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Course Specifications
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Course Specifications
Nanotechnology
(PHYS 476)
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Higher Education
Majmaah University
College of Science
Department of Physics
‫بسم هللا الرحمن الرحيم‬
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‫وزارة الـتـعـلـيـم الـعـالـي‬
‫جـامـعـة الـمـجـمـعـة‬
‫كلية العلوم‬
‫قسم الفيزياء‬
2014 (1435 H)
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Course Specifications
Institution :
Majmaah University
Date of Report:
20-4-2014 (20/6/1435)
College/Department : Zulfi College of Science // Department of Physics
A. Course Identification and General Information
1. Course title and code:
Nanotechnology
//
(PHYS 476)
2. Credit hours:
3 Credit hours
3. Program(s) in which the course is offered.
(If general elective available in many programs indicate this rather than list programs):
BS-Physics, 4 Years Program
4. Name of faculty member responsible for the course
Prof. Dr. Abdul Majid Abdul Majeed
5. Level/year at which this course is offered: Optional (6) / 3th Year
6. Pre-requisites for this course (if any):
Solid State Physics-1
PHYS 471
7. Co-requisites for this course (if any)
No
8. Location if not on main campus
: Department of Physics, Zulfi College of Science Al-Zulfi
9. Mode of Instruction (mark all that apply)
a. Traditional classroom
x
What percentage?
80
b. Blended (traditional and online)
x
What percentage?
20
c. e-learning
What percentage?
d. Correspondence
What percentage?
f. Other
What percentage?
Comments:
The mode of instructor is distributed and used two items [Traditional classroom with 80% and
Traditional online with 20%]
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B Objectives
1. What is the main purpose for this course?
a) Aim of this course is to provide a base to students for his future research and study
planning.
b) After successful completion of this course student will be able to understand Fundamentals
of Nanotechnology
c) To develop an interest in Student to study more for this emerging nanotechnologies by
providing interdisciplinary scientific and engineering knowledge necessary to
understand fundamental physical differences at the nanoscale.
2. Briefly describe any plans for developing and improving the course that are being implemented. (e.g.
increased use of IT or web based reference material, changes in content as a result of new research in
the field)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Update the content periodically with reference new development .
Using new Book and Journals References.
Using Web References.
Increase use of IT.
Increase use of Video Materials/Animation materials.
Introduction of open source specialized software for theoretical work.
Proper and increase use of multimedia in class.
C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or
handbook should be attached)
A full academic year is equivalent to 36 Credit hour, which each semester is to be 18
Credit hour. Each course is credited with a number of credit hour (>=2) according to the
student's workload (contact hours, laboratory work, examination etc) and accumulation of
credits hour is accomplished after successful completion of the course. In this case, one
Credit hour is equal 25 – 30 student's workload hour.
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Lab
Total hours
tutorials
Self- Study
Lecture
Contact hours
Total of
contact hours
C. Course Description (Note: General description in the form to be used for the Bulletin or Handbook should be attached)
(The credit point is equal 25-30 hours )
Historical development of
Nanoscience and technology,
6
-
-
6
4
2
4
2
18
Formation of energy gap,
Discreteness of energy levels
6
-
-
6
4
4
2
2
18
Mid-term 1
2
-
-
2
Tunneling currents,
3
-
-
3
1
2
2
1
9
Formation and
characterization of
Nanolayers, Applications of
Nanolyers,
9
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-
9
4
4
6
3
28
Mid-term 2
2
-
-
2
9
-
-
9
6
4
6
2
27
6
-
-
6
2
4
4
2
18
Review
3
-
-
3
1
2
3
9
Final Exam
2
-
-
2
Total
48
-
-
48
Topic
Synthesis and Fabrication of
Nanoparticles,Characterizati
on and Application of
Nanoparticles,
Top Down Nanostructuring
Techniques, Nanodevices
and applications.
Internet
Library
Home
Work
Discussions
2
2
2
21
3. Additional private study/learning hours expected for students per week.
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24
17
5:15 hours
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4. Course Learning Outcomes in NQF Domains of Learning and Alignment
with Assessment Methods and Teaching Strategy:
For each of the domains of learning shown below indicate:
1. A brief summary of the knowledge or skill the course is intended to develop;
2. A description of the teaching strategies to be used in the course to develop that knowledge or
skill;
3. The methods of student assessment to be used in the course to evaluate learning outcomes in the
domain concerned.
Course Learning Outcomes, Assessment Methods, and Teaching Strategy work together and are aligned.
They are joined together as one, coherent, unity that collectively articulate a consistent agreement
between student learning, assessment, and teaching.
The National Qualification Framework provides five learning domains. Course learning outcomes are
required. Normally a course has should not exceed eight learning outcomes which align with one or more
of the five learning domains. Some courses have one or more program learning outcomes integrated into
the course learning outcomes to demonstrate program learning outcome alignment. The program learning
outcome matrix map identifies which program learning outcomes are incorporated into specific courses.
On the table below are the five NQF Learning Domains, numbered in the left column.
First, insert the suitable and measurable course learning outcomes required in the appropriate learning
domains (see suggestions below the table). Second, insert supporting teaching strategies that fit and align
with the assessment methods and intended learning outcomes. Third, insert appropriate assessment
methods that accurately measure and evaluate the learning outcome. Each course learning outcomes,
assessment method, and teaching strategy ought to reasonably fit and flow together as an integrated
learning and teaching process. Fourth, if any program learning outcomes are included in the course
learning outcomes, place the @ symbol next to it.
Every course is not required to include learning outcomes from each domain.
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NQF Learning Domains
And Course Learning Outcomes
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
Course Teaching
Strategies
Knowledge
Historical development of Nanoscience and
technology
Formation of energy gap, Discreteness of
energy levels, Tunneling currents,
Synthesis and Fabrication of
Nanoparticles,Characterization and Application
of Nanoparticles,
Formation and characterization of Nanolayers,
Applications of Nanolyers,
Top Down Nanostructuring Techniques,
Nanodevices and applications
2.0
Cognitive Skills
2.1
Can conduct general literature survey on particular
topic of under study.
2.2
Can correlate and understanding the problem
solving techniques
2.3
Able to know some available simulation software
for any future research work.
3.0
Interpersonal Skills & Responsibility
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3.1
3.2
Work in a group and learn time management.
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Learn how to search for information through library
and internet.
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3.3
Course Assessment
Methods
Present a short report in a written form and orally
using appropriate scientific language
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Developing basic
communicative
Ability through short
and varied situated
discourse.
Lecturing
Team work
Exercises
Problem solving
Class discussion
presentation
Individual meeting
with the instructor
(encouraging students
to discuss different
topics outside the
classroom)
Discussion with
students
Making students
aware about time
management in
completing their
assignments and
projects.
Counsel students how
to make a good
presentation .
Encourage students to
help each other
Group presentation
Group assignments

