utwente.nl/so/en/

“MSc NT” study room If you want to study, use a computer, have discussions amongst yourselves for study purposes, you are free to use the MSc NT room, which is located in the Horstring Zuid, room 100. The key can be obtained at the ServiceDesk of the Horst. As you enter the Horst through the main entrance (get the key) you turn right. Got through the sliding doors and turn left. The room is directly on the right side before entering the Oosthorst.

IT services Once registered as a student, you will receive a student account which consists of your unique student number, an email address and a password. This student number and password can be used for all the web applications of the University of Twente.

Web applications can be accessed through the Student Portal: http://my.utwente.nl/ut/index.html (or start at www.utwente.nl) and select “My University” and “Students” on the top) ICTS servicedesk - Notebook Service Center www.utwente.nl/icts/nsc/ For information on discounts on notebooks, installation of software and hardware, repairs and other services related to notebooks and computers, you can consult the above website or visit the ICTS servicedesk in the Horstring W122. The desk is opened from Monday to Friday between 8.30 and 12.30 and between 13.00 and 17.00. You can also call at 5577 or email at icts.servicedesk@utwente.nl.

Directly next to the ICTS servicedesk is the Notebook Service Center, where you can go for new notebooks, accessories, etc.

Blackboard Blackboard is new digital learning environment of the University of Twente. Its main functions are: - (un)subscribing for courses.

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Access to Blackboard requires an internet connection and an account. You will get this with your registration as a student at the university.

Manuals for how to use Blackboard can be found on the website.

Blackboard can be accessed via: http://blackboard.utwente.nl/

Online course information system For up-to-date course descriptions of all the courses offered at the University of Twente, you can use the online course-catalogue (part of Osiris). Also within this Master Guide you will find detailed information on the core modules and most elective modules that are considered relevant for the MSc Nanotechnology. Information on courses however is subjected to changes. For the most up-to-date information on courses, and course content, please consult the online course-catalogue.

Osiris course-catalogue is accessible through https://osiris.utwente.nl/student/OnderwijsCatalogus.do

Student services For questions related to the administrative part of your study, such as: - switch to another study program - enroll in a second program - (temporarily) quitting your program - recieve refunds of tuition fees - get information on validity of (foreign) diplomas - get information concerning student cards - study card - Osiris - Bank account - Accommodation - Etc. please contact Student Services online at www.utwente.nl/so/studentservices/en/ Or visit them in the Vrijhof Location: Vrijhof, room 239 B Opening hrs: Mo – Fri 10.00 – 16.00 hrs Tel: 053 - 489 2124 Email: studentservices@utwente.nl

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Student card Upon enrollment as a student you will get the student card (Dutch: ‘college kaart’). This card is your ID-card to be used at the University and serves as proof of you being enrolled as a student. Have this card with you at all times.

This card also works as access card for many of the campus facilities (such as Union Card and Student Union Activity Card).

In case you loose your card, please contact the Student Services immediately.

Chip card Payments on the University campus for copy services, food and drinks are done with the Chip Card. This card is a general debet-card, which most banks supply automatically with your account (in most cases it is the same card as your bank-card). You can revalue your card at different locations in various buildings. Canteens in most buildings do accept cash money but you do save about 10% if you use a chip card.

University library (UB) The University of Twente has an extensive library. The library (also known as UB) has a large collection of books and magazines on a huge number of research areas. Depending on the information they are available on-line, hard copy, lendable or only-on-inspection.

Furthermore the library provides study facilities, such as desks in reading halls, private study rooms and small rooms for groups.

With a valid student card you can access the library and use all the services offered. For specific information on how to do you can turn to the desks at the different library locations.

A lot of the services can be accessed through: www.utwente.nl/ub Here you will find on-line catalogi, databases and search engines. A huge number of journals can be accessed via this website and allow you to download specific research papers.

The University library is located in the Vrijhof building For precise opening hours, check the website

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English courses The University of Twente offers two types of English courses for MSc students that follow a similar scheme: - a refresher course English - practical English for academic research Refresher course English This course aims to polish up English grammar and writing skills to a level comparable to that set for higher levels of Dutch secondary schools (HAVO, VWO).

