Set of Diploma Courses II: Nanophysics and Nanomagnetism Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses II: Nanophysics and Nanomagnetism
Module code: W4-FZ-NM-S2-3-22-24
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2025
Semester: winter semester 2026/2027
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. Quantitative description of the crystal structure of nanomaterials • Determination of nanocrystallite size distribution by X-ray diffraction method - diffraction peak shape analysis, method limitations, estimation and reduction of measurement errors • Measurement of crystallite size by X-ray diffraction method - Scherrer method, Williamson-Hall method • Determination of thin films structure by X-ray reflectivity • Scattering by structurally disordered systems - the pair correlation function - definitions, determination methods and interpretation • Analysis methods of nanostructures, determining the size, shape and structure – SEM and TEM microscopy - TEM, STEM, HRTEM and cryoTEM 2. Thin films and nanoelectronics • Atomic structure of surfaces, description, investigation methods. • Preparation methods of thin films and examples of their studies. • Multilayer systems. • Electronic structure of materials with reduced dimensions. • Specificity of thin films of metals. • Modifications of thin films - nanoelectronics - lithographic methods 3. Physical properties of carbon nanosystems and their applications in information processing. • Geometrical and topological basis of nanostructure formation • Basic properties of carbon nanostructures • Molecular orbitals and classification of fullerenes • Electronic structure of fullerenes • Electrical and magnetic properties of nanotubes • Graphene and other carbon nanomaterials 4. Nanomagnetism. • Types of magnetic anisotropy, the role of the surface, mechanism of hysteresis in nanomaterials • Magnetic nanoparticles, nanopowders and nanocomposites and their properties (e.g. core-shell systems, exchange bias phenomenon). The influence of particles size on magnetic properties • Superparamagnetism and 2D magnetism (Stoner-Wohlfarth model, examples) • Magnetic properties of thin films and 2D magnetic materials for spintronic applications ( magnetoresistance, spin-valves, pseudo-spin-valves, spin-transfer torque) Basic ideas of nanophysics and more detailed examples of this field as well investigation methods will be introduced during lectures. All subjects of exam will be provided for students. The 2-5 marks range will be used. Exam is obligatory. 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.
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, acquiring 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 E9
laboratory classes [FZ2] 10 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E5 E6
discussion classes [FZ3] 10 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating methods: a case study [b07]  		course work E7 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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