Homework.

Group Discussion

Presentation

Mid-term exams

Terminal Exam. (Final
Exam)

Class Participation
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Presentation
Essay Question
Research
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Respecting dead lines.
Showing active class
participation.
Helping other students
to understand tasks in
the class.
Giving clear and
logical arguments
Performing seriously
on midterms and final
exams
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4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
5.0
Communication, Information Technology, Mathematical Methods
Take part in discussion with teacher, ask questions,
solve problems, and use computers.
Interpret/operate Nanomaterials and their formation
and properties.
Rise to the point questions during the lecture, work
in groups, and communicate with class fellows and
with me electronically, and periodically visit the
web sites I recommended.
Students use information technology in the
classroom

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
Exercises
Problem solving
oral quizzes
Essay questions
Encourage students to
use program soft wear

Write reports

Exercises related to
specific topics
Psychomotor
5.1
5.2
5- Please fill in this table based on the following criteria:
1. Based on your course syllabus, provide 3 - 5 major course objectives in column 1 along with 2 - 3
outcomes for each objective in column 2.
2. In column 3, indicate how the objectives and outcomes in column 1 and 2 map into ME Program
Learning Outcomes (PLO)
3. In column 3, indicate how the objectives and outcomes in columns 1 and 2 map into the NCAAA
Outcomes
4. In column 4, indicate how the objectives and outcomes in columns 1 and 2 map into the Asiin criteria
5- Learning outcomes in step 2, 3, 4 are listed in (Physics Program Guidance)
Course Objectives:
The student get the basics
knowledge of Physics of
Nanomaterials.
Course Outcomes:
PLO
NCAAA
ASIIN
Easily understand about the dimensionality
associated with the materials
1, 2
1
a, b
Check and apply the different properties of
Materials at Nanoscale .
8,9
2,3
b,
3,4
1,3
c, h
2,4
3
C, h
Use the information about the formation of
energy gap and Discreteness of energy
levels for its application.
Understand different techniques use for the
formation and synthesis of nanoparticles
and structures.
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Collect general information about
7
6,7
H,f
8,9
8
G
6,7
9
H
Learn how to search for information
through library and internet.
10, 14
11
Gh
Present a short report in a written form and
orally on given topics.
12,18
10,12
J,k
Understand Synthesis and Fabrication of
Nanoparticles,Characterization and
Application of Nanoparticles and their
applications
14,17
13
I
Nanoscience and technology
Learn, understand and get
concepts of nanoscale.
The development of students'
intellectual abilities.
Apply the gained information that how to
use the Nanoscience and technology in
different fields.
Work in a group and learn time
management.
5. Schedule of Assessment Tasks for Students During the Semester
1
Assessment task (e.g. essay, test, group project,
examination, speech, oral presentation, etc.)
First exam*
2
Second exam*
3
Lab. Exam
-
4
Presentation
One/ semester
5
Homework
Every week
6
Quizzes
End topics
7
Discussions
Every week
8
Team group
Three time/ semester
9
Tutorials
10 Computer tools used
11 Project
Week Due
6
Proportion of Total
Assessment
20%
12
20%
20%
Every sub topic
Every report and presentation
-
12 Peer project
-
13 Final exam *
End of the semester
Total
40%
100 %
*First exam, second exam and final exam are written exam
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D. Student Academic Counseling and Support
1. Arrangements for availability of faculty and teaching staff for individual student consultations and
academic advice. (include amount of time teaching staff are expected to be available each week)
Four office hour per week for Student Academic Counseling and Support
/,
1. List Required Textbooks
1. R. Fahrner 2010 “Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics Materials, Devices, Measurement
Techniques”. Springer
