Interim Chemistry and Biochemistry W62 Scanning Probe Microscopy. This microscopy technique is used in a variety of disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, geology, and engineering. This course examines the theory behind the different modes of imaging in scanning tunneling microscopy and atomic force microscopy, and it provides hands-on experience in using the scanning probe microscope. A major portion of the course consists of an independent project using the instrument.
Students have a choice of a project related to their own major.
Since time-sharing is critical in the success of the project, students are required to sign up for instrument time outside of class hours. Evaluation is based on the independent project and a class presentation of a journal article relating to the subject matter. Students in any of the sciences and engineering fields are welcome to enroll in the course. Ms. K. Muyskens, Mr. K. Sinniah. W80 Environmental Chemistry.