Following topics are dealt with: - basic grammar: tenses, word order, articles, adjectives/adverbs, conditionals, passive form - paragraph writing - vocabulary strategies - pronunciation strategies - language of dialogues and discussions Attention if focused on identifying specific areas that need further improvement. In this way, personal development with help of exercises and tools is made possible Practical English for academic research Aims at improving the use of English within the MSc programs in a more professional way.

Following topics are dealt with: - getting into contact: invitations by letter, email, telephone, social skills - interviewing in English: polite questions, surveys, small talk - report writing: do’s and dont’s in English - presentations: presenting facts and figures in an effective way Teaching methods: The sessions will be filled with practice and discussion in small groups. Small assignments have to be done between sessions.

Regular practice outside course hours is essential Contact person: Language Coordination Centre (TCP) Lianne Peper (secr) x2040 tcp@utwente.nl Costs : 30 euro (+20 euro deposit). Deposited money will be returned at 7 or more attended sessions Workload: 8 sessions of 1.5 to 2 hours, and an additional 2 hours per week self study. Required time for this depends on your level of proficiency.

Additional info: www.utwente.nl/so/tcp/

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Organization of the MSc Nanotechnology The day-to-day organization of the MSc Nanotechnology program is done by the Executive team, consisting of the program director, the program coordinator, and student adviser.

Program Director Within the Faculty each study program has its own organization with a program director in charge. He bears the final responsibility for the educational quality of the study program. This concerns the overall policies, regulations and performance in the program, and also the daily management. The Program Director constitutes the board of the study program and plays an important role in the development of new courses but also in monitoring and improving the existing tracks and courses.

Dr. Martin Bennink Zuidhorst 155 Phone: 6800 m.l.bennink@utwente.nl

Dr. Ben Betlem Horsttoren 609 Phone: 3043 b.h.l.betlem@utwente.nl

Program Coordinator The Program Coordinator supports the program director and is in charge of the organizational, procedural and contentrelated coordination of the study program. He coordinates the connection and the quality assurance of the educational program. Together with the students, the mentors, and lecturers, he evaluates the courses and initiates necessary changes.

Secretary (Student adviser and International student coordinator) The student adviser can guide students during study problems they might encounter. Besides program-related problems, students can talk about experiences with studying, planning, complaints, educational and examination regulations, legal position and possible other suggestions concerning the personal program. The student adviser is the person of trust for students.

Ing. Rik Akse Horsttoren 615 Phone: 2886 h.a.akse@utwente.nl

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Secretarial office The secretarial office for the MSc Nanotechnology is run by Mrs. Annemiek Vos-Baveld and is located in Horsttoren 615.

Phone: 3932 Email: a.m.b.vos-baveld@utwente.nl

Faculty Science and Technology The MSc Nanotechnology is organizationally embedded in the Faculty of Science and Technology, which is one of the 5 faculties of the University of Twente.

The Faculty Science and Technology offers the following BSc and MSc programs - Applied Physics (BSc and MSc) - Chemical Engineering (BSc and MSc) - Biomedical Engineering (BSc and MSc) - Advanced Technology (only BSc) - Nanotechnology (only MSc) - Technical Medicine (only MSc) The organization of the Faculty is the responsibility of the Dean. The Faculty Council, consisting of an equal number of staff representatives and students advises the Dean on all management aspects (financial, personell and research). The Faculty Council is the highest participation body within the Faculty. It has the right of veto on several subjects, such as reorganization and the Student’s Charter.

More information on the Faculty Council: www.utwente.nl/tnw/fr/

Committees and boards A number of committees are essential for the organization of the MSc Nanotechnology.

Educational Board (Dutch: Opleidingscommissie, OLC) The Educational Board consists of (an equal number of) students and staff members/coworkers. This committee considers the regulations for examination, the study program.

Lawfully, this committee has the right to advice (at request or unsolicited) the Program Director and the Dean. These advices are binding for the concerning persons unless they have well-grounded reasons to handle otherwise. In this committee students have a direct influence on the study program.

