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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code: ENS010
Course Name: Nanoscience and Engineering
Semester: Fall
Spring
Course Credits:
ECTS
5
Language of instruction: English
Course Condition:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator: Doç. Dr. PINAR ÇAKIR HATIR
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Zarrabi
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In this course, it is aimed to know the principles of nanoscience and nanotechnology, to define the priorities of nanosized materials compared to bulk materials, and to have information about the applications of nanomaterials in different fields.
Course Content: In this course, the students will learn principals of nanoscience & nanotechnology as well as the unique mechanical, physico-chemical, electrical, optical and magnetic properties of nanomaterials as a result of reduction in size. Then, practical approaches to nanomaterials’ synthesis, characterization, and their applications in different disciplines will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Know the principals of nanoscience and nanotechnology
2) Can convey the priorities of nanosized materials over bulk materials
3) Would have knowledge about applications of nanomaterials in different fields

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course description; Introduction to nano
2) Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
3) Why size matters?
4) Nanomaterials classification
5) Nanomaterials in non-medical applications
6) Nanomaterials & their applications in health 1
7) Nanomaterials & their applications in health 2
8) Midterm Exam
9) Polymeric nanoparticles
10) Lipid-based nanoparticles
11) Carbon-based nanoparticles
12) Nanomaterials synthesis
13) Nanomaterials characterization
14) Nanotoxicology

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: “Nanostructured Materials”, 2020, Editors: T. Daniel Thangadurai, N. Manjubaashini, Sabu Thomas, Hanna J. Maria; Springer.
References: “Colloidal Foundations of Nanoscience”, 2014, Editors: D. Berty, G. PALAZZO; Elsevier.

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and computer engineering principles, both theoretical and practical, and the ability to apply this knowledge to complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex computer engineering problems using appropriate analysis and modeling techniques.
3) Ability to design and develop complex computer systems, devices, or products that meet specific requirements and operate under realistic constraints and conditions, using modern design methods.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools used for the analysis and solution of complex computer engineering problems, and the ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to plan and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and interpret results in the study of complex computer engineering problems or research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of computer engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in computer engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of computer engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and computer engineering principles, both theoretical and practical, and the ability to apply this knowledge to complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex computer engineering problems using appropriate analysis and modeling techniques.
3) Ability to design and develop complex computer systems, devices, or products that meet specific requirements and operate under realistic constraints and conditions, using modern design methods.
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools used for the analysis and solution of complex computer engineering problems, and the ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to plan and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and interpret results in the study of complex computer engineering problems or research topics.
6) Ability to work effectively within and multidisciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously. 2
9) To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge of the effects of computer engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in computer engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of computer engineering solutions.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities Number of Activities Preparation for the Activity Spent for the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements Workload
Course Hours 14 1 14
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Midterms 1 25 25
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 125