Information Package / Course Catalogue
Nanotechnology and Applications
Course Code: PLT255
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

To acquire a basic understanding of the current state of nanotechnology development, Types of nanostructures, To give information about preparation methods and characterization, Technology of nanoscale structures An understanding on innovation in the nanotechnology sector bring.

Course Content

The level of development of nanotechnology, in addition to the breadth of the field, is the result of the interdisciplinary feature. physical principles, synthesis and characterization of nanosystems, diversity of nanostructures, and nanotechnology applications

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Evren Barış KAYHAN
Learning Outcomes
1.Basic knowledge of physical principles, mathematical methods and appropriate techniques related to nanoscale
2.Basic information about types of nanostructures
3.Production and inspection techniques
4.Understanding the most common applications of the nanoscale phenomenon
5.The importance and applications of nanotechnology in the fields of chemistry and biology
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Prof. Dr. Fevzi Koksal
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Course introduction
Week 2 - Theoretical
Nanotechnology and general concepts
Week 3 - Theoretical
Macro, micro, nano structures
Week 4 - Theoretical
Classification of nanostructures
Week 5 - Theoretical
Overview of nanomanufacturing methods: Top-down manufacturing
Week 6 - Theoretical
Nanomanufacturing methods: Bottom-up manufacturing processes
Week 7 - Theoretical
Physical and Chemical Vapor Deposition Methods
Week 8 - Theoretical
Physical and Chemical Vapor Deposition Methods (Midterm Exam Evaluation)
Week 9 - Theoretical
So-gel processes
Week 10 - Theoretical
Methods used in the study of nanostructures
Week 11 - Theoretical
Nanotechnology in medicine and health
Week 12 - Theoretical
Nanotechnology in food and agriculture
Week 13 - Theoretical
Environmental applications of nanotechnology
Week 14 - Theoretical
Environmental applications of nanotechnology
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory142256
Midterm Examination1819
Final Examination114115
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)80
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
OÇ-1
5
4
3
3
3
3
4
3
2
2
OÇ-2
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
1
2
OÇ-3
4
3
4
3
4
3
4
3
1
1
OÇ-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
2
OÇ-5
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
2
2
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026