Bachelor of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Program Goals and Objectives:

• Graduates will have a strong technical background, enabling them to be successful in careers that cross traditional areas of applied sciences.
• Graduates will be fluent in a multidisciplinary body of knowledge for participating in and seeding new technologies.
• Graduates will constitute a high-technology workforce with professional, scientific, and technical skills; they will conduct themselves ethically and knowledgeably in a wide range of professional environments.
• Nanoscience and Nanotechnology is innovative in nature in order to create and develop the human resources.

The various program objectives include the following:

1. Extend the breadth of nanotechnology education for science and engineering majors, and expose both student groups to the social, economic, and ethical issues of nanotechnologies.
2. Elucidate emerging needs in nanotechnology environment, health; and safety, and incorporate them into basic education that can be immediately employed in industry.
3. Apply the scientific knowledge of Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology for deeper understanding of the matter at nanoscale.
4. Design solutions for advanced scientific problems and design system components or processes.
5. Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern scientific and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
6. Promote interdisciplinary interactions among Sciences, technology and industrial management/technology.
7. To make the students acquire an understanding the Nanoscience and Applications and help them understand in broad outline of Nanotechnology.
8. Supplying the industry, research institutions, faculty’s and universities, nationally and internationally, with experts with a high level of in-depth knowledge and expertise in Nanotechnology manufacturing.
9. Equipping the students with the necessary knowledge and self-confidence coupled to an understanding of the process of technological and economical innovation and of the key factors in the strategic and operational management to establish a start-up enterprise.
10. Providing the students with critical thinking and with the ability to reflect upon scientific knowledge and continue to expand upon this knowledge throughout their careers.
11. Employing appropriate experimental design and methodology to solve problems from a professional prospective.
12. Enhancing and actively participating in the development of Palestinian economy by applying the acquired latest Nanotechnologies in the all fields, as employees or by creating their own businesses.
13. Communicate effectively on complex Scientific/Technological activities with the Scientific/engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
14. Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of scientific and technological change.

• Thorough and expanded knowledge and understanding of the principles of theoretical and applied sciences in Nanotechnology as an interdisciplinary science.
• Capacity to carry out a technical task in the area of nanotechnology
• Handle the basic tools of nanomanufacturing and nanomanipulation and addressing the health and environmental impacts.
• Carry out research and development of new nanostructured materials and nanodevices with innovative functionalities and applications in biotechnology, pharmacotherapy, the treatment and storage of information, and improved energy use.
• Abilities and skills in the field of nanotechnology to establish future areas of research, development and production in companies associated with the field.
• Analysis, criticism, and preparation of technical reports and conducting scientific research in the areas of Nanotechnology.
• Commitment to professional and research ethics and responsibility in the professional life.
• Optimal time management of available resources.
• Communicate effectively.
• Leadership, good administration and ability to deal with risk and risk management.

• A minimum score of 70% in the Tawjihi or equivalent.
• Meeting the university general admission requirments.

• Universities and research institutions
• Government laboratories
• Hospitals and clinics
• Industry
• Private research facilities.

 

Within industry, graduates can work in a range of sectors for employers such as:

• Research, development and innovation in industries based on new scientific and technical knowledge (biotechnology, energy storage, new materials, food and industrial agriculture etc.) and also in innovative traditional industries (chemistry, pharmaceuticals, biomedicine, plastics, ceramics, textiles, etc.)
• Management, control and strategic planning of nanotechnological techniques, processes and products in the industries of biomedicine, biotechnology, pharmacology, food and industrial agriculture etc.

Students graduating with the BSc degree in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology will be competitive applicants for a M.Sc., in basic sciences as well as applied sciences schools.  Program graduates may pursue more specialized Master degrees in any field of Nanotechnology.

A BSc. in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology is awarded after the successful completion of at least 124 credit hours distributed as follows:

Description	Number of credit hours
	Compulsory	Elective	Total
University requirements	18	6	24
Faculty requirements	18	–	18
Compulsory requirements	74	8	82
Total			124

 First: University requirements (24 credit hours):

The university requirements are divided into two parts:

• Compulsory requirements (18 credit hours): The student must complete 18 compulsory hours according to the decision of the University Council.
• Elective courses (6 credit hours): The student must choose 6 credit hours from general culture courses or 6 credit hours from one of the languages, and complete them successfully.

