CHE3172 · Monash University
Nanotechnology and materials 1
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 3
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Engineering
What it covers
This unit introduces the foundation concepts of nanotechnology and nanosynthesis methods, self-assembly of colloids and some characterisation techniques of materials. This unit also covers polymer synthesis and characterisation as well as a number of useful applications of nanotechnology including smart coatings and nanomedicine. The global market and safety associated with nanomaterials and nanotechnology will be described.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory reporthurdle | Written | 10% |
| Assignment presentationhurdle | Presentation | 10% |
| Written assignmenthurdle | Written | 10% |
| Final assessmenthurdle | Examination | 40% |
| Mid-semester testhurdle | Examination | 20% |
| Weekly in-class quizhurdle | Quiz / Test | 10% |
Hurdle tasks must be passed regardless of your overall mark.
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Malaysia | On-campus |
| Clayton | On-campus |