How to Apply | Nanotechnology

Admissions

The certificate program is open to:

current Michigan Tech graduate students who are in a degree program
non-degree seeking students interested in obtaining a graduate certificate
international students who wish to enter a degree granting program

See the ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS in the sidebar for certificate admissions details.

Curriculum

A total of 15 credits are required for this certificate. Students must earn a grade of B or higher in each of the courses counting toward the certificate. A maximum of 6 credits is allowed in courses at the 3000- and 4000- levels. At least 6 credits, not counting SS 5820, must be from outside the student’s home department.

Required Course Work (A)

At least one course must be selected from the following list. These courses can also satisfy the requirement that electives must be selected in three topical areas. If BL 5035 is selected, then BL 5042 or BL 5062 must also be taken.

Required Course Work (B)

BL 5035 - Bioimaging

Current concepts in light and electron microscopy and scanning probe techniques. Theory and practice of fluorescence (including confocal and multi-photon), atomic force, scanning and transmission electron, and video microscopy as applied to biological specimens with an emphasis on sample preparation. Emphasis will be placed on application of advanced techniques. Half semester course.

Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-4-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, in even years
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

MEEM 5130 - Nanoscale Science and Technology

The course covers fundamentals of nanoscience (synthesis, properties, characterization) and recent technological advances in renewable energy, biotechnology, and nanodevices. This course is appropriate for students with backgrounds in mechanical engineering, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, civil engineering, and physics.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Spring
Pre-Requisite(s): MEEM 4901(C) or ENT 4950(C) or Graduate Status >= 1

MEEM 5640 - Micromanufacturing Processes

Introduction, analysis and reporting of the processes and equipment for fabricating microsystems and the methods for measuring component size and system performance. Fabrication processes include microscale milling, drilling, diamond machining, and lithography. Measurement methods include interferometry and scanning electron microscopy.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (0-3-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate; Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s): Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Eng-Eng Mechanics, Engineering Mechanics

EE 5430 - Electronic Materials

A study of the physical principles of electronic materials, their applications in solid-state devices, and future trends in their development.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall
Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s): Graduate

EE 5460 - Solid State Devices

A study of the physical principles and evolution of solid-state devices, such as transistors: from conventional to novel types utilizing hetero-junctions and quantum effects; light emitting devices, semiconductor lasers; and displays of various types.

Credits: 3.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (3-0-0)
Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

PH 5530 - Selected Topics in Nanoscale Science and Technology

Presentation and discussion of selected topics in nanoscale science and engineering. Topics include growth, properties, applications, and societal implication of nanoscale materials. Evaluation: attendance and assignment.

Credits: 2.0
Lec-Rec-Lab: (2-0-0)
Semesters Offered: On Demand
Restrictions: May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es): Freshman, Sophomore, Junior

Elective Courses

Students must take from the following list of approved courses at least one course from each of the three topical groups:

Characterization
Fabrication and Control
Devices, Systems, and Integration

Remaining credits may be taken from any topical groups, the other electives group, or the restricted electives group. At least 6 credits in this graduate certificate program, not counting SS 5820, must be from outside the student's home department. Students in interdisciplinary graduate degree programs and students not seeking a graduate degree must have their selection of elective courses approved by the MuSTI Associate Director for Education and Outreach, or in the absence of such an office, by a faculty member appointed by the Dean of the Graduate School.

Due to rapid developments in the nanotechnology field, other appropriate electives may be substituted with the approval of the Multi-Scale Technologies Institute's Associate Director for Education and Outreach, or in the absence of such an office, by a faculty member appointed by the Dean of the Graduate School.