Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023

Module name: Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies
Module code: IM1A_NIN
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2026/2027
  • winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module Nanomaterials and Nanotechnologies shall enable that students are knowledgeable about the classification, structure, defects and properties of nanomaterials and about methods of their obtaining, testing and in applications corresponding with modern technical requirements. Owing to that students will be capable of selecting the material, the method of its obtaining depending on operational parameters of specific elements of equipment and also of obtaining a better understanding of correlations between nanomaterials obtaining methods, their structure and properties as well as mechanisms forming their properties. This will allow honing the skill to form the nanomaterials structure and properties necessary for technical and medical applications.
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]
Understanding the fundamental concepts of nanomaterials built on 0D, 1D, 2D, and 3D dimensional units, the relationships between the structural scale of materials and their properties, methods of their investigation, applications, and categorization of nanoparticles based on increasing functionality and development prospects. [IM1A_NIN_1]
 IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W04 [3/5] IM1A_W05 [3/5] IM1A_W08 [3/5]
Acquiring knowledge of phenomena, processes, methods of synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, their types, the role of defects in shaping their properties, and understanding their applications. [IM1A_NIN_2]
 IM1A_W01 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W04 [3/5] IM1A_W08 [3/5]
The ability to analyze the structure, properties, and methods of obtaining nanomaterials, as well as select the type and methods of obtaining nanomaterials based on desired properties. [IM1A_NIN_3]
 IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5]
Ability to use the acquired knowledge to prepare the workplace, perform the assigned task and develop detailed documentation of its implementation. [IM1A​_NIN_4]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_U10 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Development of awareness of economic and ecological conditions for the use of various nanomaterials, development trends and new achievements in this area, and awareness of the need to regularly update this knowledge. [IM1A​_NIN_5]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [IM1A_NIN_fs1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work IM1A_NIN_1 IM1A_NIN_2 IM1A​_NIN_5
laboratory classes [IM1A_NIN_fs2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work IM1A_NIN_3 IM1A​_NIN_4 IM1A​_NIN_5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
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)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
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
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
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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