Transcript Bachelor of Nanotechnolgy / Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Nanotechnology /
Bachelor of Science
La Trobe University
Course Structure
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Science
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Physics (Y1-3)
Chemistry (Y1-3)
Biology (Y1)
Biochemistry and
Molecular biology (Y2)
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Nanotechnology
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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
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Considerations:
 Degree program which overlapped with CMSS interests and
undergraduate interests
 La Trobe has a history of niche degrees
rd year chemistry
 Increase number of students completing 3
and physics
 Development of course structure with primary focus on
physical sciences
 Other nanotechnology courses on offer
 Commencement of Nanotechnology Program 2005.
Issues in Nanotechnology
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“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 MiniFab” (J. Hayes MiniFab)
“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
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Advantages
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Disadvantages
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Double degree program
Interaction with people
working in the field
Development of practical
skills required today
Development of research
skills through major project
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Slightly overloaded course
(4.5 years fitted into 4 years)
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