Set of Diploma Courses II: Nanophysics and Nanomagnetism Field of study: Physics
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2022

Module name: Set of Diploma Courses II: Nanophysics and Nanomagnetism
Module code: W4-2F-22-24
Programme code: W4-S2FZA22.2022
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
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.
Prerequisites:
Classical and quantum mechanics, Introduction to atomic and molecular phases, Introduction to condensed phase physics
Key reading:
Literature: 1. Nanocharacterisation (A.I. Kirkland, J.L. Hutchison, Eds.), The Royal Society of Chemistry, UK 2007 2. Springer Handbook of Nanotechnology (Bharat Bhushan Ed.), 2004, 2007, Springer Science+Business Media, Inc 3. Springer Handbook of Materials Measurement Methods (Horst Czichos, Tetsuya Saito, Leslie Smith, Eds.), 2006, Springer Science+Business Media, Inc 4. Vaseashta, I.N. Mihailescu, Functionalized Nanoscale Materials, Devices and Systems, 2008 Springer Science + Business Media B.V. 5. Magnetic Nanostructured Materials From Lab. to Fab, Edited by A. A. El-Gendy, J.M. Barandiarán and R. L. Hadimani, Elsevier 2018 6. J. M. D. Coey, Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, 2012 Cambridge University Press 7. Scientific papers selected by the lecturer Polish books 1. K. Kurzydłowski i M. Lewandowska "Nanomateriały inżynierskie konstrukcyjne i funkcjonalne” Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, Warszawa 2011. 2. R.W. Kelsall, I.W. Hamley, M. Geoghegan, Nanotechnologie, Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, Warszawa 2008. 3. K.Kurzydłowski, M. Lewandowska, W. Łojkowski, “Świat nanocząstek” Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN, Warszawa 2016 4. R. Howland, L.Benatar, STM/AFM Mikroskopy ze skanującą sondą, Warszawa 2002 5. A. Oleś - Metody doświadczalne fizyki ciała stałego - WNT, W-wa 1998
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 [2F_24_1]
 KF_W01 [4/5]
Has in-depth knowledge of theoretical and experimental physics regarding nanosystems, [2F_24_2]
 KF_W02 [4/5]
Has in-depth knowledge of condensed phase physics, properties of nanostructures resulting from quantum mechanics [2F_24_3]
 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. [2F_24_4]
 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 [2F_24_5]
 KF_W08 [4/5]
on the basis of the acquired knowledge, knows how to explain the operation of research equipment [2F_24_6]
 KF_U04 [4/5]
He is able to comprehensively, in speech and writing, present the basic properties of nanostructures [2F_24_7]
 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 [2F_24_8]
 KF_U12 [4/5]
is able to apply the acquired knowledge of physics to the discussion of problems in related fields and scientific disciplines [2F_24_9]
 KF_U14 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
oral exam [2F_24_w_1]
The scope of the material given in the form of a set of all issues discussed in the lectures, grading scale 2-5. Compulsory exam
 2F_24_1 2F_24_2 2F_24_3 2F_24_4 2F_24_5 2F_24_6 2F_24_7 2F_24_8 2F_24_9
report [2F_24_w_2]
for each experiment performed, a mandatory report containing a theoretical introduction to a given problem, the methodology adopted, description of the study, analysis and discussion of the results and their significance in relation to similar studies, grading scale: 2-5
 2F_24_1 2F_24_2 2F_24_3 2F_24_4 2F_24_5 2F_24_6 2F_24_7 2F_24_8 2F_24_9
activity in class [2F_24_w_3]
participation and involvement in the discussion at the conversatorium: grading scale: (2-5)
 2F_24_1 2F_24_2 2F_24_3 2F_24_4 2F_24_5 2F_24_6 2F_24_7 2F_24_8 2F_24_9
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [2F_24_fs_1]
The lecture introduces the basic concepts of nanophysics and discusses some important examples in more detail.
 20
Acquiring the knowledge from the lecture, supplementary reading
 40 oral exam [2F_24_w_1]
laboratory classes [2F_24_fs_2]
performing experiments under the guidance of the teacher
 10
before the laboratory, getting acquainted with the literature on the theory and technique of the experiment. After the study is completed, the report is prepared
 20 report [2F_24_w_2]
discussion classes [2F_24_fs_3]
independent preparation of selected topics on the current problems of nanophysics and nanomagnetism
 10
short presentation and discussion coordinated by the tutor
 20 activity in class [2F_24_w_3]
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