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At the moment, the Educational Board for the MSc Nanotechnology consists of the following members: Prof. Jurriaan Huskens

Chairman

Dr. Michel de Jong

Lecturer

Henk-Willem Veltkamp

Student

Anne Leenstra

Student

Dr. Martin Bennink

Program coordinator

Dr. Ben Betlem

Program director

Ing. Rik Akse

Adviser, student mentor

Annemiek Vos

Secretary

For more updated information, please go to: www.utwente.nl/nt/organization/educboard/ Board of Examiners (Dutch: Examencommissie, MEX) The board of examiners consists of staff members, including at least two professors, and is appointed by the Dean. The board has substantive authority for all matters concerning examination and holds responsibility for a proper course of affairs during examinations, lays down the relevant regulations, and may provide guidelines and instructions to the examiners. The board’s tasks include arranging for the admission of students, the assessments of proposals for a flexible program, the evaluation of request for exemption from certain units of study (examinations, practical, etc.), and assuring the overall quality of the study program. The program coordinator acts as official secretary and the program director and study adviser act as advisers.

For the MSc Nanotechnology the Board of Examiners consists of the following members: Prof. Wilfred van der Wiel

Chairman

Prof. Frieder Mugele

Lecturer

Dr. Peter SchĂśn

Lecturer

Dr. Sonia Garcia-Blanco

Secretary

Dr. Ben Betlem

Program director

Ing. Rik Akse

Advisor, student mentor

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Student Union The Student Union supports students by creating an environment in which students can relax and develop themselves during their student years. About 90 student organizations are affiliated with the Student Union. These organizations cover 5 different sectors: - culture - social - sports - study - other, ‌ Please contact the Student Union for information on all activities.

Website: www.studentunion.utwente.nl/

International Office The International Office assists international students that want to study at the University of Twente, as well as employees or students that want to study or work abroad.

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Information on study and research possibilities outside the Netherlands Advice and information on aspects of internationalization Information on scholarships Information on accommodation possibilities

International Office Bastille 320 Phone: x5424 international@so.utwente.nl www.utwente.nl/so/en/internationaloffice/ A special portal is available providing an overview and direct links to the services of International Office. www.utwente.nl/internationalstudents/

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Student Associations Although nanotechnology as a master does not have its own student association (yet), you can join one of the other educational programs, that are closely related to nanotechnology.

In order to experience campus life to the fullest, and to be involved in social events, excursions, etc., join the student association of your interest.

Applied Physics: S.V. Arago CarrĂŠ, rooms C3190 053 489 3050 arago@utwente.nl www.arago.utwente.nl/ Chemical Engineering C.T.S.G. Alembic Horst tower, rooms 511-513, floor 5 (just outside the elevator, on your left, 2nd room) 053 489 2866 bestuur@alembic.utwente.nl http://alembic.tnw.utwente.nl/ Electrical Engineering E.T.S.V. Scintilla Zilverling E-204 053 489 2810 bestuur@scintilla.utwente.nl www.scintilla.utwente.nl/ Advanced Technology S.V.A.T. Astatine Horst tower,room 713, floor 7 (just outside the elevator, on your left, 2nd room) 053 4894450 (between 9 AM and 4.30 PM) bestuur@astatine.utwente.nl www.astatine.utwente.nl/ Biomedical Engineering / Clinical Technology S.V. Paradoks Horst C004 053 489 2491 info@paradoks.utwente.nl www.paradoks.utwente.nl/

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Course evaluation form Can be downloaded from: www.utwente.nl/nt/downloads/courseeval/

COURSE EVALUATION FORM for courses in the MSc Nanotechnology INSTRUCTIONS: This evaluation is filled out anonymously. When filled in you can hand this in with your exam, and in case you did not have time to fill this out during the exam time, you can send it to Martin Bennink, ZH 155 using internal mail.

