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Curriculum(s) for 2024 - Nanotechnology Engineering (32343)

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1st year

Lesson	Semester	CFU	Language
10610441 \| CHEMISTRY FOR NANOTECHNOLOGY	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course aims to provide students with an in-depth study on topics already approached (in part or completely) within the (General) Chemistry courses delivered at the level of the Bachelor Degree, and the study of new topics not previously covered. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge in Chemistry on the composition, structure, properties and transformations of matter. It will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the multiple interconnections of Chemistry with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II)At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand some chemico-physical characteristics of substances, such as, for example, aggregation state, volatility, solubility, based on the knowledge of their structure. Making judgements (descriptor III)At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate a chemical transformation. In some cases, based on the knowledge of the intra- and intermolecular structure of chemical compounds, to predict various chemico-physical properties, such as, for example, aggregation, solubility and reactivity. Communication skills (descriptor IV)At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V)At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of technology in an autonomous way.
10610524 \| PRINCIPLES OF QUANTUM MECHANICS WITH ELEMENTS OF STRUCTURE OF MATTER AND ATOMISTIC SIMULATIONS	1st	12	ITA
Educational objectives The main purpose of the course is to transfer to the students the basic knowledge concerning the multidisciplinary topics that found the atomistic simulations. The course is focussed on the main aspects of the classical models and the principal quantum models. Numerical laboratories and exercises will help the students to develop the needed technical skills. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge on the main atomistic simulations methods and techniques used to study , from an atomistic point of view, the nano-structures and systems of interest. They will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the way the atomistic structure affects the materials properties and its relationship with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand the inner atomistic nature of some physical and chemical properties and their relation with the macrospoic properties of materials. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate the limits of the different techniques and their potentiality. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
Atomistic Simulations	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives Understanding the inadequacy of the Classical mechanics and acquisition of the postulates of quantum mechanics. Applying the quantum approach to specific classical problems (e.g. harmonic oscillator) and understanding of purely quantum phenomena (e.g. tunnel effect). Building up a theoretical framework for the comprehension and the use of quantum models for the study of the materials properties, metals, semicondctors, insulators.
1035441 \| Surface Engineering, Thin Films and Nanostructure Materials	1st	12	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures are focused on foundations of materials science and technology, on nanostructured materials and on the main manufacturing techniques. Moreover the lectures are focused on microstructure-properties relationship and selection of materials on the basis of design constrains and requirements.
THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELING	1st	6	ITA
10610524 \| PRINCIPLES OF QUANTUM MECHANICS WITH ELEMENTS OF STRUCTURE OF MATTER AND ATOMISTIC SIMULATIONS	2nd	12	ITA
Educational objectives The main purpose of the course is to transfer to the students the basic knowledge concerning the multidisciplinary topics that found the atomistic simulations. The course is focussed on the main aspects of the classical models and the principal quantum models. Numerical laboratories and exercises will help the students to develop the needed technical skills. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge on the main atomistic simulations methods and techniques used to study , from an atomistic point of view, the nano-structures and systems of interest. They will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the way the atomistic structure affects the materials properties and its relationship with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand the inner atomistic nature of some physical and chemical properties and their relation with the macrospoic properties of materials. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate the limits of the different techniques and their potentiality. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
Principles of Quantum Mechanics with Elements of Structure of Matter	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives The main purpose of the course is to transfer to the students the basic knowledge concerning the multidisciplinary topics that found the atomistic simulations. The course is focussed on the main aspects of the classical models and the principal quantum models. Numerical laboratories and exercises will help the students to develop the needed technical skills. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge on the main atomistic simulations methods and techniques used to study , from an atomistic point of view, the nano-structures and systems of interest. They will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the way the atomistic structure affects the materials properties and its relationship with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand the inner atomistic nature of some physical and chemical properties and their relation with the macrospoic properties of materials. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate the limits of the different techniques and their potentiality. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
1018601 \| Microscopies and nanocharacterization techniques	2nd	9	ITA
Educational objectives The course provides students with an adequate training support in relation to Physics, including the characteristics and capabilities of the various microscopy techniques (from the electronic to the scanning probe ones), both for R & D and industrial processes in which nanotechnologies are used or in which the knowledge of information and properties up to the atomic scale is required. During the course, adequate basic information on the main spectroscopy techniques able to complete a multiscale characterization of materials/systems of interest (based on the radiation-matter interaction) is also provided . In particular, the course aims to provide students enrolled in the Master’s Degree in Nanotechnology Engineering with the necessary knowledge to enable them to choose the best nanocharacterization techniques and methodologies within the processes and procedures that they will be called to define/design/exploit in the framework of their professional profile. The course provides an essential background about electron optics and electron optical devices aimed at developing a correct approach to electron microscopy, both for scanning methods and transmission electron microscopy. Throughout the course, the basic elements of Physics on the mechanisms at the basis of contrast are provided in order to allow the student to correctly interpret the results. The spectroscopic method on which the main analytical tools are based is described together with a survey of complementary methods of ion scanning microscopy and specimen preparation techniques, in order to ultimately allow students to use these methods in a professional frame. Moreover, the course provides a fundamental knowledge about scanning probe microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning tunneling microscopy, scanning near-field optical microscopy. Fundamental aspects of the main techniques based on the aforementioned microscopy methods for the nanometer scale characterization of chemical, structural, mechanical, magnetic, electric, and thermal properties are also provided, aiming to train students to select specific techniques on the basis of specific applications. The training objectives are expressed in terms of Dublin Descriptors in order to describe the knowledge acquired by students, the skills of application and growth in terms of critical skills, communication and in-depth study. With regards to the acquired knowledge and to the increase of the comprehension abilities, the course provides elements able to strengthen the knowledge in the field of micro- and nano-scale investigation methodologies, particularly on optical techniques based on electrons and ions and on scanning probe microscopy methods, allowing students to elaborate or apply original ideas and insert themselves in a context of advanced technologies and in the field of technological research. With regard to the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and the understanding of the connected phenomena, the acquired knowledge provides is meant to provide students with the operative tools to face and solve new and unfamiliar problems concerning the micro- and nanostructural aspects of nanotechnologies, even when they are required to operate in large and interdisciplinary contexts. With regard to the autonomy of judgment, the course provides the scientific elements on which micro- and nano-scale investigation technologies are based: in such context, students are required to make autonomous judgements concerning the interpretation of experimental data and be able to formulate an independent and non-preconceived judgment on the issues in question. The course provides the elements necessary to integrate the knowledge acquired in broader contexts in order to interpret and manage complex situations and provide judgments and interpretations even when partial or incomplete information is available, taking into account the ethical and social aspects connected. With regard to the ability to communicate what has been learned, the course provides both semantic and terminology elements that allow to the student a profitable interaction on the issues themselves and on the methodologies involved, with both the specialists of the sector in the field of professional problems and the non-professional subjects in the context of interlocutions in which the specific skills of the student are basic. With regard to the ability to independently pursue their own training and specialization, the course provides students with the main interpretative tools for subsequent readings and experiences capable of allowing a profitable expansion and focusing of the skills acquired. These competences can be summarized as follows: - Understanding the main nanocharacterization techniques for the physical, chemical and functional properties; in particular, the following techniques will be considered: electron microscopies for the morphological analysis of materials up to the atomic scale; diffractions for the structural analysis of materials; probe microscopies for morphological analyses and for the study of the physical-chemical and functional properties up to the nanometric scale; spectroscopies applied to the study of the functional properties of materials; - Understanding the different radiation-matter interaction mechanisms that can be employed in characterization; - Developing the ability to solve a characterization problem from the meso- to the nanoscale, identifying the appropriate techniques to apply considering a cost-effectiveness analysis. - Being able to evaluate the results achieved and drafting new metrological procedures; - Being able to work in team.
1035441 \| Surface Engineering, Thin Films and Nanostructure Materials	2nd	12	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures are focused on foundations of materials science and technology, on nanostructured materials and on the main manufacturing techniques. Moreover the lectures are focused on microstructure-properties relationship and selection of materials on the basis of design constrains and requirements.
THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELING	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures are focused on foundations of materials science and technology, physical and chemical surface degradation and the main techniques of surface modification.
10610966 \| MICRO-NANOFLUIDICS	2nd	9	ITA
Educational objectives Leading the student to the clear comprehension of the behavior of fluids in micro and nano-scale devices. Providing physical understanding of the mechanisms by which fluids interact with the confining environment. Providing critical knowledge of the different descriptions of fluid motions and their relevance in micro and nanotechnolgy. Devoloping basic skills for designing and handling micro and nano-fluidic devices.
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12 CFU of your choice

2nd year

Lesson	Semester	CFU	Language
10610444 \| MICRO-NANO DEVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ELECTRICAL-ELECTROMAGNETIC APPLICATIONS	1st	9	ITA
Educational objectives The course provides the instrument for the design of micro- and nano- devices for electrical and electromagnetic applications. This includes nanomaterials, nanostructures, nanocomponents. It is expected that the student at the end of the course will: - understands teminology of physics. - deal with a complex problem, introducing the appropriate approximations - be able to understand with low of physics he needs to apply to solve a given problem. - be able to understand the limitation of the models used in the design - be able to work in group - be able to work in a lab- knoledge in the electromagnetics - basic knowledge in condensed matter and quantum mechanics - capability to design an electrical/EM micro/nanodevice according to specification
Elective course	1st	6	ITA
Elective course	2nd	6	ITA
AAF1147 \| OTHER USEFUL SKILLS FOR INCLUSION IN THE WORLD OF WORK	2nd	1	ITA
Educational objectives Art. 10, para. 5, letter d of Ministerial Decree 270/04 stipulates that Courses of Study must include “.. learning activities designed to enable acquisition of further knowledge of languages, IT, computer, and interpersonal skills, or other skills as may be useful for entering the world of work, along with learning activities designed to facilitate the range of work choices, by direct experience of the types of work to which the academic qualification may give access, including, in particular, in-work training and orientation as set out in Employment Ministry Decree no. 142 of 25 March 1998”. To activate the recognition procedure, the original documentation attesting the completion of activities must be sent together with the recognition form downloadable from the CAD website https://web.uniroma1.it/nano/en/nano/nano/about/rules-info/other-learnin.... The activities must have been performed for a minimum of 25 hours. In case of positive evaluation, the CFU recognition will be processed by the didactic office registered in the student’s transcript of records. In case of negative evaluation, students will be notified by email by the same office.
AAF1015 \| Final exam	2nd	17	ITA
2 course of your choice
1 course of your choice
12 CFU of your choice