2. List Essential References Materials (Journals, Reports, etc.)
1. Guo Zhong Cao 2011 “Nanostructures and Nanomaterials synthesis, properties and
applications ” Imperial college press
2. Fritz H. Frimmel and R. Niessner 2010 “Nanoparticles in the Water Cycle: Properties,
Analysis and Environmental Relevance” Springer
3. List Recommended Textbooks and Reference Material (Journals, Reports, etc)
1. Nature Nanotechnology, by Nature Publishing Group,
2. Nano Letters, by American Chemical Society,
3. Small, by Wiley-VCH,
4. Nano Today, by Elsevier,
5. Lab on a Chip, by Royal Society of Chemistry,
6. Nanotechnology, by Institute of Physics
7. Current Nanoscience, by Bentham Science
4. List Electronic Materials (eg. Web Sites, Social Media, Blackboard, etc.)
 en.wikipedia.org
 http:// faculty/aabdulmjid.edu.sa
 Next Big Future: A look at what our future could look like, with the help of nanotech.
 Nanotechnology Today: The latest information and news related to nanotechnology and more.
 Nanotechnology Development Blog: Learn about how nanotech is developing and read about
the latest breakthroughs.
 Nanotechnology Now: News and information related to nanotechnology and related
developments.
 Nanotechnology News and Information: Just what it sounds like, this blog features the latest
in news on nanotech, as well as jobs in the field.
5. Other learning material such as computer-based programs/CD, professional standards or regulations and
software.
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MATHEMATICA,
MATLAB,
MathCAD
MS Office (particularly MS Excel)
Virtual NanoLab
F. Facilities Required
Indicate requirements for the course including size of classrooms and laboratories (i.e. number of seats in
classrooms and laboratories, extent of computer access etc.)
1. Accommodation (Classrooms, laboratories, demonstration rooms/labs, etc.)
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Furnished Lecture Room equipped with smart board and computer
Lab for nanotechnology Fabrication and Characterization (for Future improvement)
2. Computing resources (AV, data show, Smart Board, software, etc.)
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Computational Lab with proper software
3. Other resources (specify, e.g. if specific laboratory equipment is required, list requirements or attach
list)
Library, and Seminar Room , Wi-Fi Internet Connections
G Course Evaluation and Improvement Processes
1 Strategies for Obtaining Student Feedback on Effectiveness of Teaching

Course/module evaluation system electronically organized by the University
2 Other Strategies for Evaluation of Teaching by the Program/Department Instructor

department has its own teacher evaluation committee
3 Processes for Improvement of Teaching
 Course report.
 Program report.
 Training Courses
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4. Processes for Verifying Standards of Student Achievement (e.g. check marking by an independent
member teaching staff of a sample of student work, periodic exchange and remarking of tests or a sample
of assignments with staff at another institution)
Mechanism is available for verification of Standards by
 Course committee for each course/Module
 Course Committee Check each results and student answer sheet
 Course file maintained by teacher along with highest, middle and lowest grade student’s answer
sheets
 Periodically improvement in course content with insertion the latest developments in the field
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5 Describe the planning arrangements for periodically reviewing course effectiveness and planning for
improvement.
1- Course Evaluation
2- Exam Evaluation
3- Improvement plan
4- Program Outlearning with course outlearning
5- Outlearning from the pre-requisite course
Faculty or Teaching Staff: ______ Prof. Dr. Abdul Majid Abdul Majeed____________________
Signature: _______________________________
Date Report Completed: __April 24, 2014_____
Received by: _____________________________
Dean/Department Head: ___________________
Signature: _______________________________
Date: _______________
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