Online Courses Handbook 2003

305377 v.2 Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology) (Honours)

BSc(Hons)(Curtin)

Introduction
This course is designed for prospective students intending to become professional scientists and technologists in the emerging field of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology encompasses the science and technology of understanding and constructing the "very small" and has application in the development of very small scale ultra-efficient processes and machines to ultimately change the way we live. It is expected to have a major impact on almost all areas of science, technology and society over the next century. Nanotechnology is effectively already here in areas such as nanochemistry, microelectronics, nanophysical methods of analysis, and specialist materials research and development. In the future nanotechnology will also play a major role in a wide range of medical diagnosis and treatments, and yet to be invented industrial processes involving nanorobots and machines. Students considering a career in applied physics and/or chemistry will find the course and prospective employment possibilities of particular interest.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Chemistry, Physics and Calculus or Applicable Mathematics.

Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Note
If Introductory Calculus is not studied in Year 11, a bridging unit is required. Able students with high aggregates or other evidence of academic achievement who do not meet formal entry requirements may still be considered. Enquiries should be directedto the Head of Department.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
The course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Bachelor of Science (Physics) may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award subject to the approval of the Course Coordinator. A student who has not met the University Honours Entrance Requirements at the end of the third year will be eligible to apply for graduation in the Bachelor of Science (Physics) subject to approval of the Course coordinator. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Course Organisation
The first four semesters of this course focus on the development of fundamentals in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. At the same time, a range of options in physics, chemistry, engineering, computational techniques and nanotechnology will enable students to tailor the course to suit their specific interests. The final two semesters include advanced studies in nanotechnolgy together with a nanotechnology research project supervised by research staff from the Departments of Applied Chemistry and/or Applied Physics.

Professional Recognition
The Royal Australian Chemical Institute and the Australian Institute of Physics both recognise the course as fulfilling the academic requirements for graduate membership of the respective societies. On obtaining the necessary experience graduates will be admitted to full membership of either Institute.

Career Opportunities
Nanotechnology graduates will be employed in industry or government organisations, for example, as materials characterisation scientists, as research scientist in micro analytical facilities, and as medical physicists in hospitals.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

301995 v.3 Introduction to Communication Skills 116 2.0 12.5

302804 v.1 Physics 101 8.0 25.0

305411 v.1 Nanotechnology 101 2.0 12.5

7039 v.4 Chemistry 101 7.0 25.0

7062 v.5 Mathematics 101 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

305415 v.1 Physics 102 4.0 25.0

7040 v.5 Chemistry 102 7.0 25.0

7042 v.6 Analytical Chemistry 112 4.0 25.0

7063 v.5 Mathematics 102 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

7907 v.5 Particles and Waves 201 3.0 12.5

7908 v.4 Physical Measurements 201 4.0 25.0

8025 v.4 Physical Chemistry 201 6.0 25.0

8029 v.3 Inorganic Chemistry 201 2.0 12.5

8648 v.3 Mathematical Methods 201 4.0 25.0

100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

302390 v.1 Mathematical Methods 204 4.0 12.5

7909 v.4 Physical Measurements 202 4.0 25.0

8026 v.4 Physical Chemistry 202 6.0 25.0

8717 v.5 Electromagnetism 202 3.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 12.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 1

1373 v.5 Statistics 121 2.0 12.5

8024 v.5 Analytical Chemistry 201 6.5 25.0

9765 v.4 Quantum and Statistical Physics 301 4.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 37.5

100.0

Year 3 Semester 2

11592 v.2 Solid State Physics 302 2.0 12.5

8030 v.4 Inorganic Chemistry 202 7.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 62.5

100.0

Year 4 Semester 1

305409 v.1 Nanochemistry 301 6.0 25.0

305413 v.1 Nanotechnology Project 401 12.0 50.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Year 4 Semester 2

305410 v.1 Nanochemistry 302 6.0 25.0

305414 v.1 Nanotechnology Project 402 12.0 50.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credits

3999 v.4 ## Scientific Data Analysis 301 4.0 25.0

4775 v.7 # Structure of Solids 102 3.0 12.5

4776 v.6 # Structure of Solids 201 3.0 12.5

7910 v.7 ## Radiation Physics 201 3.0 12.5

7911 v.7 ## Applied Optics 302 2.0 12.5

8462 v.4 ## Scientific Data Acquisition 201 4.0 25.0

9644 v.4 ## Scientific Data Analysis 302 4.0 25.0

12702 v.2 ## Computer Engineering 103 5.0 25.0

12704 v.2 # Physical Electronics 203 5.0 25.0

12705 v.2 ## Computer Engineering 203 4.0 25.0

302540 v.2 # Analytical Chemistry 401 4.0 25.0

302541 v.2 # Analytical Chemistry 402 4.0 25.0

302546 v.2 # Analytical Chemistry 301 5.0 25.0

302621 v.2 * Instrumental Physics 401 2.0 12.5

302623 v.2 * Instrumental Physics 402 4.0 25.0

302765 v.1 * Solid State Physics 402 4.0 25.0

305424 v.1 # Electron Microscopy 301 4.0 25.0

305430 v.1 # Electron Microscopy 302 2.0 12.5

# Optional Nanotechnology units.

## Optional Nanotechnology and / or Applied Physics units.

* Optional units in Year 4 are to be chosen from a list of Advanced Applied Physics units and all others from Nanotechnology units.

NB Optional units in Year 3 Semester 1 (totalling one half unit) and Year 3 Semester 2 (totalling one full unit) are to be chosen from the Applied Physics optional units.

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