Nanotechnology Engineering

1st year

Lesson	Semester	CFU	Language
10589160 \| Chemistry for Nanotechnology	1st	9	ENG
Educational objectives The Chemistry for Nanotechnology course aims to provide students with the tools for a critical understanding of the relationship between structure, chemical reactivity and physical-chemical properties of the main classes of solids, going from macro to nanoscale. To this end, basic chemistry concepts are reminded and the main concepts of inorganic, organic and solid-state chemistry are provided. At the same time, the main techniques of synthesis, processing and characterization of materials in the form of bulk and thin film are illustrated. The effects of the nanoscale on the catalytic, electrical, thermal, optical and surface properties of low-dimensional materials are described in order to understand the functionality of such systems in applications of interest to nanoscience and nanotechnology.
10589289 \| Continuum Mechanics	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides a methodological preparation for the setting up and solving of continuum mechanics problems and provides the tools for the solution of technical problems concerning the mechanics of solids and structures. The students' learning is ascertained through an exam consisting of a written and an oral test in order to verify that the student is able to solve elementary problems of solid mechanics and slender elastic structures. In particular, the topics cover (1) the mechanics of deformable bodies (displacement and deformation: compatibility equations) forces and efforts: postulate, lemma and Cauchy theorem, balance equations, constitutive equations: linear and isotropic and fibro-reinforced elastic materials. of resistance), (2) the elastic theory of the solid of Saint-Venant (The elastic problem of the continuous beam-shaped: exact solution and solution to Saint-Venant (extension, flexure, uniform torsion and non-uniform bending), (3) elements of beams mechanics and structural mechanics (Displacements and strain measurements, Forces and torques: balance equations, Relations between the monodimensional beam model and the 3D body, The kinematic and equilibrium problems of the constrained planar beam, The elastic problem: displacement method. The thermo-elastic response of beams in extension-bending. The technical beam theories: Euler-Bernoulli beam and Timoshenko beam).
10610452 \| MODERN PHYSICS FOR NANOTECHNOLOGY	1st	12	ENG
Educational objectives The course aims to provide basic knowledge in the field of modern physics starting from Quantum mechanics postulates, to condensed matter physics phenomena with a special focus on nanotechnology applications. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I): Understanding the limits of classical mechanics and acquisition of the basic postulates of quantum mechanics. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II): Applications of the quantum approach to specific problems: the potential well, the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom. Making judgements (descriptor III): Ability to evaluate analogies and differences between the results obtained with the quantum models and the predictions based on classical physics. Ability to establish the limits of validity of an approximated model in the classical or quantum regime. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, in order to clearly communicate their knowledge. Learning skills (descriptor V): Construction of theoretical bases for the study of the quantum properties of materials.
Elements of quantum mechanics	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course aims to provide basic knowledge in the field of condensed matter physics, starting from the phenomena that marked the crisis of classical physics and then making particular reference to the basic physical principles and applications in the field of electronic devices. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I): Understanding of the different models and their limits for the description of phenomena of solid state physics. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II): Application of phenomena and their models to describe simple problems in solid state physics. Making judgements (descriptor III): Ability to evaluate which model is more suitable for the various problems of condensed matter physics being analysed. Ability to discriminate which type of materials is more suitable for specific applications. Communication skills (descriptor IV): At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good knowledge of the specific scientific terminology, in order to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge. Learning skills (descriptor V): At the end of the course the student will have the basic skills necessary for understanding more complex problems of condensed matter physics and solid state electronics that they will have to deal with in the subsequent courses of the degree course.
Elements of condensed matter physics	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course aims to provide basic knowledge in the field of modern physics starting from Quantum mechanics postulates, to condensed matter physics phenomena with a special focus on nanotechnology applications. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I): Understanding the limits of classical mechanics and acquisition of the basic postulates of quantum mechanics. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II): Applications of the quantum approach to specific problems: the potential well, the harmonic oscillator and the hydrogen atom. Making judgements (descriptor III): Ability to evaluate analogies and differences between the results obtained with the quantum models and the predictions based on classical physics. Ability to establish the limits of validity of an approximated model in the classical or quantum regime. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, in order to clearly communicate their knowledge. Learning skills (descriptor V): Construction of theoretical bases for the study of the quantum properties of materials.
10589355 \| Surface Engineering and Nanostructured Materials	2nd	12	ENG
Educational objectives The present course “Nanostructured Materials” will provide the engineering students with the fundamental principles that govern structure-processing-properties interrelationships in a variety of different materials classes from the macro down to the nano scale. From this understanding, the engineer will have the toolset to devise means to exploit engineered materials for a variety of applications. Upon completion of this course, the engineering student will be able to: - Understand the basic classes of materials and their relevant structures, properties and applications - Understand how engineering structure, from multiple length scales, influences properties - Understand how a materials’ structure can be engineered and exploited - Understand how to use materials properly, realize new design opportunities with materials and establish basis for critical thinking.
Nanostructured Materials	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives Lectures will be focused on foundations of surface science and engineering, physical and chemical surface degradation and the main techniques of coating deposition and surface modification. The goals will be: - Understanding of microstructure-properties relationship; - Selection of materials on the basis of design constrains and requirements; - Understanding of advantages and drawbacks of the different deposition techniques and role of main process parameters - Analysis of degradation problems and selection of suitable surface modification techniques .
Surface Engineering	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The present course “Nanostructured Materials” will provide the engineering students with the fundamental principles that govern structure-processing-properties interrelationships in a variety of different materials classes from the macro down to the nano scale. From this understanding, the engineer will have the toolset to devise means to exploit engineered materials for a variety of applications. Upon completion of this course, the engineering student will be able to: - Understand the basic classes of materials and their relevant structures, properties and applications - Understand how engineering structure, from multiple length scales, influences properties - Understand how a materials’ structure can be engineered and exploited - Understand how to use materials properly, realize new design opportunities with materials and establish basis for critical thinking.
1052015 \| Electron Microscopies and Related Techniques	2nd	9	ENG
Educational objectives The course is composed by two integrated and complementary didactic units. The first one provides the basic knowledge about electron optics, and electron optical devices able to allow the student a correct approach to electron microscopy both for the scanning methods and for transmission electron microscopy. In the course the basic physical knowledge on the mechanisms at the basis of contrast are provided in order to allow the student to correctly interpret the results. The spectroscopic method at the basis of analytical tools are described together with a survey of complementary methods, of ion scanning microscopy and of specimen preparation techniques in order to provide to the student a complete set of knowledge sufficient for the use of these methods in a professional frame. The second one provides the students with the fundamental knowledge about scanning probe microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning tunneling microscopy, scanning near-field optical microscopy. Fundamental knowledge is provided about techniques based on the aforementioned microscopy methods for the nanometer scale characterization of chemical, structural, mechanical, magnetic, electric, and thermal properties, aiming at allowing the student to select specific techniques on the basis of specific applications. The training objectives are expressed in terms of Dublin Descriptors able to describe the knowledge acquired by the student, the skills of application and growth in terms of critical skills, communication and in-depth study. With regards to the acquired knowledge and to the increase of the comprehension capacity, the course provides elements able to strengthen the knowledge in the field of micro- and nano-scale investigation methodologies and in particular on optical techniques based on electrons and ions and on scanning probe microscopy methors, allowing the student to elaborate or apply original ideas and insert themselves in a context of advanced technologies and in the field of technological research. With regard to the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and the understanding of the connected phenomena, the acquired knowledge provides the student with the operative tools to face and solve new and unfamiliar problems concerning the micro and nano structural aspects of nanotechnologies, even when inserted in large and interdisciplinary contexts, also related to adjacent cultural fields. Regarding the autonomy of judgment, the course provides the scientific elements at the base of micro- and nano-scale investigation technologies for which the student becomes autonomous in the interpretation of experimental data and able to formulate an independent and non-preconceived judgment on the issues under consideration. The course provides the elements necessary to integrate the knowledge acquired in broader contexts in order to interpret and govern complex situations and provide judgments and interpretations even in the case of partial or incomplete information, also taking into account the ethical and social aspects connected. With regard to the ability to communicate what has been learned, the course provides both semantic and terminology elements that allow to the student a profitable interaction on the issues themselves and on the methodologies involved, with both the specialists of the sector in the field of professional problems and the non-professional subjects in the context of interlocutions in which the specific skills of the student are basic. Regarding the ability to independently pursue its own training and specialization, the course provides the student with the main interpretative tools for subsequent readings and experiences capable of allowing a profitable expansion and focusing of the acquired skills.
SCANNING PROBE MICROSCOPY	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the students with the fundamental knowledge about scanning probe microscopy, atomic force microscopy, scanning tunneling microscopy, scanning near-field optical microscopy. Fundamental knowledge is provided about techniques based on the aforementioned microscopy methods for the nanometer scale characterization of chemical, structural, mechanical, magnetic, electric, and thermal properties, aiming at allowing the student to select specific techniques on the basis of specific applications. The training objectives are expressed in terms of Dublin Descriptors able to describe the knowledge acquired by the student, the skills of application and growth in terms of critical skills, communication and in-depth study. As far as the acquired knowledge and the increase of the comprehension capacity are concerned, the course provides elements able to strengthen the knowledge in the field of physical investigation methodologies at the micro- and nano-scale based on scanning probe microscopy, allowing the student to elaborate or apply original ideas and insert themselves in a context of advanced technologies and in the field of technological research. As far as the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and the understanding of the connected phenomena are concerned, the acquired knowledge provides the student with the operative tools to face and solve new and unfamiliar problems concerning problems related to the need of physical characterizations at the nanoscale, even when inserted in large and interdisciplinary contexts, also related to adjacent cultural fields. As far as the autonomy of judgment is concerned, the course provides the scientific elements at the basis of nanoscale characterization methods for which the student becomes autonomous in the interpretation of experimental data and able to formulate an independent and non-preconceived judgment on the issues under consideration. The course provides the elements necessary to integrate the knowledge acquired in broader contexts in order to interpret and govern complex situations and provide judgments and interpretations even in the case of partial or incomplete information, also taking into account the ethical and social aspects connected. With regard to the ability to communicate what has been learned, the course provides both semantic and terminology elements that allow to the student a profitable interaction on the issues themselves and on the methodologies involved, with both the specialists of the sector in the field of professional problems and the non-professional subjects in the context of interlocutions in which the specific skills of the student are basic. Regarding the ability to independently pursue its own training and specialization, the course provides the student with the main interpretative tools for subsequent readings and experiences capable of allowing a profitable expansion and focusing of the acquired skills.
ELECTRON MICROSCOPIES	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the basic knowledge about electron optics, and electron optical devices able to allow the student a correct approach to electron microscopy both for the scanning methods and for transmission electron microscopy. In the course the basic physical knowledge on the mechanisms at the basis of contrast are provided in order to allow the student to correctly interpret the results. The spectroscopic method at the basis of analytical tools are described together with a survey of complementary methods, of ion scanning microscopy and of specimen preparation techniques in order to provide to the student a complete set of knowledge sufficient for the use of these methods in a professional frame. The training objectives are expressed in terms of Dublin Descriptors able to describe the knowledge acquired by the student, the skills of application and growth in terms of critical skills, communication and in-depth study. With regards to the acquired knowledge and to the increase of the comprehension capacity, the course provides elements able to strengthen the knowledge in the field of microstructural investigation methodologies and in particular on optical techniques based on electrons and ions, allowing the student to elaborate or apply original ideas and insert themselves in a context of advanced technologies and in the field of technological research. With regard to the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and the understanding of the connected phenomena, the acquired knowledge provides the student with the operative tools to face and solve new and unfamiliar problems concerning the micro and nano structural aspects of nanotechnologies, even when inserted in large and interdisciplinary contexts, also related to adjacent cultural fields. Regarding the autonomy of judgment, the course provides the scientific elements at the base of microstructural investigation technologies for which the student becomes autonomous in the interpretation of experimental data and able to formulate an independent and non-preconceived judgment on the issues under consideration. The course provides the elements necessary to integrate the knowledge acquired in broader contexts in order to interpret and govern complex situations and provide judgments and interpretations even in the case of partial or incomplete information, also taking into account the ethical and social aspects connected. With regard to the ability to communicate what has been learned, the course provides both semantic and terminology elements that allow to the student a profitable interaction on the issues themselves and on the methodologies involved, with both the specialists of the sector in the field of professional problems and the non-professional subjects in the context of interlocutions in which the specific skills of the student are basic. Regarding the ability to independently pursue its own training and specialization, the course provides the student with the main interpretative tools for subsequent readings and experiences capable of allowing a profitable expansion and focusing of the acquired skills.
12 CFU of your choice
1 course of your choice

