Nanotechnology is a futuristic branch of science that has the potential to revolutionise many industries, including food security, dentistry, medicine, energy, textiles, cosmetics, environmental management and more!
In this nanotechnology course, you will learn about one of the most exciting and fastest-moving areas of science of benefit in a broad range of disciplines and careers.
You will also learn about atomic and subatomic particles and the basics of quantum mechanics. You will also discover the different types of nanoparticles and their applications in the biomedical, environmental, and agricultural industries.
On completion of this course, you will have a fundamental knowledge of nanotechnology and its application in many fields.
Course Structure
Unit - Nanotechnology
Unit 1 – Scope and Nature of Nanotechnology
- History of nanotechnology
- Applications
- Food security
- Medicine
- Energy
- Automotive
- Environment
- Electronic
- Textiles & cosmetics
- The future
- Passive structures
- Active structures
- Nanosystems
- Perfect molecular nanosystems
Unit 2 – Space Elevators
- Atomic and subatomic particles
- Matter
- Forms
- Properties
- Nanoscale
- Elements
- Structure of an atom
- Subatomic particles
- Atom models
- Molecules
- Chemical bonding
- Ionic bonds
- Covalent bonds
- Hydrogen bonds
- Polar bonds
- Monomers and polymers
- Monomers
- Polymers
Unit 3 – Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
- History
- Photons – quantisation of light
- Atoms & electrons
- Bohr model
- Quantum numbers & orbitals
- Nuclei
- Bohr model energy levels
- Absorption & emission
- Quantum wavefunction
- Quantum numbers & orbitals
- The quantum mechanical model of the atom
- Heisenberg uncertainty principle
- Quantum numbers
- Principal quantum number
- Angular momentum quantum number
- Magnetic quantum number
- Spin quantum number
- Quantum numbers for the first four shells
- Nuclei
- Nuclear stability
- Types of decay
Unit 4 – Types of Nanoparticles
- Carbon-based nanoparticles
- Ceramics nanoparticles
- Metal nanoparticles
- Semiconductor nanoparticles
- Polymeric nanoparticles
- Lipid-based nanoparticles
- Properties of nanoparticles
- Electronic and optical properties
- Magnetic properties
- Mechanical properties
- Thermal properties
- Synthesis of nanoparticles
- Carbon nanotubes
- Single-walled carbon nanotubes
- Multi-walled nanotubes
- Aligned carbon nanotube bundles
- Nanotube structure
- Chemically modified carbon nanotubes
- Inorganic nanotubes
- Types of nanowires
Unit 5 – Nanofabrication
- Nanotubes and nanowires
- Fabrication: top-down method
- Etching
- Lithography
- Exfoliation
- Fabrication: bottom-up method
- Arc discharge
- Chemical vapour deposition
- Physical vapour deposition
- Self-assembly
- Nucleation growth
Unit 6 – Nanocircuitry and Semiconductors
- Types of materials
- Insulators
- Conductors
- Semiconductors
- Band theory
- Energy diagrams
- Current in semiconductors
- Covalent bonding in silicon
- Electrons and holes
- Types of semiconductors
- Doping
- N type semiconductor
- P type semiconductor
- PN junction
- Semiconductor devices
- Diode
- Forward and reverse bias
- Transistor
- Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT)
- Field Effect Transistor (FET)
Unit 7 – Applications – Improving Energy Use
- Energy sources
- Biomass
- Geothermal energy
- Marine energy
- Photovoltaic cells
- Solar thermal technology
- Energy conversion
- Wind energy
- Chemical transformation
- Combustion engines
- Electric motors
- Fuel cells
- Gas turbines
- Thermoelectric power
- Energy distribution
- Conduction
- Heath transmission
- Power grids
- Energy storage
- Supercapacitors
- Nano-wire batteries
- Chemical energy
- Thermal energy
- Energy utilisation
- Construction
- Industrial production
- Insulation and lighting
Unit 8 – Biomedical Applications
- Human toxicity
- Applications
- Bioimaging
- Biosensors
- Dentistry
- Drug and gene delivery using nanotechnology
- Magnetic hyperthermia
- Medical devices
- Photoablation therapy
- Sepsis
- Tissue engineering
Unit 9 – Environment and Agriculture Applications
- Agriculture
- Environmental impact
- Ecotoxicology of nanoparticles
- Titanium dioxide
- Reversing desertification
- Risk Assessment
Study Hours
Estimated duration 50 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
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- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
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- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
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Are there any computer requirements?
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When can I start this course?
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How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
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I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
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