Number

Course name

Please encircle the MSc program you are enrolled in: NT

1

APH

EE

CE

BME

TM

other:

What is the average number of hours per week you spent on this course (this includes lectures or contact hours) What is the average number of hours on top of this that you spent on preparing for the exam?

How many lectures did you not attend?

The study load for this module is set to 5 EC, equivalent to 140 hours. Do you think, this is correct ? Can you estimate the study load that you experienced doing this course expressed in hours or ECs.

2.

Were the learning objectives of this course clear to you?

Very clear

3.

O

O

O

O

O

Very unclear

Did you have enough knowledge from earlier courses to do this course Yes

O

O

O

O

O

No

4.

What would you have needed to know to perform better during the course

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How do you qualify the course in being challenging ?

Very challenging

6.

O

O

O

O

O

Not challenging

O

Poor

What is your opinion on the course material?

Excellent

O

O

O

O

7.

How can this material be improved

8.

How important were the classes or meetings with the lecturer for the course: Very useful

9.

O

O

O

O

Not useful

Were there enough classes or meetings with the lecturer ?

Too many classes 10.

O

O

O

O

O

O

Too few classes

O

O

No

Was the examination as you had expected ?

Yes

O

O

O

11.

In what ways did the test differ from your expectations ?

12.

Are there any other remarks, suggestions, or other concerning this course ?

If you need more space, please add an additional page.

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Form: Contract MSc thesis assignment Can be downloaded from: www.utwente.nl/nt/downloads/MScThesisDocs/Contract_MSc_thesis_assignment.doc

Contract MSc thesis assignment MSc Nanotechnology (for the approval of the assignment, committee and educational program)

Name Student number Phone number Research group I hereby ask you, regarding article 5.24 of the EXAMINATION REGULATIONS and the GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS of the faculty of Science and Technology (in Dutch: OER-TNW), to give your approval to the MSc assignment (based on the description), the MSc committee and the chosen educational MSc program.

Planning Starting date Expected end date* * end date of the MSc program, that is including modules that still need to be done.

The MSc committee consists of: Chairman External member Member Member Member Signatures Student

Chairman MSc Assignment Committee

Attachments 1. Description of the MSc assignment 2. Complete MSc program 3. Overview of results MSc program (Osiris), you can get this form from BOZ-TNW

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ATTACHMENT 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MSc ASSIGNMENT Please provide a description of the research assignment and include explicitly mention what the student will do in this. Add more pages if needed.

TITLE Give a concise title of the assignment DESCRIPTION Please write half a page on the description of the assignment.

NANOSCIENTIFIC / -TECHNOLOGICAL ASPECTS Specify the nanoscientific and nanotechnological aspects of the project. Please consider that the student is doing a MSc program in Nanotechnology WORKPLAN Make a detailed workplan in which the different activities of the student during the project are listed. You can specify items such as literature study, preparation of samples, fabrication of specific structures, use of techniques or instruments, etc. Do this in bullet list style.

ATTACHMENT 2 COMPLETE MSc PROGRAM List all the modules that are part of your MSc program. The core modules and nanotechnology electives are already printed for your convenience, please add or adjust where needed. If a module has not been finished yet, please put an expected date of finishing it in the final column (month, year). When a module is finished leave the last column empty.

Code

CORE MODULES

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Homologation module

193400050

Nanoscience

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Characterization of nanostructures

5.0

193400150

Fabrication of nanostructures

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ec

(.. continued, see online form)

ATTACHMENT 3 OVERVIEW OF RESULTS MSc PROGRAM Put here the Osiris record instead of this page. This record you can get from the BOZ-TNW education office desk (Horstring Z-204).

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Form: Application form for MSc Exam and the MSc Colloquium Can be downloaded from: www.utwente.nl/nt/downloads/MScThesisDocs/ApplMScExam.doc

Application form for MSc Exam and the MSc Colloquium MSc Nanotechnology Please send this form at least 4 weeks before the date of the colloquium of the MSc assignment.

Name Student number Phone number Research group Faculty Professor Title colloquium1,2 Date Time Location Application for the master’s exam Does the student apply for the final MSc exam3.