2nd year

Lesson	Semester	CFU	Language
10610923 \| MICRO-NANOFLUIDICS	1st	9	ENG
Educational objectives Leading the student to the clear comprehension of the behavior of fluids in micro and nano-scale devices. Providing physical understanding of the mechanisms by which fluids interact with the confining environment. Providing critical knowledge of the different descriptions of fluid motions and their relevance in micro and nanotechnolgy. Devoloping basic skills for designing and handling micro and nano-fluidic devices.
10596076 \| MICRO-NANO DEVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ELECTRICAL ELECTROMAGNETIC APPLICATIONS AND FUNDAMENTALS	1st	9	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides students with the fundamental tools of electromagnetism and circuit analysis for the understanding of topics underlaying the 2nd module of the course "Micro and nano devices and materials for electromagnetic applications and fundamentals"
MICRO-NANO DEVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ELECTRICAL ELECTROMAGNETIC APPLICATIONS	1st	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides students with the fundamental tools of electromagnetism and circuit analysis for the understanding of topics underlaying the 2nd module of the course "Micro and nano devices and materials for electromagnetic applications and fundamentals"
FUNDAMENTALS OF MICRO-NANO DEVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ELECTRICAL ELECTROMAGNETIC APPLICATIONS	1st	6	ENG
Elective course	1st	6	ENG
Elective course	2nd	6	ENG
AAF1855 \| OTHER USEFUL KNOWLEDGE FOR WORKING	2nd	1	ENG
AAF2070 \| FINAL EXAM	2nd	17	ENG
1 course of your choice
1 course of your choice (6 CFU)
12 CFU of your choice

Optional groups

The student must acquire 12 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
10610445 \| CONTINUUM MECHANICS	1st	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course provides a methodological preparation for the setting up and solving of continuum mechanics problems and provides the tools for the solution of technical problems concerning the mechanics of solids and structures. The students' learning is ascertained through an exam consisting of a written and an oral test in order to verify that the student is able to solve elementary problems of solid mechanics and slender elastic structures. In particular, the topics cover (1) the mechanics of deformable bodies (displacement and deformation: compatibility equations) forces and efforts: postulate, lemma and Cauchy theorem, balance equations, constitutive equations: linear and isotropic and fibro-reinforced elastic materials. of resistance), (2) the elastic theory of the solid of Saint-Venant (The elastic problem of the continuous beam-shaped: exact solution and solution to Saint-Venant (extension, flexure, uniform torsion and non-uniform bending), (3) elements of beams mechanics and structural mechanics (Displacements and strain measurements, Forces and torques: balance equations, Relations between the monodimensional beam model and the 3D body, The kinematic and equilibrium problems of the constrained planar beam, The elastic problem: displacement method. The thermo-elastic response of beams in extension-bending. The technical beam theories: Euler-Bernoulli beam and Timoshenko beam).
10610447 \| ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING AND LASER TEXTURING	1st	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The objective of the course is to provide students with knowledge on: unconventional processes that allow to operate on the structural modification of surfaces or on the generation of complex surface structures, both on a micro and nano scale; additive manufacturing technologies applied to complex shape. The main manufacturing processes will be identified among those of main industrial interest in order to allow students: (i) to acquire knowledge on the thermal, chemical and mechanical mechanisms, (ii) to acquire knowledge on the performance of the manufactured parts, (iii) to make considerations about economic, performance and technological aspects, (iv) gain knowledge and abilities to design a component fabrication by means of the necessary additive manufacturing steps.
10610446 \| PHYSICAL METALLURGY OF INNOVATIVE NANO-STRUCTURED MATERIALS	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course proposes as objectives to 1. Understand the unique properties and behaviors of nanostructured materials. 2. Explore the fundamental principles of physical metallurgy relevant to nanomaterials. 3. Acquire the ability to synthesize techniques and processing methods applicable to nanostructured materials. 4. Develop skills in characterizing nanostructured materials using advanced techniques. 5. Explore the applications and potential impact of nanostructured materials in various industrial settings.
10610448 \| MIXING AND SEPARATION PROCESSES AT MICRO-NANO SCALES	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The class aims at providing the theoretical basis and the computational skills for the design of mixing/reaction and separation processes in micro/nanofluidic devices. The theoretical toolbox is composed of Stokes flow theory, dynamical system approach to mass transport in laminar flows (with specific focus on deterministic chaos), macro-transport theory in periodic media for the determination of effective transport parameters. These theoretical approaches are applied to the optimal design of microfluidic reactors and separators for the identification of analytical targets and small-scale production of high-added-value products. The optimal design results from the numerical solution of the transport-reaction equations through in-house codes and commercial software. Specific emphasis is placed on clinical biomedical and pharmaceutical applications.