Second: Faculty requirements (18 credit hours): The student must complete all courses successfully.

Third: Department requirements: The department’s requirements are divided into two parts:

• Compulsory requirements (74 credit hours): The student must complete all courses successfully.
• Elective requirements (Departmental Elective) (8 credit hours): The student must choose 8 credit hours from among the elective courses and complete them successfully.

Academic Plan:

First: University requirements (24 credit hours): divided into two parts

1. Compulsory requirements (18 credit hours): The student must complete all courses successfully.

Compulsory requirements (18 credit hours)
Course no.	Course Name	Credits
0400101	Arabic language skills	2
0400184	English language (I)	2
0400185	English language (II)	2
0400120	History of Jerusalem	2
0400121	Environment and nature of Palestine	2
0400122	Islamic culture	2
0400123	Islamic and world civilizations	3
0400124	Critical thinking	3

 

2. Elective courses (6 credit hours): The student must choose 6 credit hours from general culture courses or 6 credit hours from one of the languages, and complete them successfully.

A. Elective courses/ 6 credit hours (Languages).
Course no.	Course Name	Credits
0400111	Hebrew Language1 (Level 1)	3
0400112	Hebrew Language 2 (Level 2)	3
0400113	French Language 1 (Level 1)	3
0400114	French Language 2 (Level 2)	3
0400115	German Language 1(Level 1)	3
0400116	German Language 2 (Level 2)	3
0400117	Spanish Language 1 (Level 1)	3
0400118	Spanish Language 2 (Level 2)	3
0400119	Turkish Language 1 (Level 1)	3
0400129	Turkish Language 2 (Level 2)	3
0400146	Italian Language 1 (Level 1)	3
0400147	Italian Language 2 (Level 2)	3
/	Any Foreign Language Approved by the Academic Council	6

 

B. Elective courses/ 6 credit hours (culture courses).
Course no.	Course Name	Credits
0300142	Science and Life	3
0400130	Fine Arts	3
0400132	Literary Appreciation	3
0400133	Women and Men in Human Societies	3
0400141	Issues in Modern and contemporary Arab Thought	3
0303100	Internet for Special Purposes	3
0500140	Democracy, Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law	3
0500143	Conflict Resolution by Peaceful Means	3
0305100	Introduction to Public Health and Environment	3
0403131	Communication Skills	3
0500145	Introduction to Legal Thought	3
0409135	History and Philosophy of Science	3
0400148	Special Topic	3

 

Second: Faculty requirements (18 credit hours): The student must complete all courses successfully.

Course no.	Course Name	Credits
		Theoretical	Practical	Total
0302101	General physics (I)	2	1	3
0303101	Introduction to computer science	3	1	4
0304101	General chemistry	3	1	4
0305101	Introduction to biology	3	1	4
0306101	Calculus 1	3	—	3
Total				18

 

Third: Department requirements: The department’s requirements are divided into two parts:

1. Compulsory requirements (74 credit hours): The student must complete all courses successfully.

Course no.	Course Name	Credits			Prerequisite
		Theoretical	Practical	Total
0342102	Mathematical tools	3	—	3	0306101
0342112	General physics (II)	3	1	4	0302101
0342121	Organic chemistry (I)	3	—	3	0304101
0342122	Chemistry of elements and inorganic chemistry	3	—	3	0304101
0342211	Modern physics	3	—	3	0342112
0342212	Electronics and semiconductor materials	3	1	4	0342112
0342131	Cell biology	3	—	3	0305101
0342223	Thermodynamics and kinetics	3	1	4	0304101
0342224	Organic chemistry (II)	4	—	4	0342121
0342225	Practical organic chemistry	1	1	2	0342224
0342226	Surface science	3	—	3	0342223
0342230	Biochemistry	3	—	3	0304101, 0305101
0342231	Molecular biology	3	—	3	0342230
0342313	Quantum physics	3	—	3	0342211, 0342102
0342314	Solid state	3	—	3	0342313
0342324	Supramolecular Chemistry and Molecular Recognition	3	—	3	0342122, 0342225
0342328	Polymer chemistry	3	—	3	0342224
0342341	Materials science and engineering	3	—	3	0342122, 0342225
0342342	Nanochemistry and nanotechnology	3	—	3	0342313
0342343	Fundamentals of nanophysics	3	—	3	0342314, 0342342
0342445	Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials	3	1	4	0342343
0342446	Microscopy Lab and material characterization techniques	2	2	4	0342342
0342447	Graduation project and seminar	1	2	3	App.of Dept.
Total				74

