Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CR4201 : Nanoceramics { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Bibhuti Bhusan Nayak
Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction, History, nanoscience in nature, Surface energy, Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces. [5 hours]
Module 2: Chemical Potential as a Function of Surface Curvature, Stabilization, DLVO theory. [5 hours]
Module 3: Nucleation and growth, Colloidal and surface chemistry. [6 hours]
Module 4: Different synthesis methods, Novel route for synthesis of porous nanomaterials. [6 hours]
Module 5: Characterization techniques: XRD, TEM/FESEM, Particle size, BET, Properties of nanomaterials: Mechanical, Electrical, Magnetic and optical [10 hours]
Course Objectives
- To aware the importance of nano over micro ceramics/materials
- To study different synthesis methods for preparing nanomaterials and its characterization
- To understand the effect of nano on different properties and its applications.
- The course modules are structured in such a way that it would immensely help students aspiring for higher studies
Course Outcomes
CO1: To gain knowledge on the basic of nanomaterials. <br />CO2: Apply the theoretical knowledge imparted during the course to carry out synthesis and characterization of materials for independent research and developmental work. <br />CO3: To apply the knowledge of nanoscience in industry and research. <br />CO4: To use modern techniques, latest engineering tools and apply skills in industrial as well as research problems.
Essential Reading
- G. Cao, Nanostructures and Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications, Imperial College Press , 20004
- A. S. Edelstein, R. C. Cammarata, Nanomaterials: synthesis, properties and applications, CRC Press , 1998
Supplementary Reading
- M. A. Ratner and D. Ratner, Nanotechnology: A Gentle Introduction to the Next Big Idea, Prentice Hall PTR , 2003
- M. Wilson, K. Kannangara, G. Smith and M. Simmons, Nanotechnology: Basic Science and Emerging Technologies, CRC Press , 2002