MATSCEN 6740
Transcript Abbreviation:
SEM Lab
Course Description:
Provides basic understanding of scanning electron microscopy characterization methods, understanding of sample preparation & compatibility, various imaging modes, and analytical techniques. This course focuses primarily on the practical operation of a scanning electron microscope, and not on its theoretical background.
Course Levels:
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
2.00
Max Credit Hours:
2.00
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
7 weeks (autumn or spring)
4 weeks (summer only)
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: Grad standing; or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Basic SEM operation
Sample preparation
Electron Beam Alignment; Electron imaging modes and detectors; Image acquisition
Energy dispersive spectroscopy; Electron backscatter diffraction
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overview of Scanning Electron Microscopy | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to Scanning Electron Microscopy | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Scanning Electron Microscopy Alignment and Parameters | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Scanning Electron Microscopy Imaging | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Scanning Electron Microscopy Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 |
| Scanning Electron Microscopy Electron Backscatter Diffraction | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 |
| Scanning Electron Microscopy Electron Sample Preparation | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Scheduled paired student practice sessions | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Scheduled one-hour individual Laboratory Practical Examination | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 |
| Total | 10 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Course Components:
Lecture
Lab
Grade Roster Component:
Lab
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| In-class activities | 25% |
| Lab assignments | 25% |
| Lab practical exam | 50% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| No Textbooks and Other Course Materials Entered. | ||
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
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