Objectives
Within the Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours), students will have the option of two streams: Biomedical Nanotechnology or Quantum Nanostructures. The topic sequence for each forms a coherent and explicit path towards a comprehensive appreciation of, and competence in, the appropriate underlying science.This course will educate students with the range of skills inherent in Nanotechnology graduates: * a capacity to understand and apply modern scientific principles; * skills in the retrieval and presentation of scientific information both orally and in writing to scientific and non-scientific audiences; * proficiency in critical analysis of information and capacity to solve problems; * an ability to analyse and evaluate numerical data; * competence in the practical use of relevant computer and information technology; * an ability to work effectively in a team; * an appreciation of the role of science in society; * an understanding of the ethical issues raised through the study of science. Learning outcomes In addition, it will have the following course-specific outcomes: * prepare students for nanotechnology by providing them with a sound grounding in multidisciplinary areas of nanoscience; * increase students' understanding of materials and their properties at the atomic level, including an understanding of the intimate relationship between scale and size, nanostructure and the properties of materials; * prepare graduates who, while skilled in areas of nanoscience, will be qualified for jobs in traditional science-based industries and government laboratories such as DSTO and, as the nanotechnologies emerge and mature, will be positioned for jobs in this applied area. This course will be anticipating trends and providing students with integrated, cross-disciplinary scientific knowledge and professional skills; * educate a new generation of scientists who can participate in, and indeed seed, new high-technology companies that will be the key to maintaining jobs, wealth and educational infrastructures as nanotechnology results in a new industrial revolution; * enable the students to develop a range of professional, scientific and computational skills that will enhance employment opportunities in a wide range of industrial and governmental institutions; * prepare students for the workplace through developing their ability to contribute constructively to multidisciplinary teams, to communicate both orally and in written form, and to be familiar with modern, computer-based communication technology. This will be achieved using non-traditional education techniques including group-based problem-based learning, flexible delivery and WebCT interactive tutorials; * form strong multidisciplinary educational links through joint team projects that cross the traditional areas of science; * increase students' understanding of materials and their properties at the atomic level, including an understanding of the intimate relationship between scale and size, nanostructure and the properties of materials.
Course description
The Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours) prepares graduates for working in a variety of scientific professions and playing a leading role in the future as nanotechnology grows, matures and reveals its full potential.
Nanotechnology draws on the strengths of all the basic sciences and the course will give you a strong background in these sciences. In particular, there is an emphasis on developing computational skills and an awareness of the roles and uses of computers in science and society.
In particular, there is an emphasis on developing computational skills and an awareness of the roles and uses of computers in science and society.
From 2nd year you will choose to specialise in 1 of 2 areas:
* Biomedical Nanotechnology
* Quantum Nanostructures.
You will also learn about business, enterprise management, economics and legal issues such as intellectual property.
Two-thirds of the Honours year is dedicated to research projects and industry placements will allow you to engage with the workplace environment and make important professional contacts.
What is Nanotechnology?
Nanotechnology is science at the molecular level and, like biotechnology and information technology, it is a growth industry with the potential to change the world.
In the 20th century scientists discovered atomic structure and the quantum theory that explains how atoms and molecules work. In the 21st century nanotechnology lets us see and feel atoms and actually push them around.
Why study Nanotechnology at Flinders?
* We were the 1st Australian university to offer an undergraduate honours degree in nanotechnology and we continue to set the pace in teaching innovation. We are, for example, establishing a new program, funded by the State Government, which will see students placed in industries both for summer jobs and honours projects.
* Our teachers are also leading researchers who attract several million dollars each year in research funding and receive many invitations to present at national and international conferences. They also contribute to the Nanostructures and Molecular Interactions Research Group, which is one of our flagship research concentrations.
* Our expertise is underpinned by combined strengths in chemistry, biology and materials science and by the fact that we share our campus with a world-class medical research centre. This overlap of expertise is unique.
* Among other recent accolades, Associate Professor Nico Voelcker received a Tall Poppy in Science Award as an outstanding young researcher in South Australia and Associate Professor Joe Shapter received a national Carrick Institute citation for his work establishing this degree.
Combined degree options
Combine with
Duration (full-time equivalent)
Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise
5 years
Refer to Science and Technology combined degrees for further information.
Career opportunities
What can I do with my Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours) degree?
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
The course rule and programs of study for the Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours) was revised in 2005, 2008 and 2009.
Continuing students who began before 2005 and wish to complete the degree in accordance with the previous rule and programs should refer to the pre-2005 program and seek advice from Program Approvers at the time of enrolment.
The Molecular Nanomaterials stream was discontinued in 2009. Students who commenced this stream will be able to complete it by following the program specified below.
Program of study
INTRODUCTION
Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours)
The requires four years of full-time study (or the equivalent part-time), including the compulsory honours year. However, it is possible to exit after three years of full-time equivalent study with a general Bachelor of Science. The course is offered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering. Students elect to follow one of two streams:
* Biomedical Nanotechnology
* Quantum Nanostructures
PROGRAM OF STUDY [November, 2008]
To qualify for the Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours), a student must complete 144 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below.
Except with the permission of Faculty Board, students may not enrol in a topic in Fourth Year until they have passed 105 units of Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours) topics in First, Second and Third Year.
In each year students study core/elective topics as well as topics specific to their chosen stream.
Not all topics are necessarily available in a given year.