YES

NO

Signatures Student

Chairman MSc Assignment Committee

Date

Date:

1

The reservation of the location should be made by the Group. BOOZ-TNW will use the information provided here to announce the colloquium (UT-nieuws)

2

This is the title that will be printed in the diploma supplement

3

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Confirmation of exam requirements by BOOZ Initials

Date

List of modules still to be done Code

Name of module

Expect date to finish this module

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Assessment form MSc thesis project Can be downloaded from www.utwente.nl/nt/downloads/MScThesisDocs/AssessmentFormMScThesisAssignment.doc

MSc Nanotechnology (code 193409100, 193409200) Name of student Student number Title of MSc thesis The assessment of the MSc thesis project consists of 2 grades: - one grade covering the scientific and technological aspects (code 193409100, 25 EC) - one grade covering the general aspects (193409200, 20 EC) Please fill out the following two tables to assess different aspects to be included in the grades. Please check one of the five boxes (or more to indicate further refinement, or disagreement in the committee) using the following qualifications: VG=very good, GD= good, SA=satisfactory, SU=sufficient, IS=insufficient. At the end of each table remarks can be added, and please fill in the grade. After filling in the two tables, please copy the grades to the final page, and have one copy signed by the chairperson of the MSc committee, sent to S&OA-TNW (att. Mrs. Pinar Iz)

SCIENTIFIC QUALITY OF THE THESIS (25 ec) VG GD SA SU IS Scientific quality of the thesis 1

What is the candidate’s level of independent scientific thinking ?

2

Does the candidate use and develop original ideas ?

3

Familiarity of with current knowledge (literature)

4

Quality of the problem definition and research questions

5

Description of applied methods/techniques

6

Methods adopted appropriate to subject matter ?

7

Research methodology: is research carried out carefully and adequately?

8

Are limitation of applied methods discussed ?

9

Are the hypotheses clearly presented ?

10 Are the results and conclusions clearly presented ?

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14 Are core findings presented in clear statements ?

Oral presentation 15 Does the oral presentation cover the main parts of the thesis (goals, results, discussion, conclusions) 16 How did the candidate defend his/her thesis (did the candidate answer questions from the committee in an adequate manner) Additional remarks

Grade for scientific/technological aspects (code 193409100, 25 EC) (VG=very good, GD= good, SA=satisfactory, SU=sufficient, IS=insufficient)

GENERAL, OTHER ASPECTS (20 ec) VG GD SA SU IS The master thesis 1

Structure of the text (abstract or summary, introduction, methods, results, discussion, conclusion, references and appendices)

2

Lay-out of the report

3

Is there a comprehensible, informative abstract

4

Quality of diagrams, tables, figures

5

Is text scientifically correct, clearly understandable and in grammatically sound language ?

Quality of the process 6

Degree of independent work

7

Degree of initiative shown

8

Co-operativeness with supervisors / other lab members

9

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10 Structure of the presentation 11 Manner of speaking 12 Proficiency in the English language 13 Non-verbal communication 14 Quality and use of audio-visual media 15 Ability/assertiveness in addressing questions asked from the committee/audience Additional remarks

Grade for general, other aspects (code 193409200, 20 EC) Name student Date Grade scientific/technological aspects (25 EC, code 193409100) Grade general, other aspects (20 EC, code 193409200)

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Citadel (CI) Ravelijn (RA) Zilverling (ZI) Waaier (WA) CarrĂŠ (CR) Nanolab (NA) Langezijds (LA) Horsttoren (HT) Horstring (HR) Westhorst (WH) Noordhorst (NH) Oosthorst (OH) Meander (ME) Zuidhorst (ZH)

Academic holidays 2013/2014 Christmas Christmas (2nd day) New Year’s Day Good Friday Easter Sunday Easter Monday King’s Day Liberation Day Ascension Day (bridge day) Pentecost Sunday Pentecost Monday

Wednesday, December 25, 2013 Thursday, December 26, 2013 Wednesday, January 1, 2014 Friday, April 18, 2014 Sunday, April 20, 2014 Monday, April 21, 2014 Saturday, April 26, 2014 Monday, May 5, 2014 Thursday, May 29, 2014 Friday, May 30, 2014 Sunday, June 8, 2014 Monday, June 9, 2014