 

2. Elective requirements (Departmental Elective) (8 credit hours): The student must choose 8 credit hours from among the elective courses and complete them successfully.

Course no.	Course Name	Credits			Prerequisite
		Theoretical	Practical	Total
0342203	Total quality management	2	—	2	—
0342204	Scientific and Technical Project Management	2	—	2	—
0342415	Advanced quantum physics	3	—	3	0342313
0342426	Colloid and surface chemistry	3	1	4	0342226
0342427	Instrumental analysis	3	1	4	0304101
0342450	Nanobiotechnology	3	—	3	0342342
0342451	Nanotechnology in Biomedicine	3	—	3	0342342
0342452	Nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage	3	—	3	0342342
0342454	Nanotechnology and Society	3	—	3	0342342
0342455	Special topics in nanotechnology	3	—	3	App.of Dept.
0700209	Soft skills	3	—	3	0303101

 

Requirement for minor in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (27 credit hours): It composed of two parts:  A. compulsory part (17 credit hours). B. Elective part (10 credit hours).

1. The compulsory part for minor in Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (17 credit hours): Student must successfully complete all of the following courses:

Course no.	Course Name	Credits			Prerequisite
		Theoretical	Practical	Total
0342226	Total quality management	3	—	3	0342223
0342342	Scientific and Technical Project Management	3	—	3	0342313
0342343	Advanced quantum physics	3	—	3	0342314, 0342342
0342445	Colloid and surface chemistry	3	1	4	0342343
0342446	Instrumental analysis	2	2	4	0342342

 

2. Elective part (10 credit hours): Student must successfully complete 10 credits of the following courses:

Course no.	Course Name	Credits			Prerequisite
		Theoretical	Practical	Total
0342131	Mathematical tools	3	—	3	0305101
0342230	General physics (II)	3	—	3	0304101, 0305101
0342231	Organic chemistry (I)	3	—	3	0342230
0342324	Chemistry of elements and inorganic chemistry	3	—	3	0342122, 0342225
0342328	Modern physics	3	—	3	0342224
0342341	Electronics and semiconductor materials	3	—	3	0342122, 0342225
0342415	Cell biology	3	—	3	0342313
0342426	Thermodynamics and kinetics	3	1	4	0342226
0342427	Organic chemistry (II)	3	1	4	0304101
0342450	Practical organic chemistry	3	—	3	0342342
0342451	Surface science	3	—	3	0342342
0342452	Biochemistry	3	—	3	0342342
0342454	Molecular biology	3	—	3	0342344
0342455	Quantum physics	3	—	3	App.of Dept.

Faculty of Science & Technology Requirements courses description:

Introductory physics 0302101, 2 credit hours                                                             

The course includes topics measurements, motion, kinematics and dynamics, fluid dynamics, temperature and heat capacitors, current and resistance, direct current, geometrical optics and shadows, microscope, eye and vision.

Introduction to practical physics 0302111, 1 credit hour                                           

The course is designed to introduce measurements, vectors, acceleration, Newton’s second law, friction, electric field and potential, Kirchhoff’s laws, lenses, mirrors, RC circuits, the oscilloscope, ohms law.

Calculus I 0306101, 3 credit hours                                                                              

Limits and continuity of functions. The derivative, rate of chance, the chain rule, and related rates. Derivatives of trigonometric functions.  Extreme value theorem, the mean value, and curve sketching.  Anti-derivatives, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus.

