Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out missions of chemical engineering and materials science, with a focus on materials science and engineering, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately apply knowledge, models, methods and techniques relating to physics, chemistry and mechanics of materials to the development, implementation, environmentally-friendly use of materials, and the behaviour of materials in a given context to a rational approach of material selection and innovation.
• Analyse and model a problem by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches (modelling, calculations), and taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of new and emerging technologies in the field of science and engineering of materials.
• Assess the relevance of models and results given the current state of science and characteristics of the problem.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally, by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Argue to and persuade customers, teachers and a board, both orally and in writing
• Use and produce scientific and technical documents (reports, plans, specifications, etc.) adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of the course the students will be able to: - Understand vacuum technologies - methods of producing nanostructured materials in bulk, coating or nanoparticle form. - Understand the properties of nanomaterials and nanostructured materials. - Understand the most frequent characterization techniques used for nanomaterials. -  Understand the physical phenomena specific to the nanoworld and exploit them in applications. - Apprehend the latest evolutions in the field of materials.

Content of UE

- Properties of materials at nano-sclae, Micro and nanosystems Physical laws specific to the nano-scale; Electronic properties (superparamagnetism, plasmonics, quantum effect, ...-); Micro et nanosystems ; Organic electronics   - Synthesis and characterization of nanosized and nanostructured materials Vacuum technologies;  Focussed ion beam; characterization of materials at the nanoscale : local microscopies, nanoindentation, roughness and small scale mechanical testing; synthesis of nano-objets; carbon-based nanomaterials (nanotubes; graphene, ...); thin films synthesis, properties and applications; synthesis of nanostructured materials and nanocomposites, properties and applications.  

Prior Experience

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Oral examination

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Evaluation :   1 oral exam:100% of the grade; 4h (2h max for students);                      Comments  : Discussion on a research paper related to the content of class and practicals. The paper is distributed at the beginning of the exam and is short enough to be read in 1h.  

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Oral examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

Evaluation :   1 oral exam:100% of the grade; 4h (2h max for students);                      Comments  : Discussion on a research paper related to the content of class and practicals. The paper is distributed at the beginning of the exam and is short enough to be read in 1h.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

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