Course Overview 

The Nanomaterial and Nanotechnology Short-Term Course offers a foundational understanding of materials at the nanoscale and their wide-ranging applications across science and engineering. This course is designed to help learners explore how nanomaterials are created, characterized, and applied in sectors such as electronics, medicine, energy, and environmental science.

Participants will study the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties that make nanomaterials unique. The course will introduce synthesis methods, fabrication techniques, and characterization tools commonly used in nanotechnology research and development. Real-world examples will illustrate how these materials are integrated into innovations such as nanosensors, coatings, and drug delivery systems.

While the course provides structured exposure to current advancements in nanoscience, it does not promise specific outcomes in research, employment, or innovation. Instead, it encourages curiosity, scientific understanding, and critical thinking in an emerging interdisciplinary field.

This course is suitable for students and professionals seeking to build a base in nanotechnology or explore its relevance in their area of study.

What will students learn in your course? 

• Understand the basic principles and scope of nanotechnology
• Learn classifications and unique properties of nanomaterials
• Explore synthesis techniques like sol-gel, CVD, and green methods
• Study applications of nanomaterials in electronics and energy systems
• Review nanomaterials in biomedical and environmental contexts
• Understand safety, ethics, and regulatory issues in nanotechnology
• Get introduced to tools like SEM, TEM, and AFM for characterization
• Learn the challenges and limitations of nanomaterial development

Requirements / Prerequisites 

• A basic understanding of chemistry or physics is helpful to grasp material behavior at the nanoscale and atomic level.
• Undergraduate students or diploma holders in science, engineering, or allied fields can follow the course content effectively.
• Learners should have access to a computer or device with internet connectivity to attend sessions and access course materials.

Who is this course for?

• Students of chemistry, physics, materials science, or engineering
• Early-stage researchers interested in nanoscience applications
• Professionals exploring innovations in product design or R&D
• Educators and science enthusiasts curious about nanotechnology fundamentals