The student must acquire 12 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
10589300 \| Macromolecular Structures	1st	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives Students will learn the fundamentals of cellular and molecular biology, with particular reference to the energetic and biochemical mechanisms that underlie the functioning of macromolecules. Therefore, they will learn how a cell is made and how it works and what are the molecules that determine its structure, function and replication. In particular, the students will learn the properties of the molecular components of cells, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other biomolecules. They also will learn about the most important classes of proteins such as enzymes, antibodies, receptors and transporters and will acquire a clear view of the main metabolic processes governing the origin and functioning of life. In addition, the students will develop the ability to appropriately use the technical jargon of biology/biochemistry.
1042012 \| OPTICS	1st	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course aims to introduce the physics of light and electromagnetic waves and their technological application. Starting from Maxwell's equations, the course introduces electromagnetic waves and their solutions in terms of plane or spherical waves. Particular attention is given to the interpretation of the refractive index in a microscopic key, as an active and reactive interaction of the polarization dipoles with the electromagnetic field. This approach aims to explain the slowing down of light in media, giving the cultural tools to understand all linear and nonlinear interaction effects between light and materials. The course will therefore analyze the reflection and refraction of light and all associated phenomena, a fundamental part for understanding both how the different optical devices currently used (mirrors, lenses, complex optical systems, optical fibers) act. The course also introduces issues related to solar panels and the conversion of solar energy. The wavy aspects of light will be analyzed both in relation to interference and optical resonators, and in relation to diffraction, introducing the Huygens-Fresnel principle and its applications in the near and far fields. These studies will allow to introduce the basic concepts of nano-optics and associated simulation techniques. The final part of the course will introduce nonlinear materials and associated phenomena. The nonlinear view of the second and third order will be discussed. Particular attention will be paid to second order phenomena both of a catalytic nature (generation of second harmonic and generation of harmonic difference) and of refractive nature (Kerr effect and photorefractivity). By exploiting photorefractive nonlinearities it will be shown how neuromorphic circuits can be produced whose response has a similar behavior to biological neurons. These neural circuits are able to recognize optically coded information (machine learning) and memorize it (RAM and ROM memories). Neuromorphic circuits are the fundamental elements for building a hardware Photonic Artificial Intelligence.
10589161 \| Principles of Biochemical Engineering	1st	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with the qualitative and quantitative tools for understanding subcellular processes and / or involving microorganisms. Inoltrefornisce the biochemical basis and kinetics necessary for the characterization of enzymatic processes of genetic regulation and growth of microorganisms and cell lines and their quantitative description
10610442 \| ADVANCED CHEMISTRY FOR NANOTECHNOLOGY	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course aims to provide the student with an insight into some topics already covered in the course of Chemistry for Nanotechnologies. It also aims to provide basic knowledge in the field of Organic Chemistry, applicable in scientific, technological and industrial fields. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge in General Chemistry and in Organic Chemistry on the composition, structure, properties and transformations of matter. It will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the multiple interconnections of Chemistry with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand some chemico- physical characteristics of substances, such as, for example, aggregation state, volatility, solubility, based on the knowledge of their structure. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate a chemical transformation. In some cases, based on the knowledge of the intra- and intermolecular structure of chemical compounds, to predict various chemico-physical properties, such as, for example, aggregation, solubility and reactivity. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
10592710 \| Dynamics of Micro-Mechatronic Systems	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course provides theoretical elements for the study of kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies, the mechanics of vibration of discrete and continuous systems, the analysis of deterministic and random signals in order to allow the student the correct design of micro-machines and micro-devices.
1044618 \| Tecnologie e processi per l'elettronica	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The student will acquire consciusness about the ethernal compromise among performance, cost and reliability, which rules the micro and nanoelectronic design. The course will furnish an exhaustive overview comphrension of all the fundamental concerns which afflict the chip fabrication at a hard level, and of their current solutions .
1041742 \| BIOPHOTONICS LABORATORY	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course is devoted to students who are interested in the application of novel photonic techniques for the fabrication integrated devices used in the life sciences field. The course has three principal aims: • To give a theoretical description of the basic phenomena governing the interaction of organic molecules and light, increasing the background knowledge that students acquired duoirng their basic physics courses; • To show laboratory demonstrations of such phenomena by means of specifically prepared experiments, so as to put students in contact with the standard equipment used in optics and phtonics laboratories; • To describe the principal techniques and the devices commonly used for the advanced study of biological systems. The three aims will be pursued simultaneously during the course Trying to put into evidence the fundamental and applied characteristics of all phenomena.Skills to be acquired: The students who will overtake the exam will posses knowledge on the basic phenomena governing the imaging techniques used in biology and the photonic techniques ruling commonly used bio-opto-photonic devices.
10589170 \| Artificial materials - metamaterials and plasmonics for electromagnetic applications	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The Course is aimed to provide the general electromagnetic theory of artificial materials, metamaterials and plasmonic structures, of considerable importance in many recent applications. CAPABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The students will be able to model from the electromagnetic point of view, and to simulate the relevant behaviour using numerical techniques, some materials of particular interest in the applications. MAKING AUTONOMOUS JUDGEMENTS. To be able to formulate a proper evaluation relevant to the Course topics and their importance in the applications. To be able to collect and critically evaluate additional information to achieve a greater awareness of the Course topics. COMMUNICATE SKILLS. To be able to describe the Course topics. To be able to communicate the knowledge acquired on the Course topics. LEARNING SKILLS. Key instruments extensively used for their physical intuition and representative generality are the constitutive relations, the homogenization concept and the equivalent-circuit representations.
10606062 \| Laboratory of Electrorheology	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course introduces the basic principles of rheology and rheometry, both in rotational and oscillatory regime, with a special emphasis on smart fluid, in particular Electro-Rheological ones. By the end of the course the student will be able to: - Understand and apply mathematical models underlying the flow behavior of both an ideally viscous and visco-elastc fluid; - Differentiate fluids, based on their rheological behavior; - Design and conduct rheometric measurement on materials showing various rheological behavior; - Understand potential applications of smart fluids in industry; - Analyze and interpret experimental tests, based on raw data analysis; - Develop and apply predictive models though software data processing (Matlab).
1041744 \| Optoelectronics	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides a consistent knowledge of phenomena, materials, devices and optoelectronic techniques related to the generation, detection and processing of optical signals.
10589519 \| Electromagnetic Fields and Nanosystems for Biomedical Applications	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The objectives of the course are linked to the knowledge and use of electromagnetic fields for the design of applications and technologies that have medical uses in the order of magnitude of nanometers (1-100nm).
1019528 \| MICROELETTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMS	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives GENERAL GOALS The course intends to provide to the student the tools for the understanding, the analysis of the working principles, the manufacturing technologies, and the performance of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). SPECIFIC GOALS The student acquires knowledge related to miniaturization strategies of microelectromechanical systems, the impact on geometries and physics, the technological solutions for its fabrication. Examples will be provided, for different categories, from first prototypes to state-of-the-art systems, from ideas in scientific papers to solutions on the market. Materials, working principles, fabrication and packaging strategies will be examined for various devices currently employed in daily life. • Knowledge and understanding: Thorough knowledge of the main systems built with microelectromechanical components, with reference to the physical principles of operation of the single components and the manufacturing techniques. • Applying knowledge and understanding: Capability to analyse and compare the state-of-the-art microelectromechanical systems design and their use in diverse modern-day applications. • Making judgements: Ability to choose, compare and design state-of-the-art microelectromechanical systems. • Communication skills: ability to describe, analyse and compare state-of-the-art microelectromechanical systems. • Learning skills: leaning abilities suitable for working environments where design, prototyping and performance analysis of microelectromechanical systems take place.
10589412 \| Nanoelectronic Innovative Sensing Devices	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives In the scenario of the evolution of nanoelectronics, the More Than Moore strategy today is the true alternative to the More Moore strategy of gate miniaturization. That new paradigm foresees that the number of functionalities integrated in a package, rather than the number of gates integrated in a chip, will increase in time. Therefore, the More Than Moore strategy will take advantage of the evolution of nanotechnologies in the different fields of mechanics, chemistry, optoelectronics, fluidics,… and exploits the big potentialities of integrated sensors to the capabilities of nanoelectronics and of ICT, in general. Within this frame, the class of Nanoelectronic Innovative Sensing Devices focusses onto the study of multifunctional devices based on the integration and convergence of nanoelectronics technologies and miniaturized sensors. It aims to give to students the tools to design autonomously an integrated sensing system devoted to specific application. Students will be also helped in the management of interface of the pure electronic and pure communication system with the sensing components, with particular reference to the problems related to energy management, harvesting and scavenging/ In the past years, students designed and realized prototypal systems using commercial boards, as, for example: systems for detecting water loss in domestic pipelines; system for continuous monitoring breath disorders babies in cribs, system for monitoring out-door pipe vibrations.
1021841 \| PHOTONIC MICROSYSTEMS	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives GENERAL The course intends to provide to the student the tools for the understanding, the manufacturing techniques and the performance of systems and microsystems based on optoelectronic and photonic components. SPECIFIC • Knowledge and understanding: Thorough knowledge of the main systems built with optoelectronic and photonic components, with particular reference to the physical principles of operation of the single components and the manufacturing techniques. • Applying knowledge and understanding: Capability to analyze and compare the up to date photonic systems design and their use in sensor’s application and image processing. • Making judgements: Ability to choose, compare and design state-of-the-art photonic systems. • Communication skills: Capability, analysis and comparison of state-of-the-art photonic systems. • Learning skills: Ability to learn for insertion in work contexts of design, acquisition and comparison of photonic systems.
10589367 \| Synthesis and characterization of bio-nano-materials	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course aims to describe innovative approaches in the phenomenological modeling of complex systems such as biological growth, bioadsorption and electrodeposition of nanoparticles. For this purpose, case studies relating to research activities are theoretically described as a starting point for the elaboration of advanced structured models (for cell growth and bioproductions) and mechanistic models (for equilibrium and dynamics) for bioadsorption and electrodeposition of particles . The course provides the basics to use analytical tools (such as spectrophotometers, chromatographs, potentiostats) useful for the characterization of systems related to bioproduction, bioadsorption and electrodeposition of nanoparticles. The course provides the student with the theoretical skills that allow the application of experimental design and statistical analysis of data. The course is a multi-level training course in which themes of industrial and environmental biotechnology (microalgal cultivation and bioadsorption of heavy metals) and nanotechnology (electrodeposition of metal nanoparticles) are initially exposed in theoretical terms, highlighting the relationships between the operating factors that can be varied in a process or in a laboratory experiment and the characteristic variables of the system (microalgal growth and productivity of specific biocomponents for microalgae; distribution of metals for bioadsorption at equilibrium; phenomena operating in the electrocrystallization of metals). The themes are not addressed only in descriptive terms but also by introducing mathematical models of increasing complexity (balanced growth models and structured models for microalgae; empirical and mechanistic models for the description of the distribution of equilibrium in bioadsorption; semi-empirical and phenomenological models for the description of current transients in electrodeposition) and performing computer exercises for the non-linear regression of the parameters of models of different complexity (representation of adsorbing properties by empirical models, representation of the acid-base properties of a bioadsorbent by means of continuous mechanistic models; growth transients) . In the description of the modeling, particular emphasis is given to the experimental characterization of the systems as a constraint and guide in choosing the parameters of the more complex models. In this context, the fundamentals of some analytical techniques are explained (potentiometry, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, molecular spectroscopy, gas chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography, flow cytometry) necessary for the determination of the representative variables of the state of the proposed systems (functional groups with properties acid based on a biomass, equilibrium distribution of a metal in a suspension of bioadsorbent, determination of microalgal growth and the content of specific components such as lipids, carbohydrates and carotenoids during a bioproduction; interaction between microalgal microorganisms and bacteria). Statistical inference techniques for data are introduced in the final phase of the lessons (hypothesis tests, confidence intervals, analysis of variance, linear regression and regression analysis for calibration). Dublin descriptor 1: students at the end of the course acquired knowledge about - factors influencing microalgal biological growths and the specific production of some biocomponents (lipids, starch, carotenoids) and factors influencing the bioadsorption of metals - models for the representation of microalgal growth and production of biocomponents and models for the representation of the distribution at equilibrium of species loaded on biomass - fundamentals of techniques of potentiometry, atomic spectrophotometry, UVVis and IR spectroscopy, high performance liquid chromatography - fundamental notions of experimental design techniques (factorial experimentation) and statistical analysis of data (hypothesis tests, confidence intervals, analysis of variance and regression analysis)
Lab of synthesis and characterization of bio-nano-materials	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The course provides the tools to carry out biophase and nanoparticle characterizations as fundamental elements for the development and validation of advanced models. The objective is achieved by carrying out laboratory experiences in which various instruments (atomic absorption and visible UV spectrophotometers, high performance liquid chromatograph, optical microscope, potentiostat) are used to characterize different systems. The collected experimental data are processed by statistical analysis and used in the development of advanced models for case studies according to the approach highlighted in theory. Dublin descriptor 2: upon completion of the course the student knows - prepare suspensions of solids and solutions for dilution and weighing using pipettes, volumetric flasks, analytical balances - use the laboratory instruments used in the experiences such as pH meter, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, visible UV spectrophotometer, HPLC chromatograph at basic level (calibration and analysis start commands on dedicated software) - perform statistical analysis relating to hypothesis tests for averages and variances, calculation of confidence intervals, analysis of variance, regression analysis for univariate linear models Dublin descriptor 3: the student acquires critical judgment skills in relation to the significance of an operational factor on the variable studied on the one hand by testing the inevitability of the experimental error during the collection of data in laboratory experiences, on the other in the phase drafting of the final report in which it is requested to use statistical tools for the analysis of the data collected. Dublin 4 descriptor: the student acquires the ability in communication by dedicating himself to the elaboration and presentation of a report that reports the experimental details and the analysis and processing of the experimental data collected during the laboratory exercises.
Innovative applications of bio-nano-materials and modeling	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The course aims to describe different approaches to modeling phenomena of complex chemical and biological systems. For this purpose, the course describes feasible strategies to develop advanced models capable of representing an optimal compromise between theoretical description of phenomena under consideration and empirical information obtainable from experimental data. The course will describe in particular some case studies: the production of biomolecules through cell growth (structured and unstructured models), the description of biosorption phenomena through mechanistic models (equilibrium and dynamics) and the synthesis of nanomaterials through electrochemical methods and chemical precipitation. The course provides the basic notions to identify the appropriate ways to get qualitative and quantitative experimental data using commonly used analytical tools (such as spectrophotometers and chromatographs), with a greater level of detail as regards the characterization of the systems of the examined case studies. The course provides basic notions to perform the synthesis and characterization of bioproducts and nanomaterials in laboratory. The course provides a theoretical background that allows the application of experimental design and statistical data analysis tools. The course is a multi-level course in which issues of industrial and environmental biotechnology (microbial cultivation and biosorption of heavy metals) and nanotechnologies (electrodeposition and precipitation of metal-containing nanoparticles) are faced at different levels. The phenomena under consideration will be described in theoretical terms, highlighting the relationships between the operational factors that can be varied in a process, or in a laboratory experiment, and the characteristic variables of the system (growth of microorganisms and productivity of specific biomolecules; distribution at equilibrium of metals during biosorption; phenomena operating in electrocrystallization and metal precipitation). The issues are not just described in descriptive terms but also by introducing mathematical modeling of increasing complexity (models of balanced microbial growth and structured models; empirical and mechanistic models for the description of the equilibrium distribution of metals in biosorption). A part of the teaching activity will include computer exercises in order to learn how to evaluate the ability of the studied models to describe the experimental data through linear and non-linear regression and to determine model parameters of models with different complexity (representation of adsorbent properties by empirical models, representation of acid-base properties of a biosorbent by continuous mechanistic models; microbial growth transients in batches). In the description of the modeling, particular emphasis is given to the experimental characterization of the studied systems, as a constraint and guide in the choice of the parameters for more complex models. In this context, the fundamentals of some analytical techniques are explained (titrations, potentiometry, atomic absorption spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, gas chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography, flow cytometry). The techniques described are necessary for the determination of the variables representative of the state of the studied systems (functional groups of biomass with acid-base properties, equilibrium repartition of a metal in a biosorbent suspension, determination of microbial growth and synthesis of specific components such as lipids, polysaccharides and proteins; competitive interaction between different microorganisms related to the different synthesis capacity of bioproducts). Techniques of statistical inference for data analysis are introduced in the final phase of the course (hypothesis tests, confidence intervals, linear regression and analysis of variance). Dublin Descriptor 1: Upon completion of the course, students have acquired knowledge of: - main factors influencing the biological growth of microorganisms and the specific productions of some biocomponents (lipids, carbohydrates, proteins) and factors influencing the biosorption of metals. - models for the representation of microbial growth (with particular focus on microalgae) and production of cellular biocomponents and models for the representation of the solid-liquid equilibrium distribution of species adsorbed on biomass. - Principles of microbial bioproduction techniques, potentiometric titrations, flow cytometry, atomic spectroscopy, UV-Vis and IR spectroscopy, high performance gas and liquid chromatography. - Principles of statistical data analysis techniques (hypothesis tests, confidence intervals, analysis of variance and regression). - Ability to carry out some basic practical laboratory activities such as preparation of solutions, start-up and monitoring of experiments of moderate complexity, monitoring of microbial cultures and production and characterization of biomolecules by means of spectrophotometric and chromatographic analyses.
10589356 \| Production and characterization of nanocomposite materials	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures and lab activities will provide an advanced knowledge in the field of surface engineering and they will be focused on manufacturing and characterization of nanocomposite coatings. The course aims at different goals: - Introduction to the main deposition techniques for nanocomposite coatings; - Introduction to lab facilities for electroplating and electroless deposition techniques; - Deepening the understanding of relationship among process parameters, microstructure/morphology and properties of deposited coatings; - Training on chemical and laboratory safety.
Production and characterization of nanocomposite materials - coatings	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures and lab activities will provide an advanced knowledge in the field of surface engineering and they will be focused on manufacturing and characterization of nanocomposite coatings. The course aims at different goals: - Introduction to the main deposition techniques for nanocomposite coatings; - Introduction to lab facilities for electroplating and electroless deposition techniques; - Deepening the understanding of relationship among process parameters, microstructure/morphology and properties of deposited coatings; - Training on chemical and laboratory safety.
Production and characterization of nanocomposite materials - massive materials	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The present course will provide the engineering students with the fundamental principles that govern structure-processing-properties interrelationships in a variety of different materials classes from polymers to ceramics. Upon completion of this course, the engineering student will be able to: (i) understand how engineering structure, from multiple length scales, influences properties; (ii) understand how a materials’ structure can be engineered and exploited by changing processing parameters and techniques; (iii) perform multifunctional characterizations of manufactured nanostructured materials.
10589604 \| PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES OF MICRO-NANO PARTICLES AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures are focused on characterization techniques regarding mechanical, chemical and physical properties of materials. Specific techniques devoted to the study on nanostructured materials and coatings will be explained. Lab activities will be carried out on real (nanostructured/coated) samples, finally a section on data analysis and presentation will be introduced.
LABORATORY OF PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES OF MICRO-NANO PARTICLES	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The course is focused on the different methods for the synthesis of micro and nano inorganic particles (sol-gel synthesis, auto combustion synthesis, hydrothermal synthesis). The synthesis techniques will be executed in laboratory activities directly by the student with the supervision of the professor.
LABORATORY OF CHARACTERIZATION TECHNIQUES OF NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS NANOCOMPOSITES AND THIN FILMS	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives Lectures are focused on characterization techniques regarding mechanical, chemical and physical properties of materials. Specific techniques devoted to the study on nanostructured materials and coatings will be explained. Lab activities will be carried out on real (nanostructured/coated) samples, finally a section on data analysis and presentation will be introduced.
10610965 \| EXPERIMENTAL LABORATORY OF MICROSCOPY, DIFFRACTION, SPECTROSCOPY AND TOMOGRAPHY	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives Knowing how to implement microscopy and diffraction experiments, acquiring adequate expertise in the necessary experimental procedures.
Microscopy and Diffraction techniques	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives Knowing how to implement spectroscopy and tomography experiments, acquiring adequate expertise in the necessary experimental procedures.
Spectroscopy and Tomography techniques	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives Knowing how to implement microscopy and diffraction experiments, acquiring adequate expertise in the necessary experimental procedures.
10610451 \| DYNAMIC CHARACTERIZATION OF MICRO-NANO STRUCTURES	2nd	2nd	6	ITA
Educational objectives The integrated teaching unit aims to teach the main identification techniques of the linear dynamic response of structures spatially continuous or that can be modelled as discrete mechanical systems with one or multi degrees of freedom. Students will learn and computationally implement identifying techniques of the modal properties such as, the frequency response curve, the half power peak method, the exponential decay, the Experimental Modal Analysis (EMA) and the Operational Modal Analysis (OMA). The module aims also to teach, through laboratory application sessions, the use of laser vibrometry techniques to identify the modal characteristics of micro-nano beams subject to stationary and non-stationary forcing. Students will learn the basic theoretical aspects of contact and non-contact acquisition methodologies, with a particular focus on laser vibrometry. The knowledge acquired in the previous teaching unit will then be put into practice with group projects in the laboratory, in which the calculations performed with tools implemented by the students will be compared with the experimental results acquired through advanced experimental instrumentation.
Dynamics of micro-nano structures	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The integrated teaching unit aims to teach the main identification techniques of the linear dynamic response of structures spatially continuous or that can be modelled as discrete mechanical systems with one or multi degrees of freedom. Students will learn and computationally implement identifying techniques of the modal properties such as, the frequency response curve, the half power peak method, the exponential decay, the Experimental Modal Analysis (EMA) and the Operational Modal Analysis (OMA). The module aims also to teach, through laboratory application sessions, the use of laser vibrometry techniques to identify the modal characteristics of micro-nano beams subject to stationary and non-stationary forcing. Students will learn the basic theoretical aspects of contact and non-contact acquisition methodologies, with a particular focus on laser vibrometry. The knowledge acquired in the previous teaching unit will then be put into practice with group projects in the laboratory, in which the calculations performed with tools implemented by the students will be compared with the experimental results acquired through advanced experimental instrumentation.
Laser scanning vibrometry	2nd	2nd	3	ITA
Educational objectives The integrated teaching unit aims to illustrate the theory of the linear damped and undamped oscillator forced by stationary and nonstationary loads and then extending to the study of systems with multi degrees of freedom and the modal characteristics of micro-continuous nano structures. Students will learn how to calculate the dynamic response and to perform modal analysis of micro-nano beams subject to different constraint conditions, including the cantilever and the beam clamped at both ends.
10589246 \| Sensors and electrical-electromagnetic characterization laboratory	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The main objectives of the course are: 1) Describing methods and instruments for the characterization of the electrical and electromagnetic properties of micro/nanostructured materials exploitable in different fields, from electromagnetic compatibility to sensor applications; 2) Introducing the basics of sensors and giving hands-on experience in fabrication and characterization of physical sensors using new micro/nano materials. Therefore, the course will provide the necessary background for: a) Understanding the theoretical principles of the adopted measurement methods, the operation of equipment, the area of applicability, the procedures for data acquisition and post-processing; b) The electrical/electromagnetic characterization of novel materials; c) The development of novel sensors exploitable in the field of structural health monitoring and wearable electronics. By the end of the course, students should: be able to measure the electrical/electromagnetic properties of different types of materials; be able to understand the relationship between the properties of material used for the sensor fabrication and the electromechanical response of sensor; be able to plan and follow key experimental steps in sensor development, from fabrication to characterization; be able to evaluate strength/weaknesses of different sensors; know the principles of operation and characteristics of instrumentation. These objectives will be pursued through laboratory activities and experiences.
10589349 \| LABORATORIES OF ATOMISTIC AND MICRO-NANO-FLUIDICS SIMULATIONS	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course is oriented to give the suitable tools aimed to implement and use molecular dynamics common algorithms and codes (both classical and quantum based) to sample the phase space of many-body systems either with deterministic (molecular dynamics) and random (Metropolis MonteCarlo) methods. Special attention will be devoted to data production and their critical analysis. The course is oriented only to the students who have given the “Atomistic Simulation” exam that includes all the theoretical arguments needed to attend the laboratory. Hence some important practical aspects both technical (operative systems, working environments, software tools, programming languages) and theoretical, such as the most common algorithms and programming schemes, will be discussed.
Atomistic Simulations Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course is oriented to give the suitable tools aimed to implement and use molecular dynamics common algorithms and codes (both classical and quantum based) to sample the phase space of many-body systems either with deterministic (molecular dynamics) and random (Metropolis MonteCarlo) methods. Special attention will be devoted to data production and their critical analysis. The course is oriented only to the students who have given the “Atomistic Simulation” exam that includes all the theoretical arguments needed to attend the laboratory. Hence some important practical aspects both technical (operative systems, working environments, software tools, programming languages) and theoretical, such as the most common algorithms and programming schemes, will be discussed.
Micro-Nano Fluidics Simulations Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The main purpose of the course is to transfer to the students the basic knowledge concerning the multidisciplinary topics that found the atomistic simulations. The course is focussed on the main aspects of the classical models and the principal quantum models. Numerical laboratories and exercises will help the students to develop the needed technical skills. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge on the main atomistic simulations methods and techniques used to study, from an atomistic point of view, the nano-structures and systems of interest. They will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the way the atomistic structure affects the materials properties and its relationship with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand the inner atomistic nature of some physical and chemical properties and their relations with the macroscopic properties of materials. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate the limits of the different techniques and their potentiality. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
10589354 \| Nanoelectronics Laboratory	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with an adequate training support regarding numerical simulations to the finite elements with models of electronic device literature both for R & D needs and production processes of interest for electronic nanotechnologies. During the course, adequate basic information is also provided on the main electrical characterization techniques on nanometer components integrated on wafers. In particular, the course aims to provide the master's degree in industrial nanotechnology engineering with the necessary knowledge to enable him to choose the optimal electronic nanocaracterization techniques and methodologies within the processes and procedures that he will be called to define / design in the scope of his professional profile.
Nanoelectronic device characterization	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The module provides the student with adequate training support regarding the characterization techniques of nanoelectronic components, with particular reference to the methods used in the industrial production of integrated circuits, both for R & D and production processes. Characterization methods based on electron microscopy with physico-chemical and electrical evaluations will be presented. In particular, the course aims to present the correlations between experimental results and the production process.
Nanoelectronics Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with an adequate training support regarding numerical simulations to the finite elements with models of electronic device literature both for R & D needs and production processes of interest for electronic nanotechnologies. During the course, adequate basic information is also provided on the main electrical characterization techniques on nanometer components integrated on wafers. In particular, the course aims to provide the master's degree in industrial nanotechnology engineering with the necessary knowledge to enable him to choose the optimal electronic nanocaracterization techniques and methodologies within the processes and procedures that he will be called to define / design in the scope of his professional profile.
1041743 \| TRANSPORT PHENOMENA IN MICROSYSTEMS AND MICRO-NANO REACTIVE DEVICES	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The basic units of a microfluidic circuit are analyzed, namely micromixers, micro heat exchangers, and separation units. Background on the constitutive relationships governing molecular transport of momentum, mass and energy, and their use in local and macroscopic balances constitute the incipit of the course. Emphasis is focused on the interaction between mass and momentum transport and externally imposed electromagnetic fields (electroosmotic and magnetohydrodynamic pumps). Analytical solutions derived for simple geometries are used as a paradigm to orient the design of real world devices, the performance of which is established through commercial software.
1041749 \| LASER FUNDAMENTALS	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives Leading the student to the clearcomprehension of the ligth matter interaction in the optical frequency range. Providing physical understanding of the mechanisms by which is possible to realize miniaturized laser sources. Ability to correctly formulate a model to projcet and realize laser sources at the nanoscale.