Introduction to computer science 0303101, 4 credit hours                                          

The aim of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction on computer science. Binary numbers and formats, hexadecimal notation, conversion between binary and hexadecimal, memory representation. Computer programming languages, machine language, assembly language, high level languages: compilation and interpretation.  Problem solving before programming.  Analyze problems and devise algorithms to produce solutions to problems, a top down approach of problem analysis.  Implementing algorithms in the Java Object-Oriented high-level computer programming language.  Data types, variables, expressions, input and output, control structures, arrays.

Introduction to general chemistry 0304101, 3 credit hours                                         

This course includes topics stoichiometric determinations, structure of the atom, electronic configuration of the elements, gases, properties of solids, liquids and solutions, thermo-chemistry, and principles of chemical bonding.

Introduction to general chemistry laboratory 0304103, 1 credit hour                         

The laboratory part includes experiments designed to develop skills in the use and handling of laboratory equipment’s.  This course will cover twelve experiments discussed in chemistry 0304101.

Introduction to general biology (0305101), 4 credit hours                   

This course introduces students to the scientific study of living organisms. Students will investigate biological concepts including the chemical basis of life, cell structure and function, metabolism, reproduction, genetics, evolution, biological diversity and classification, plant structure and function, animal structure and function and ecology. 

Mathematical tools 0342102, 3 credit hours

This course enables the student to use some mathematical tools which are necessary for the study and modeling of nanosystems: analysis and resolution of ordinary and partial differential equations, and some basic tools of probability calculus and statistics.

General physics (II) 0342112, 4 credit hours                                                                      

 This course includes practical part and will deal with the electric field, Gauss’s law and applications, current and resistance, E.M.F., inductance and alternating current, the magnetic field, magnetic force on charges and currents, Ampere’s and Biot-Savart law, Faraday’s law, semiconductors, theory of diodes, diode circuits, bipolar diodes, transistors and circuits.

Organic chemistry (I) 0342121, 3 credit hours

This course deals with the basic principles of organic chemistry: energy changes, chemical reactivity, structure, bonding, acid-base theories, and electron Push-Pull mechanisms. The following major classes of organic compounds will be discussed: Alkanes, Cycloalkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes and alkyl halides with a stress on major class reactions and reactive intermediates. Structural concepts such as conformational analysis and stereochemistry will also be emphasized.

Chemistry of elements and inorganic chemistry 0342122, 3 credit hours

This course provides learners with the tools needed to predict the properties of the elements and their compounds by applying the different binding theories and models of Inorganic Chemistry. Establish the reactivity and general tendencies of the elements according to their position in the periodic table. Identify the main most representative inorganic compounds, their properties, synthesis and applications. Introduction to the complexes of transition metals: classification of the type of ligands and isomerism. Generalities of the binding theories of transition metal compounds: rule of 18 electrons, molecular Orbital Theory and Crystalline Field Theory.

Cell biology 0342131, 3 credit hours

This course is to introduce students to the complexities of structure and function of the major components of living cells. The course focus on the cell structures and their functions. The study of the fundamental concepts in eukaryotic cell structure and function, including: Molecular basis of cellular properties and action, bioenergetics, dynamic character of cellular organelles, and the regulation of cellular processes. Although aspects unique to prokaryotes will be discussed. This course will provide a solid knowledge base for future classes in genetics, physiology, and metabolism.

Modern physics 0342211, 3 credit hours

This course cover topics of atomic Theory of matter, specific heat of gases, degree of freedom, Maxwell distribution of velocities, Brownian motion, elementary particles, antiparticles, spin. X-Rays, natural radioactivity, Quantum theory of light, Blackbody radiation, Planck’s quantum theory, the particle nature of photons, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, Quantum theory of atoms, atomic spectra, x-ray spectra, wave nature of particles, DE Broglie wavelength, some properties of nuclei.

Electronics and semiconductor materials 0342212, 4 credit hours

Introduction to semiconductor materials, basic semiconductor devices, including Diode Theory, Diode Circuits, Special Purpose Diodes {zener diodes & light-emitting diodes (LED’s)}, bipolar junction transistors (BJT’s), and JFETS & MOSFETs. This course includes practical part parallel to the theoretical part.

