Bachelor of Nanotechnology Bachelor of Science La Trobe

Bachelor of Nanotechnology / Bachelor of Science La Trobe University

Course Structure n Science n n Physics (Y 1 -3) Chemistry (Y 1 -3) Biology (Y 1) Biochemistry and Molecular biology (Y 2) n Nanotechnology n n n n 4 year course Nanochemistry Scanning Probe Microscopies Imaging and Materials Characterisation Synchrotron Science and Technology Semiconductor Technology Sensors and Devices Issues in Nanotechnology Double degree

Course History n Considerations: n Degree program which overlapped with CMSS interests and undergraduate interests n La Trobe has a history of niche degrees rd year chemistry n Increase number of students completing 3 and physics n Development of course structure with primary focus on physical sciences n Other nanotechnology courses on offer n Commencement of Nanotechnology Program 2005.

Issues in Nanotechnology n n n n “X-ray lithography: Bridging nano, micro, and the real world” (A. Peele, La Trobe University) Nanotechnology in nature” (T. Turney CSIRO) “Quantum dots: photonic properties and commercial applications of semiconductor nanocrystals” ( K. Poetter, Genera Biosystems) “An introduction to the Australian Synchrotron Project” (J. Boldeman ASP) “Nanotechnology in Victorian Industry” (B. Irving, Nanotechnology Victoria Ltd) “Micro and nanofabrication technologies at Mini. Fab” (J. Hayes Mini. Fab) “Nanophotonics” (T. Davis, CSIRO) "The marriage of physics and biology: will the double helix be an only child? " (K. Nugent, The University of Melbourne)

Advantages and Disadvantages n n n Advantages Double degree program Interaction with people working in the field Development of practical skills required today Development of research skills through major project n n Disadvantages Slightly overloaded course (4. 5 years fitted into 4 years)