The student must acquire 9 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
10610817 \| MICRO-NANO INTEGRATED ELECTRONIC DEVICES	2nd	1st	9	ITA
Educational objectives The student acquires notions relating, on one hand, to the miniaturization strategies of compatible CMOS components according to Moore's law and, on the other hand, to alternative solutions to the conventional transistor identified in the last 30 years by semiconductor industries. The student virtually performs a journey inside the integrated circuit, opening it and discovering its materials, every technological detail, its criticalities and its strengths. The student learns about the meaning of the word "reliability" and the enormous importance that today this aspect has in the design of new architectures, new materials and new devices. At a methodological level, the student learns to critically evaluate problems and solutions in the compromise between performance, cost and reliability. Every year there are some seminars, where people from different semiconductor industries are involved and will talk about the topics of the course that are currently the core business of the Companies. These seminars aim to open our eyes to the semiconductor market and to offers for internships, degree thesis and structured positions.
10610449 \| FABRICATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NANOSTRUCTURES AND LOW DIMENSIONAL SYSTEMS	2nd	1st	9	ITA
Educational objectives Physical effects due to dimension reduction (from 3D to 2D, 1D and 0D) on the structural, electronic and magnetic properties of materials. - New architectures at the nanoscale, present and perspective applications - Nanostructures and new low-dimensional materials for the energy storage (hydrogen, alkali metals, etc.). A - Knowledge and understanding OF 1) Knowledge of basic techniques and of their theoretical foundation OF 2) To be able to conceive an experiment B - Application skills OF 3) Knowing how to interpret, analyze and discuss data C - Autonomy of judgment OF 4) To be able to integrate the acquired knowledge in order to apply them in the more general context within any specific curricular area D - Communication skills OF 5) Capability to communicate with experts on scientific results and strategies E - Ability to learn OF 6) To be able to read independently scientific texts and articles.
Fabrication and characterization of nanostructures	2nd	1st	3	ITA
Educational objectives Physical effects due to dimension reduction (from 3D to 2D, 1D and 0D) on the structural, electronic and magnetic properties of materials. - New architectures at the nanoscale, present and perspective applications - Nanostructures and new low-dimensional materials for the energy storage (hydrogen, alkali metals, etc.). A - Knowledge and understanding OF 1) Knowledge of basic techniques and of their theoretical foundation OF 2) To be able to conceive an experiment B - Application skills OF 3) Knowing how to interpret, analyze and discuss data C - Autonomy of judgment OF 4) To be able to integrate the acquired knowledge in order to apply them in the more general context within any specific curricular area D - Communication skills OF 5) Capability to communicate with experts on scientific results and strategies E - Ability to learn OF 6) To be able to read independently scientific texts and articles.
Low dimensional systems	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives Apprendimento di nuove metodiche sperimentali per la crescita di nanostrutture e sistemi a bassa dimensione (PVD, CVD, MBE, SAM) attraverso studio della crescita di nano-strutture esemplari e per la loro caratterizzazione (microscopie, spettroscopie, diffrazione) – Crescita e caratterizzazione di nuove architetture su scala nanometrica, applicazioni attuali e in prospettiva per l’accumulo sostenibile dell'energia (idrogeno, metalli alcalini, etc.). New experimental techniques and models for the growth of nanostructures and low-dimensional systems (PVD, CVD, MBE, SAM) through the study of the growth of exemplary nano-structures, and characterization techniques of nanostructures (microscopies, spectroscopies, diffraction) – Growth and characterization of new architectures at the nanoscale, present and perspective applications for the energy storage (hydrogen, alkali metals, etc.). A - Knowledge and understanding OF 1) Knowledge of basic techniques and of their theoretical foundation OF 2) To be able to conceive an experiment B - Application skills OF 3) Knowing how to interpret, analyze and discuss data C - Autonomy of judgment OF 4) To be able to integrate the acquired knowledge in order to apply them in the more general context within any specific curricular area D - Communication skills OF 5) Capability to communicate with experts on scientific results and strategies E - Ability to learn OF 6) To be able to read independently scientific texts and articles.
10610523 \| CHEMICAL TECHNIQUES AND INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES FOR THE PRODUCTION OF MICRO- AND NANOMATERIALS	2nd	1st	9	ITA
Educational objectives The course of CHEMICAL TECHNIQUES FOR SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION aims to provide students with an insight into the most common synthesis techniques for the preparation and characterization of nanostructured particles on a laboratory scale. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and ability to understand (I Dublin Descriptor) At the end of the course, the students will know the most common techniques for the preparation and characterization of metallic, non-metallic, organic and inorganic solid compounds. They will be able to understand which components are needed to control the shape and size of nanostructures. Therefore, they will be aware of the connections between general Chemistry and Chemistry applied to nanotechnologies and the evolution dynamism of Chemistry applied to nanotechnologies. Applied knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the students will have developed the ability to understand the relationship between structure and properties of some particular substances. Making judgments (descriptor III) At the end of the course the students will have the tools to critically evaluate the conditions for obtaining and characterizing certain types of materials through chemical methods and to predict some chemical- physical properties. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the students must have developed a good property of technical-scientific language peculiar of the course field, and must be able to communicate their knowledge in a clear and logical way. Ability to learn (descriptor V) At the end of the course the students must have developed a learning ability allowing them to study and deepen independently new synthetic methodologies or synthetic methodologies applied to other types of materials.
Industrial processes for micro- and nanoparticles production	2nd	1st	3	ITA
Educational objectives The course of CHEMICAL TECHNIQUES FOR SYNTHESIS AND CHARACTERIZATION aims to provide students with an insight into the most common synthesis techniques for the preparation and characterization of nanostructured particles on a laboratory scale. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and ability to understand (I Dublin Descriptor) At the end of the course, the students will know the most common techniques for the preparation and characterization of metallic, non-metallic, organic and inorganic solid compounds. They will be able to understand which components are needed to control the shape and size of nanostructures. Therefore, they will be aware of the connections between general Chemistry and Chemistry applied to nanotechnologies and the evolution dynamism of Chemistry applied to nanotechnologies. Applied knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the students will have developed the ability to understand the relationship between structure and properties of some particular substances. Making judgments (descriptor III) At the end of the course the students will have the tools to critically evaluate the conditions for obtaining and characterizing certain types of materials through chemical methods and to predict some chemical- physical properties. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the students must have developed a good property of technical-scientific language peculiar of the course field, and must be able to communicate their knowledge in a clear and logical way. Ability to learn (descriptor V) At the end of the course the students must have developed a learning ability allowing them to study and deepen independently new synthetic methodologies or synthetic methodologies applied to other types of materials.
Chemical techniques for nanostructures synthesis and characterization	2nd	1st	6	ITA
Educational objectives The course of PROCESSI INDUSTRIALI PER LA PRODUZIONE DI MICRO E NANO PARTICELLE aims to provide students with an in-depth study of the criteria and methodologies that leads to the selection, design and production of industrial equipment useful for the production of solid particles, with controlled characteristics, shape, solid phase and dimensional distributions. The course includes the study of the fundamental aspects of crystallization, chemical precipitation and membrane technologies. After this, several post-treatment processes of the produced primary particles will be discussed, such as hydrothermal processes and sintering. Finally, the fundamentals of the "process intensification" and single equipment for the industrial production of the particles will be presented, in order to combine them in integrated production processes, with a quick reference to process control. At the end of the course the students will have acquired the knowledge of the available technologies and the capacity to choose the most suitable ones for the industrial production of micro- and nanoparticles.