Thermodynamics and kinetics 0342223, 4 credit hours

This course has two parts, theoretical and practical. It includes the three laws of thermodynamics with full and detailed derivations and applications are included with an emphasis on the mathematical approaches. The fundamental equations and relationships such as Gibbs-Helmholtz equations. It also includes the study of equilibrium states, equilibrium electrochemistry, the chemical potential, phase rules with applications on real as well as ideal solutions and mixtures. It also concerned with Molecules in motion: The kinetic model of gases, collisions with walls and surfaces, the rate of effusion, transport properties of a perfect gas. Molecular motion in liquid: Conductivity of weak and strong electrolytes, mobility of ions and diffusion. Processes at solid surfaces: Different adsorption isotherms. The rate of chemical reaction, mechanisms of reactions, Kinetics of complex reactions (chain reactions, photochemistry, polymerization kinetics, homogeneous catalysts, enzymes.

Organic chemistry  (II) 0342224, 4 credit hours                                                   

This course includes a comprehensive and detailed study of the reactions and properties of different functional groups including arenes, alcohols and ethers, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acid and its derivatives, amines, phenols, carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.  Reaction mechanisms, as well as multi-step synthesis of more complicated compounds, are incorporated. 

Practical organic chemistry 0342225, 2 credit hours

This course exposes students to the basic techniques of the practical organic chemistry, identification of different functional groups of organic compounds by chemical tests and by means of spectroscopic instrumentations as FTIR, UV-visible, NMR (H¹ and C¹³) and mass spectroscopy and synthesis of some useful organic compounds.

Surface science 0342226, 3 credit hours

This course introduces students to principles governing physical and chemical behavior of surfaces and interfaces such as structures, thermodynamics, adsorption, desorption, diffusion and and experimental surface analytical techniques. Understanding the chemistry and physics of surfaces and interfaces is important to technology innovation in many areas such as catalytic processes, energy conversion, energy storage, and design of multifunctional nanostructures. Surfaces and interfaces plays a crucial role in in nanomaterials where surface atoms constitute a large fraction of the particle atoms.

Biochemistry 0342230, 3 credit hours

This course provides the essential molecular basis of life and equips the students with basic concept in biochemistry. The emphasis will be on chemical properties and structure of these molecules in relationship to the biological function. Lecture topics include: The structure and function of important biomolecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids; enzyme kinetics; and metabolic pathways including glycolysis, fatty acid and amino acid pathways. Laboratory work includes current biochemical laboratory techniques such as spectrophotometry, chromatography and electrophoresis, and enzymatic test and experimental determination of parametrinic acids.

Molecular biology 0342231, 3 credit hours

This course provides the students with the ability to integrate the description of the molecular mechanisms that occur in the processes of transmission of genetic information (replication, transcription and translation) with its technical applications. Also, it enables the student to: i) know the different structures that adopt the nucleic acids, as well as the different degrees of packaging of the DNA according to the type of organism and the moment of the cell cycle. ii) to know the mechanisms of replication, recombination, and DNA repair that maintain the integrity of genetic information; as well as the epigenetic modifications that are transmitted between generations. iii) Understand the function of the different RNA polymerases and the mechanisms for controlling the transcription according to the type of organism. iv) to know the structure and function of the ribosomes, the differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, and the mechanisms for controlling translation. v) Introduce the recombinant DNA tools and their applications. vi) Introduce the genomic tools that allow a global approach to the study of the different processes of transmission of genetic information.

Quantum physics 0342313, 3 credit hours

This course introduce students to the basis of quantum physics. Topics include: photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, photons, Franck-Hertz experiment, the Bohr atom, electron diffraction, de Broglie waves, and the wave-particle duality of matter and light. Introduction to wave mechanics: Schrödinger’s equation, wave functions, wave packets, probability amplitudes, stationary states, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, and zero-point energies. Solutions to Schrödinger’s equation in one dimension: transmission and reflection at a barrier, barrier penetration, potential wells, the simple harmonic oscillator. Schrödinger’s equation in three dimensions: central potentials and introduction to hydrogenic systems.

