1. Nano physics (Phys 4190) Dr. Abeer Kamal Abd El-Aziz

2. Course outlines: Introduction, Update of solid state Physics
Physics at surfaces: Overview of physical and chemical properties that change when the materials considered are a few nanometres in Size
Discussion of different nanostructure fabrication methods
Introduction to nano-scale materials imaging techniques: Physical principle and operation.
Non-magnetic materials- types – Application
Introduction to superconductivity- Super conductivity in nano-scale
Organic nano-layers: chemical and preparation, application in surface chemistry and biological probe
Quantum dot and electron transfer in nano-tubes

3. Teaching Pattern: Total Hours :
14 Lectures Credit hours: 4 hrs, 3(3,1,0)
Lecture: 42 hr
Tutorial: 28 hr

4. 5. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester:
Assessment task (e.g., essay, test, group project, examination etc.)
Week due
Proportion of Final Assessment 1
1st mid- Exam
5th week of the course
15 % 2
2nd mid-Exam
10th week of the course
15% 3
Mini-projects-oral presentation and Activities
Through the course
10 % 4
Final written Exam
After 14 weeks of the course
60 %

5. References Essential References
R. Kelsall, I. W. Hamley and M. Geoghegan, “Nanoscale Science and Technology, John Wiley & Sons, (2005).
J. Imry, Introduction to Mesoscopic Physics (Mesoscopic Physics and Nanotechnology), oxford university press (1997).
3) Nanostructure Physics and Fabrication: Proceedings of the International Symposium, College Station, Texas, (1989).
Electronic Materials, Web Sites etc