The student must acquire 12 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
10589300 \| Macromolecular Structures	1st	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives Students will learn the fundamentals of cellular and molecular biology, with particular reference to the energetic and biochemical mechanisms that underlie the functioning of macromolecules. Therefore, they will learn how a cell is made and how it works and what are the molecules that determine its structure, function and replication. In particular, the students will learn the properties of the molecular components of cells, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other biomolecules. They also will learn about the most important classes of proteins such as enzymes, antibodies, receptors and transporters and will acquire a clear view of the main metabolic processes governing the origin and functioning of life. In addition, the students will develop the ability to appropriately use the technical jargon of biology/biochemistry.
1042012 \| OPTICS	1st	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course aims to introduce the physics of light and electromagnetic waves and their technological application. Starting from Maxwell's equations, the course introduces electromagnetic waves and their solutions in terms of plane or spherical waves. Particular attention is given to the interpretation of the refractive index in a microscopic key, as an active and reactive interaction of the polarization dipoles with the electromagnetic field. This approach aims to explain the slowing down of light in media, giving the cultural tools to understand all linear and nonlinear interaction effects between light and materials. The course will therefore analyze the reflection and refraction of light and all associated phenomena, a fundamental part for understanding both how the different optical devices currently used (mirrors, lenses, complex optical systems, optical fibers) act. The course also introduces issues related to solar panels and the conversion of solar energy. The wavy aspects of light will be analyzed both in relation to interference and optical resonators, and in relation to diffraction, introducing the Huygens-Fresnel principle and its applications in the near and far fields. These studies will allow to introduce the basic concepts of nano-optics and associated simulation techniques. The final part of the course will introduce nonlinear materials and associated phenomena. The nonlinear view of the second and third order will be discussed. Particular attention will be paid to second order phenomena both of a catalytic nature (generation of second harmonic and generation of harmonic difference) and of refractive nature (Kerr effect and photorefractivity). By exploiting photorefractive nonlinearities it will be shown how neuromorphic circuits can be produced whose response has a similar behavior to biological neurons. These neural circuits are able to recognize optically coded information (machine learning) and memorize it (RAM and ROM memories). Neuromorphic circuits are the fundamental elements for building a hardware Photonic Artificial Intelligence.
10589161 \| Principles of Biochemical Engineering	1st	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with the qualitative and quantitative tools for understanding subcellular processes and / or involving microorganisms. Inoltrefornisce the biochemical basis and kinetics necessary for the characterization of enzymatic processes of genetic regulation and growth of microorganisms and cell lines and their quantitative description
1041742 \| BIOPHOTONICS LABORATORY	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course is devoted to students who are interested in the application of novel photonic techniques for the fabrication integrated devices used in the life sciences field. The course has three principal aims: • To give a theoretical description of the basic phenomena governing the interaction of organic molecules and light, increasing the background knowledge that students acquired duoirng their basic physics courses; • To show laboratory demonstrations of such phenomena by means of specifically prepared experiments, so as to put students in contact with the standard equipment used in optics and phtonics laboratories; • To describe the principal techniques and the devices commonly used for the advanced study of biological systems. The three aims will be pursued simultaneously during the course Trying to put into evidence the fundamental and applied characteristics of all phenomena.Skills to be acquired: The students who will overtake the exam will posses knowledge on the basic phenomena governing the imaging techniques used in biology and the photonic techniques ruling commonly used bio-opto-photonic devices.
10606062 \| Laboratory of Electrorheology	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course introduces the basic principles of rheology and rheometry, both in rotational and oscillatory regime, with a special emphasis on smart fluid, in particular Electro-Rheological ones. By the end of the course the student will be able to: - Understand and apply mathematical models underlying the flow behavior of both an ideally viscous and visco-elastc fluid; - Differentiate fluids, based on their rheological behavior; - Design and conduct rheometric measurement on materials showing various rheological behavior; - Understand potential applications of smart fluids in industry; - Analyze and interpret experimental tests, based on raw data analysis; - Develop and apply predictive models though software data processing (Matlab).
10589519 \| Electromagnetic Fields and Nanosystems for Biomedical Applications	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The objectives of the course are linked to the knowledge and use of electromagnetic fields for the design of applications and technologies that have medical uses in the order of magnitude of nanometers (1-100nm).
10592711 \| Dynamics of Micro-Mechatronic Systems	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides theoretical elements for the study of kinematics and dynamics of rigid bodies, the mechanics of vibration of discrete and continuous systems, the analysis of deterministic and random signals in order to allow the student the correct design of micro-machines and micro-devices.
1051927 \| Molecular Dynamics and Atomistic Simulations	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The main objective of this module is to introduce the students to the basic concepts of the statistical physics and its application in nano-science. Monte Carlo techniques will be studied as a random method to sample the statistical phase space and predict the measured values of the main observables.
Statistical mechanics and Monte Carlo techniques	2nd	1st	3	ENG
Educational objectives This module is aimed to illustrate the deterministic methods, based on the integration of the canonical equations of motion, employed to sample the statistical phase space. The main observables will be examined, both configurational and dynamical and special attention will be devoted to the techniques needed for sampling the canonical ensemble and to the most common force fields for both hard and soft matter.
Classical MD	2nd	1st	3	ENG
Educational objectives The main objective of this module is to introduce the students to the basic concepts of the statistical physics and its application in nano-science. Monte Carlo techniques will be studied as a random method to sample the statistical phase space and predict the measured values of the main observables.
10592628 \| NANOBIOTECHNOLOGY	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives Aim of this course is getting to know the technologies to produce biocompatible nanomentric particles by using highly sustainable and maximally green processes which mainly resort to using naturally-sourced biological matrices. The student will learn: 1. The main classes of biological substances, 2. The methodologies for obtaining these substances from natural biomass, 3. the methodologies for producing functional nanoparticulate from each of these classes of substances, 5. The main processes and equipment that implement these production processes. The student will also learn the main problems of biomedical and cosmetic use of nanotechnologies. The student who will exhibit a regular attendance of the course will be able to participate in group work intended to develop and strengthen soft skills such as: the ability to work in a group, the ability to dialogue with colleagues from different backgrounds,the ability to write a scientific/technical report and the ability to present one's work.
10589246 \| Sensors and electrical-electromagnetic characterization laboratory	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The main objectives of the course are: 1) Describing methods and instruments for the characterization of the electrical and electromagnetic properties of micro/nanostructured materials exploitable in different fields, from electromagnetic compatibility to sensor applications; 2) Introducing the basics of sensors and giving hands-on experience in fabrication and characterization of physical sensors using new micro/nano materials. Therefore, the course will provide the necessary background for: a) Understanding the theoretical principles of the adopted measurement methods, the operation of equipment, the area of applicability, the procedures for data acquisition and post-processing; b) The electrical/electromagnetic characterization of novel materials; c) The development of novel sensors exploitable in the field of structural health monitoring and wearable electronics. By the end of the course, students should: be able to measure the electrical/electromagnetic properties of different types of materials; be able to understand the relationship between the properties of material used for the sensor fabrication and the electromechanical response of sensor; be able to plan and follow key experimental steps in sensor development, from fabrication to characterization; be able to evaluate strength/weaknesses of different sensors; know the principles of operation and characteristics of instrumentation. These objectives will be pursued through laboratory activities and experiences.
10589349 \| LABORATORIES OF ATOMISTIC AND MICRO-NANO-FLUIDICS SIMULATIONS	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course is oriented to give the suitable tools aimed to implement and use molecular dynamics common algorithms and codes (both classical and quantum based) to sample the phase space of many-body systems either with deterministic (molecular dynamics) and random (Metropolis MonteCarlo) methods. Special attention will be devoted to data production and their critical analysis. The course is oriented only to the students who have given the “Atomistic Simulation” exam that includes all the theoretical arguments needed to attend the laboratory. Hence some important practical aspects both technical (operative systems, working environments, software tools, programming languages) and theoretical, such as the most common algorithms and programming schemes, will be discussed.
Atomistic Simulations Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course is oriented to give the suitable tools aimed to implement and use molecular dynamics common algorithms and codes (both classical and quantum based) to sample the phase space of many-body systems either with deterministic (molecular dynamics) and random (Metropolis MonteCarlo) methods. Special attention will be devoted to data production and their critical analysis. The course is oriented only to the students who have given the “Atomistic Simulation” exam that includes all the theoretical arguments needed to attend the laboratory. Hence some important practical aspects both technical (operative systems, working environments, software tools, programming languages) and theoretical, such as the most common algorithms and programming schemes, will be discussed.
Micro-Nano Fluidics Simulations Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The main purpose of the course is to transfer to the students the basic knowledge concerning the multidisciplinary topics that found the atomistic simulations. The course is focussed on the main aspects of the classical models and the principal quantum models. Numerical laboratories and exercises will help the students to develop the needed technical skills. Expected learning outcomes: Knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) At the end of the course the student will have the basic knowledge on the main atomistic simulations methods and techniques used to study, from an atomistic point of view, the nano-structures and systems of interest. They will then be able to understand the environment that surrounds it from the point of view of its microscopic and macroscopic structure. He will also be aware of the way the atomistic structure affects the materials properties and its relationship with other scientific disciplines and the need for continuous updating on the state of the art, due to the continuous progress of scientific knowledge and technology. Applying knowledge and understanding (descriptor II) At the end of the course of study the student will have developed the ability to understand the inner atomistic nature of some physical and chemical properties and their relations with the macroscopic properties of materials. Making judgements (descriptor III) At the end of the course the student will have to possess the tools to critically evaluate the limits of the different techniques and their potentiality. Communication skills (descriptor IV) At the end of the course the student must have acquired a good language property, especially with regards to a specific scientific terminology, so as to be able to clearly communicate their knowledge and conclusions to an audience composed from people with (or without) expertise in the field. Learning skills (descriptor V) At the end of the course the student must have developed a learning ability that will allow him to study and deepen the chemical aspects related to the field of nanotechnology in an autonomous way.
10589354 \| Nanoelectronics Laboratory	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with an adequate training support regarding numerical simulations to the finite elements with models of electronic device literature both for R & D needs and production processes of interest for electronic nanotechnologies. During the course, adequate basic information is also provided on the main electrical characterization techniques on nanometer components integrated on wafers. In particular, the course aims to provide the master's degree in industrial nanotechnology engineering with the necessary knowledge to enable him to choose the optimal electronic nanocaracterization techniques and methodologies within the processes and procedures that he will be called to define / design in the scope of his professional profile.
Nanoelectronic device characterization	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The module provides the student with adequate training support regarding the characterization techniques of nanoelectronic components, with particular reference to the methods used in the industrial production of integrated circuits, both for R & D and production processes. Characterization methods based on electron microscopy with physico-chemical and electrical evaluations will be presented. In particular, the course aims to present the correlations between experimental results and the production process.
Nanoelectronics Laboratory	2nd	2nd	3	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides the student with an adequate training support regarding numerical simulations to the finite elements with models of electronic device literature both for R & D needs and production processes of interest for electronic nanotechnologies. During the course, adequate basic information is also provided on the main electrical characterization techniques on nanometer components integrated on wafers. In particular, the course aims to provide the master's degree in industrial nanotechnology engineering with the necessary knowledge to enable him to choose the optimal electronic nanocaracterization techniques and methodologies within the processes and procedures that he will be called to define / design in the scope of his professional profile.
1041749 \| LASER FUNDAMENTALS	2nd	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives Leading the student to the clearcomprehension of the ligth matter interaction in the optical frequency range. Providing physical understanding of the mechanisms by which is possible to realize miniaturized laser sources. Ability to correctly formulate a model to projcet and realize laser sources at the nanoscale.