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16

23

30

6

13

20

27

Su

6

13

20

27

3

10

17

24

3

10

17

24

31

7

14

21

28

May wk

18

June

19

20

21

22

Mo

6

13

20

Tu

7

14

22

July

August

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

27

3

10

17

24

1

8

15

22

21

28

4

11

18

25

2

9

16

31

32

33

34

35

29

5

12

19

26

23

30

6

13

20

27

31

7

14

21

28

We

1

8

15

22

29

5

12

19

26

3

10

17

24

Th

2

9

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

4

11

18

25

1

8

15

22

29

Fr

3

10

17

24

31

7

14

21

28

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

30

Sa

4

11

18

25

1

8

15

22

29

6

13

20

27

3

10

17

24

31

Su

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

30

7

14

21

28

4

11

18

25

September wk

36

37

38

39

40

Mo

2

9

16

23

30

Tu

3

10

17

24

We

4

11

18

Th

5

12

Fr

6

Sa Su

35

October

1

41

42

43

44

7

14

21

1

8

15

25

2

9

19

26

3

13

20

27

7

14

21

8

15

22

15

Academic holiday

26

Holiday, day off

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40

November 44

December

45

46

47

48

28

4

11

18

22

29

5

12

16

23

30

6

10

17

24

31

4

11

18

25

28

5

12

19

29

6

13

20

49

50

51

52

1

25

2

9

16

23

30

19

26

3

10

17

24

31

13

20

27

4

11

18

25

7

14

21

28

5

12

19

26

1

8

15

22

29

6

13

20

27

26

2

9

16

23

30

7

14

21

28

27

3

10

17

24

8

15

22

29

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1

Calendar 2014 January wk

1

February

2

3

4

5

Mo

6

13

20

Tu

7

14

5

March

6

7

8

9

27

3

10

17

17

28

4

11

9

April

10

11

12

13

14

24

3

10

17

24

31

18

25

4

11

18

25

14

15

16

17

18

7

14

21

28

1

8

15

22

29 30

We

1

8

15

18

29

5

12

19

26

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

Th

2

9

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

6

13

20

27

3

10

17

24

Fr

3

10

17

24

31

7

14

21

28

7

14

21

28

4

11

18

25

Sa

4

11

18

25

1

8

15

22

1

8

15

22

29

5

12

19

26

Su

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

2

9

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

May wk

18

June

19

20

21

22

Mo

5

12

19

Tu

6

13

We

7

22

July

23

24

25

26

27

26

2

9

16

23

30

20

27

3

10

17

24

14

21

28

4

11

18

27

August

28

29

30

31

7

14

21

1

8

15

25

2

9

31

32

33

34

35

28

4

11

18

25

22

29

5

12

19

26

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

31

7

14

21

28

Th

1

8

15

22

29

5

12

19

26

3

10

17

24

Fr

2

9

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

4

11

18

25

1

8

15

22

29

Sa

3

10

17

24

31

7

14

21

28

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

30

Su

4

11

18

25

8

15

22

29

6

13

20

27

3

10

17

24

31

1

September

October

wk

36

37

38

39

40

Mo

1

8

15

22

Tu

2

9

16

23

We

3

10

17

24

Th

4

11

18

Fr

5

12

Sa

6

Su

7

41

42

43

44

29

6

13

20

30

7

14

1

8

25

2

19

26

13

20

14

21

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

27

3

10

17

24

1

8

15

22

29

21

28

4

11

18

25

2

9

16

23

30

15

22

29

5

12

19

26

3

10

17

24

31

9

16

23

30

6

13

20

27

4

11

18

25

3

10

17

24

31

7

14

21

28

5

12

19

26

27

4

11

18

25

1

8

15

22

29

6

13

20

27

28

5

12

19

26

2

9

16

23

30

7

14

21

28

Academic holiday

26

Holiday, day off

44

December

45

15

40

November

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