Solid State 0342314, 3 credit hours

Energy bands, conductivity, metals, insulators and apply different models. Equation of motion, effective mass, silicon and germanium, intrinsic mobility, impurity conductivity and thermal effects. Construction of Fermi surfaces, calculation of energy bands & quantization of orbits in magnetic fields. Optical reflectance, excitons, Raman effect and X-ray spectroscopy, Meissner effect, heat capacity, isotopic effect, London equation, BCS theory, Type II superconductors, tunneling and macroscopic quantum interference, Macroscopic electric field, dielectric constant and polarizability, Ferroelectric crystals and displacive Transitions. Quantum theory of diamagnetism, quantum theory of and paramagnetism, paramagnetic susceptibility, Ferromagnetic order, Magnons, Antiferromagnetic order, and ferromagnetic domains, Nuclear magnetic resonance, line width, hyperfine splitting, ferromagnetic resonance, antiferromagnetic resonance and electron paramagnetic resonance.

Supramolecular Chemistry and Molecular Recognition 0342324, 3 credit hours

The topics covered throughout this course are devided into three parts: I. Concepts in Supramolecular Chemistry Definitions and general concepts; Intermolecular interactions and Molecular recognition and selectivity; supramolecular engineering. II. Supramolecular Systems and Applications; Families of complexes and examples; Supramolecular Polymers and Chemosensing and devices. III. Supramolecular Chemistry in Life Sciences; Self-assembly of biomolecules; Supramolecular Catalysis and Supramolecular Bioinspired Chemistry.

Polymer chemistry 0342328, 3 credit hours

The course gives a general introduction to polymers. The classification and systematics of synthetic polymers and biopolymers. Polymer chemistry: Polymerisation, kinetics, structure and decomposition. Polymers in solution: thermodynamics, phase equilibria, diffusion, viscosity, polyelectrolytes and gels. Solid state polymers: crystalline and amorphous polymers, thermodynamics, phase transitions and mechanical properties. Methods for characterising and analysing solid polymers and polymers in solution.

Materials science and engineering 0342341, 3 credit hours

This course studies the relation between macroscopic behavior and structural properties. The course will cover four major topics including: fundamental concepts, microstructure development & phase equilibria, material properties and fabrication methods and applications. The course will cover atomic structure, atomic bonding, crystal structures, defects, and diffusion in materials. It also will cover phase transformations and phase equilibria and how they impact microstructure development. The electrical, magnetic, optical, thermal, and mechanical properties of materials will also be reviewed. The course will also highlight modern fabrication technologies and applications of metals, ceramics, semiconductors, and polymers.

Nanochemistry and nanotechnology 0342342, 3 credit hours

Students will understand the basics of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. The course shed light on the the material properties that change dramatically as the material size goes down toward nanoscale. In this course, many key concepts related to nanoscience and nanotechnology will be discussed. Fundamental aspects and applications of nanotechnology in different areas will be outlined. Lecture topics include: Fabrication methods of nanostructured materials; tools used to characterize nanoscale materials; unique properties of nanomaterials; nanotechnology applications in different fields; physical and chemical properties of nanomaterials; various Synthesis strategies for nanomaterials; characterization of nanomaterials and tailoring the properties of nanomaterials by engineering and programming its surfaces to meet the need of various applications.

Fundamentals of nanophysics 0342343, 3 credit hours

This course study how shape and size affect chemical and physical properties: melting point, band gap, reactivity, mechanical, optical, magnetic, electrical and electronic properties of nanomaterials and then how these properties determine its applications. Topics may include length scales, fabrication by top-down and bottom-up approaches, probing techniques, transport and optical properties, superconductivity and magnetism of nanostructures.

Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials 0342445, 4 credit hours

This course includes a practical part. This course describes the most recent advances in the synthesis, fabrication and characterization of nanomaterials. Experiments to be covered:

1. Synthesis of silver and/or gold nanoparticles by a wet chemical method using strong and/or weak reducing agents.

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM

1. Biosynthesis of eco-friendly silver nanoparticles

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM

1. Synthesis of core-shell metallic nanoparticles by wet chemical methods

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy

1. Synthesis of metal oxide Nanorods and/or nanotubes by hydrothermal/solvothermal method (ZnO and/or TiO₂)

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM

1. Synthesis of metal oxide magnetic nanoparticles by coprecipitation method (Fe₃O₄)

Instruments: AFM

1. Synthesis of semiconductor quantum dot nanoparticles (CdSe)

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM, UV Lamp.

