Set of Diploma Courses I: Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses I: Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies
Module code: W4-FZ-NM-S2-2-22-21
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
During lectures, the student is taught in the fields of: 1. Introduction to physics of nanostructures and nanomaterials • Nanotechnologies and nanomaterials • General classification of nanosystems 2. Quantitative description of the structure of nanomaterials • Shape description methods and size measurements of nanomaterials • Local and global parameters • Parameters describing size and shape • Image analysis and determining the size of parameters - analysis of the number of objects, analysis of the size of objects, analysis of the volume of objects, analysis of the distribution of objects • Measurement of the size distribution of nanomaterials/nanoparticles by dynamic laser light scattering and related techniques 3. Properties of materials depending on the size: catalytic, electrical, magnetic, mechanical, optical, biological. 4. Introduction to the fabrication of nanostructures and methods of processing the produced materials using physical and chemical approaches. Synthesis methods of 3D nanomaterials - top-down and bottom-up approaches. 5. Introduction to the methods for characterizing nanomaterials. 6. Classification of functional nanomaterials and nanocomposites with advanced physicochemical and utility properties - types of synthesis and basic properties: • Metals, ceramics, polymers, composites • Nanometals, nanopowders and nanofiber-ceramics, nanocomposites, surface nano-layers, nanofibers, carbon nanostructures • nanomaterial modification perspectives 7. Applications of nanotechnology in health and medicine, energy, textile, environment, transport, security etc. 8. Applications, challenges, development and risks of nanomaterials and nanotechnology. Basic ideas of nanomaterials and nanotechnologies and more detailed examples of this field and investigation methods will be introduced during lectures. During the laboratory classes, students will use selected synthesis and characterization methods to determine the basic parameters of nanopowders. At the beginning of the semester, students are informed about the research methods used during laboratory classes. After completing the experiment, the student presents a report containing a theoretical introduction to the problem; the methodology adopted, the description of the study, analysis and discussion of the results and their relevance to similar studies. The module is optional. Students will select two of four proposed modules. All subjects of the exam will be provided for students. The 2-5 marks range will be used. The exam is obligatory.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
understands the civilization importance of physics in applications to objects with nanometric dimensions, its applications as well as its historical development and role in the progress of science [E1]
 KF_W01 [4/5]
has in-depth knowledge of theoretical and experimental physics regarding nanosystems [E2]
 KF_W02 [4/5]
has in-depth knowledge of condensed phase physics, properties of nanostructures resulting from quantum mechanics [E3]
 KF_W03 [4/5] KF_W04 [4/5]
knows and understands the description of the diffraction phenomenon within the selected theoretical models; can independently recreate the basics diffraction theory [E4]
 KF_W04 [3/5] KF_W06 [3/5]
knows the structure and principle of operation of scientific equipment as well as the methods of research and production of nanostructures [E5]
 KF_W08 [4/5]
on the basis of the acquired knowledge, knows how to explain the operation of research equipment [E6]
 KF_U04 [4/5]
he is able to comprehensively, in speech and writing, present the basic properties of nanostructures [E7]
 KF_U01 [5/5]
has the ability to self-educate, acquire information from literature, databases and other sources; can integrate the obtained information and interpret it, draw conclusions as well as formulate and justify opinions [E8]
 KF_U12 [4/5]
is able to apply the acquired knowledge of physics to the discussion of problems in related fields and scientific disciplines [E9]
 KF_U14 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam E1 E2 E3 E4 E7 E9
laboratory classes [FZ2] 10 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E5 E6 E8
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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