The student must acquire 6 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
1041743 \| TRANSPORT PHENOMENA IN MICROSYSTEMS AND MICRO-NANO REACTIVE DEVICES	1st	2nd	6	ENG
Educational objectives The basic units of a microfluidic circuit are analyzed, namely micromixers, micro heat exchangers, and separation units. Background on the constitutive relationships governing molecular transport of momentum, mass and energy, and their use in local and macroscopic balances constitute the incipit of the course. Emphasis is focused on the interaction between mass and momentum transport and externally imposed electromagnetic fields (electroosmotic and magnetohydrodynamic pumps). Analytical solutions derived for simple geometries are used as a paradigm to orient the design of real world devices, the performance of which is established through commercial software.
10610455 \| PHYSICAL METALLURGY OF INNOVATIVE NANO-STRUCTURED MATERIALS	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course proposes as objectives to 1. Understand the unique properties and behaviors of nanostructured materials. 2. Explore the fundamental principles of physical metallurgy relevant to nanomaterials. 3. Acquire the ability to synthesize techniques and processing methods applicable to nanostructured materials. 4. Develop skills in characterizing nanostructured materials using advanced techniques. 5. Explore the applications and potential impact of nanostructured materials in various industrial settings.
10610454 \| ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING AND LASER TEXTURING	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The objective of the course is to provide students with knowledge on: unconventional processes that allow to operate on the structural modification of surfaces or on the generation of complex surface structures, both on a micro and nano scale; additive manufacturing technologies applied to complex shape. The main manufacturing processes will be identified among those of main industrial interest in order to allow students: (i) to acquire knowledge on the thermal, chemical and mechanical mechanisms, (ii) to acquire knowledge on the performance of the manufactured parts, (iii) to make considerations about economic, performance and technological aspects, (iv) gain knowledge and abilities to design a component fabrication by means of the necessary additive manufacturing steps.