1. Synthesis of nanocomposite films by spin coating technique through embedding carbon nanotubes in a chemical matrix.

Instruments: AFM

1. Synthesis of alginate beads and investigation of citric acid release from a nanoshell coating of polymer

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, pH meter.

1. Synthesis of metal oxide nanoparticles by sol-gel method

Instruments: DLS, AFM

1. Synthesis of zinc sulfide nanoparticles by a reverse micelle method

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM

1. Synthesis of zinc oxide nanorods by a microwave method.

Instruments: UV-Vis spectroscopy, AFM

Microscopy Lab and Material Characterization Techniques 0342446, 4 credit hours

This course will include the following: i) introduction to electronic microscopy and SPM, Theoretical foundations and description of the technical equipment in SEM, TEM, STM and AFM microscopes. ii) Analysis of surface morphology and microstructure, at the atomic scale, of different materials using microscopes. iii) Fundamentals of the crystallographic structure of different materials. Introduction to structural analysis through X-ray diffraction. iv) Introduction to the concepts of ideal surfaces and real surfaces. Surface treatments and their applications. v) Introduction to vacuum technology and its application in nanotechnologies.

Graduation project and seminar 0342447, 3 credit hours.

Propose a new research idea for developing new nanomaterial that solves a certain problem then synthesize and characterize it.

Total quality management   0342203, 2 credit hours

This course provides learners with an understanding of quality control and improvement systems. The course includes study of topics related to quality management approaches, design and implementation of quality-related procedures, and related technologies. The focus of the course is on enhancing goods, services, and the business environment.

Scientific and Technical Project Management 0342204, 2 credit hours

This course provide the students with Know and practice in the following topics: Specific techniques (Theory / Simulations in class): Planning, Estimation, HR Management, Communication Management Methods Tools (Laboratory practices) To be able to decide which methods and techniques to use in each situation. On the other hand, in the part of practices, it is intended that part of the concepts presented are related to the development of the Final Degree Project.

Advanced quantum physics 0342415, 3 credit hours

This is an advanced level quantum mechanics course. The aim of the course is that the students acquire in-depth knowledge about the foundations of quantum mechanics, as well as skills in applying quantum mechanics in advanced problems. The course treats non-relativistic quantum mechanics, in detail and gives an introduction to relativistic quantum mechanics. Topics include: quantum dynamics, symmetries in quantum mechanics, the theory of angular momentum, approximation methods, scattering theory and the Dirac equation.

Colloid and surface chemistry 0342426, 4 credit hours

This course focuses on understand, use, and control colloids interaction, examination of self-organizing properties of surfactant-polymer system, proteins and polyelectrolytes will be presented.  Other topics to be covered will be hydrotrops and foams. The practical part involves preparation of colloidal solution including micelles, inverse micelles, lamellar liquid crystal, hexagonal liquid crystals in addition to the thermodynamically unstable liposomes and double emulsions.Students will learn how to differentiate between isotropic and anisotropic preparations using cross polarizers and polarized microscopy.

Instrumental analysis 0342427, 4 credit hours.

The major Topics of study include three main parts for qualitative and quantitative analysis by using modern Instrumentation’s: Chromatography: Including TLC, HPLC, GC/MC and Electrophoresis, Spectroscopy: including UV/Vis, Fluorescence, and atomic Absorption. ICP. Electrochemistry, which includes: i) A brief review of electrochemistry. ii) Potentiometric methods (Reference electrodes, ion selective electrodes, membrane electrodes and sensors). iii) Voltammetry (Polarography, Differential pulse polarography, cyclic voltammetry, and stripping voltammetry).

