Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology Fundamentals
Explore nanomaterials synthesis, characterization, and applications in civil and environmental engineering with hands-on lab experience.
Explore nanomaterials synthesis, characterization, and applications in civil and environmental engineering with hands-on lab experience.
This comprehensive course introduces students to the fascinating field of nanotechnology with a focus on nanomaterials applications in civil and environmental engineering. Students learn about nanomaterial synthesis, characterization techniques, and various applications including mechanical property enhancement, self-cleaning materials, and energy harvesting. The curriculum integrates materials science, civil engineering, and electrical engineering concepts, covering topics from basic nano-scale effects to advanced characterization methods. The course includes hands-on laboratory experience in nano and micro-structure characterization.
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What you'll learn
Understand basic concepts of nanomaterials and nanostructures
Analyze crystal structures and their impact on material properties
Master various nanomaterial fabrication methods
Use advanced materials characterization techniques
Apply nanotechnology concepts to engineering solutions
Gain practical experience with characterization equipment
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces fundamental concepts of nanomaterials and nanotechnology, with special emphasis on civil and environmental engineering applications. The curriculum covers crystal structure analysis, nanomaterial fabrication methods, and advanced characterization techniques. Students learn about process-structure-property relationships, multifunctional materials, and practical applications in energy harvesting and environmental sensing. The course includes laboratory components for hands-on experience with nano and micro-structure characterization.
Nanotechnology Overview
Module 1
Crystal Structure of Solids
Module 2
Nanomaterial Fabrication
Module 3
Characterization Methods
Module 4
Property Characterizations
Module 5
Fee Structure
Instructors
Advanced Materials and AI Engineering Researcher
Guangshuai Han is a Ph.D. student in Civil Engineering at Purdue University, having completed his bachelor's degree from Harbin Institute of Technology, China. As an interdisciplinary researcher, he focuses on solving advanced materials and sensing challenges in engineering through AI technology. His research spans multiple areas including flexible electronic materials, molecular dynamics simulations, structural health monitoring, and AI-guided advanced material exploration and design, with particular emphasis on developing piezoelectric sensors for civil engineering applications
Advanced Materials and Sustainable Infrastructure Researcher
Yining Feng is a Research Assistant Professor at the Lyles School of Civil Engineering at Purdue University, where she previously completed her Ph.D. (2020) and M.S. (2016) after earning her B.S. from Dalian Maritime University (2014). Her research focuses on developing innovative nanomaterials and device technologies for sustainable infrastructure and environmental health applications, with particular emphasis on flexible sensors for biological and environmental monitoring. Her work has garnered significant attention in the academic community, with over 1,100 citations of her publications in materials science, infrastructure development, nanotechnology, and energy harvesting. She currently leads interdisciplinary research projects combining artificial intelligence with materials science to advance the development of piezoelectric materials and sustainable infrastructure solutions
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