The student must acquire 6 CFU from the following exams

Lesson	Year	Semester	CFU	Language
10610453 \| SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives Comprehension of the physical models describing the operation of basic semiconductor devices. Development of suitable methodological approaches for the analysis of the operation of semiconductor devices. Understanding of the manufacturing technology of integrated devices, of its evolution, its main limits and its future trends.
10589170 \| Artificial materials - metamaterials and plasmonics for electromagnetic applications	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The Course is aimed to provide the general electromagnetic theory of artificial materials, metamaterials and plasmonic structures, of considerable importance in many recent applications. CAPABILITY TO APPLY KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING. The students will be able to model from the electromagnetic point of view, and to simulate the relevant behaviour using numerical techniques, some materials of particular interest in the applications. MAKING AUTONOMOUS JUDGEMENTS. To be able to formulate a proper evaluation relevant to the Course topics and their importance in the applications. To be able to collect and critically evaluate additional information to achieve a greater awareness of the Course topics. COMMUNICATE SKILLS. To be able to describe the Course topics. To be able to communicate the knowledge acquired on the Course topics. LEARNING SKILLS. Key instruments extensively used for their physical intuition and representative generality are the constitutive relations, the homogenization concept and the equivalent-circuit representations.
1041744 \| Optoelectronics	2nd	1st	6	ENG
Educational objectives The course provides a consistent knowledge of phenomena, materials, devices and optoelectronic techniques related to the generation, detection and processing of optical signals.