Nanobiotechnology 0342450, 3 credit hours

Examples and production of various types of nanostructured materials with usage and potential within biotechnology. Using biomaterials and biomolecules as bases for inorganic structures. Introduction to surface physics and biomaterials. Methods for derivatisation and characterisation of surfaces and other carrying structures. Theory and methods for studies of the interaction with surfaces and fibers of biomolecules. Applications within bioseparation, diagnostics, the drug delivery, biosensors, biofilms and bioimplants. Theory for how lipid/polymer nanoparticles can be utilized as model membranes and for formulation/administration of drugs. Molecular prints of biomolecules. Production and applications of inorganic replicas of biological materials. Enzyme reactors based on nanostructured materials. During the course opportunities are given for oral and written reports.

Nanotechnology in Biomedicine 0342451, 3 credit hours

This course gives the students a perspective on what materials and substances are used in nanotechnology applied to Biomedicine, what are the synthetic protocols and what are the main tools for their characterization. Likewise, modification strategies will be considered to make these nanomaterials biocompatible, to vectorize their transport and, if necessary, control their internalization in the cells, and their biodistribution in animal models. We will also consider possible cytotoxicity problems and some examples of the biomedical applications of these nanomaterials.

Nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage 0342452, 3 credit hours

The course aims to educate students on the basic and creative concepts of energy technologies in the aspect of Nanotechnology. By covering the different areas of emerging technologies from fossil fuel conversion, ultraclean fuel production and utilization, solar photovoltaic conversion to hydrogen and energy storage, the course prepares students for these revolutionary technologies. Understanding the fundamental concepts of these technologies allow students to be creative towards the development in these areas. Importantly, rather than focusing solely on ultimately renewable energy solutions, the course incorporates the complementary views on fossil but ultraclean fuel technologies, as well as their importance as intermediate energy solutions. Such knowledge shall equip students with holistic views on various energy solutions, with implications of assisting them in managing these technologies in their future professions.

Nanotechnology and Society 0342454, 3 credit hours

This subject provides students with a general overview of nanotechnology, beyond the scientific content developed during the degree. The main goal is to offer a cross-training which will allow students to identify what are the fields of application of nanotechnology, its impact on society, and what will our society look like in the near future. This will enable students to uncover areas in which a nanotechnologist can have a place but have so far been unknown. The subject is organized into five units: 1) Nanotechnology in perspective. 2) Scientific development of nanotechnology. Large areas: future challenges. 3) Technological development of nanotechnology. Patents 4) Economic development of nanotechnology. Analysis of indicators. 5) Nanotechnology and society. The idea is to explore beyond the science itself so that, after the multiple possibilities nanotechnology fits into society and labour market are disclosed, students become aware that greatest potential for labour market integration happens when the scientific training acquired during the degree couples to transferable skills.

Special topics in nanotechnology 0342455, 3 credit hours

Selected topics is nanotechnology is an introductory course designed to gain knowledge and insight about the field. By its nature, nanotechnology is an interdisciplinary field, building on latest progress especially in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Engineering. The ability of cross-disciplinary communication is absolutely crucial to achieve progress in the field. Nanotechnology represents one of the fastest growing fields in science and Technology. Applications of nanotechnology range widely from advanced electronics to energy storage and conversion to biomedical uses. There are no formal course pre-requisites. The physical behavior at the nanometer scale is governed by laws of quantum mechanics, however, in this course the focus is on engineering applications rather that the governing equations. The course starts with a general introduction to nanotechnology, its history, trend, research directions and so on.  Principles of Electron Microscopy as the main characterization tool in nano-features will be covered. Various fabrication methods of nanoparticles, thin films, bulk nano-structured materials and nano-features and patterns as well advanced properties of nanomaterials will be discussed.

Soft Skills 0700209, 3 credit hours.

The course aims to develop and enhance the soft skills of AQU students across multiple disciplines by providing them with the support, knowledge, and skills valued by employers and essential for personal development and professional career success. The course will provide AQU students with 2 training in soft skills namely, critical thinking, communication, problem solving, teamwork, and English language skills. The course will adopt a modern, student-centered, and group-based, task based learning approach, and will enable learners to acquire advanced English language competencies in addition to soft skills.