FIRST YEAR
36 units comprising:
BIOL1102
Molecular Basis of Life
4.5
CHEM1101
Chemistry 1A
4.5
CHEM1102
Chemistry 1B
4.5
NANO1101
Nanotechnology 1
4.5
and either #:
PHYS1101
Physics 1A, and
4.5
PHYS1102
Physics 1B
4.5
or
CPES1201
Physics for the Life Sciences A, and
4.5
CPES1202
Physics for the Life Sciences B
4.5
and either#
MATH1201
Introductory Mathematics 1A, or
4.5
MATH1121
Mathematics 1A*, or
4.5
MATH1141
Advanced Mathematics 1A*
4.5
and
MATH1202
Introductory Mathematics 1B, or
4.5
MATH1122
Mathematics 1B *, or
4.5
MATH1142
Advanced Mathematics 1B*
4.5
# Students are required to complete PHYS1101 Physics 1A, PHYS1102 Physics 1B, MATH1121 Mathematics 1A (or MATH1141 Advanced Mathematics 1A), and MATH1122 Mathematics 1B (or MATH1142 Advanced Mathematics 1B) to do the Quantum Nanostructures Stream.
* Students who have achieved a mark of at least 18 in SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, or at least 6 in International Baccalaureate Mathematics HL are advised to do the corresponding topics MATH1141 Advanced Mathematics 1A (equivalent to MATH1121) and MATH1142 Advanced Mathematics 1B (equivalent to MATH1122).
Quantum Nanostructures stream
Second Year
CPES2101
Fundamentals of Advanced Chemistry
6
CPES2111
Synthetic and Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
6
CPES2122
Quantum Physics 2
6
CPES2132
Classical Physics 2
6
CPES2142
Physical Chemistry 2
6
MATH2111
Vector Calculus
3
NANO2101
Nanotechnology 2: Structure and Characterisation in Nanotechnology
3
Third Year Core
CPES2121
Frontier Physics 2
6
CPES3121
Quantum Physics 3
6
CPES3141
Physical Chemistry 3
6
NANO3101
Nanotechnology 3: Frontiers of Nanotechnology
6
plus 12 units from the following:
CPES3132
Modern Physics 3
6
CPES3162
Inorganic and Polymer Chemistry
6
MATH2023
Maths for the Physical Sciences
3
MATH2121
Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
3
Fourth Year Core
36 units comprising:
NANO4010 Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (24 units). Students should enrol in a combination of sub-topics chosen from the following, ensuring that they enrol in 24 units overall.
NANO4010B
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (6/24 units)
6
NANO4010C
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (9/24 units)
9
NANO4010D
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (18/24 units)
18
NANO4010E
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (12/24 units)
12
NANO4010F
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (15/24 units)
15
plus 12 units from the following:
CPES7029
Advanced Nanomaterials Studies A
3
CPES7103
Advanced Special Topics in Physics A
6
CPES7104
Advanced Special Topics in Physics B
6
NANO4005
Advanced Nanotechnology 1 (Surface Science)
3
Biomedical Nanotechnology stream
Second Year
BIOL2141
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
6
CPES2101
Fundamentals of Advanced Chemistry
6
CPES2102
Analytical Chemistry 2
6
CPES2111
Synthetic and Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
6
CPES2142
Physical Chemistry 2
6
CPES2162
Optical Phenomena
3
NANO2101
Nanotechnology 2: Structure and Characterisation in Nanotechnology
3
Third Year Core
BIOL3131
DNA to Genomics
6
BIOL3132
Protein to Proteome
6
CPES3141
Physical Chemistry 3
6
CPES3162
Inorganic and Polymer Chemistry
6
NANO3101
Nanotechnology 3: Frontiers of Nanotechnology
6
plus one of the following:
CPES3006
Organic Chemistry 3
6
CPES3101
Analytical Chemistry 3
6
Fourth Year Core
36 units comprising:
NANO4010 Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (24 units). Students should enrol in a combination of sub-topics chosen from the following, ensuring that they enrol in 24 units overall.
NANO4010B
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (6/24 units)
6
NANO4010C
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (9/24 units)
9
NANO4010D
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (18/24 units)
18
NANO4010E
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (12/24 units)
12
NANO4010F
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (15/24 units)
15
plus 12 units from the following:
CPES7013
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
3
CPES7022
Advanced Mass Spectroscopy
3
CPES7029
Advanced Nanomaterials Studies A
3
NANO4003
Advanced Biodevices 1 (Supramolecular Chemistry)
3
NANO4004
Advanced Biodevices 2 (Host-Guest Chemistry)
3
NANO4005
Advanced Nanotechnology 1 (Surface Science)
3
Pre-2009 Molecular Nanomaterials stream
STUDENTS WHO COMMENCED PRIOR TO 2009 WHO WISH TO COMPLETE THE MOLECULAR NANOMATERIALS STREAM SHOULD FOLLOW THE PROGRAM OF STUDY BELOW AND SEEK ADVICE FROM PROGRAM APPROVERS AT THE TIME OF ENROLMENT.
Second Year Core
CPES2101
Fundamentals of Advanced Chemistry
6
CPES2102
Analytical Chemistry 2
6
CPES2111
Synthetic and Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
6
CPES2122
Quantum Physics 2
6
CPES2142
Physical Chemistry 2
6
MATH2111
Vector Calculus
3
NANO2101
Nanotechnology 2: Structure and Characterisation in Nanotechnology
3
Third Year Core
CPES2132
Classical Physics 2
6
CPES3006
Organic Chemistry 3
6
CPES3101
Analytical Chemistry 3
6
CPES3141
Physical Chemistry 3
6
CPES3162
Inorganic and Polymer Chemistry
6
NANO3101
Nanotechnology 3: Frontiers of Nanotechnology
6
Fourth Year Core
36 units comprising:
NANO4010 Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (24 units). Students should enrol in a combination of sub-topics chosen from the following, ensuring that they enrol in 24 units overall.
NANO4010B
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (6/24 units)
6
NANO4010C
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (9/24 units)
9
NANO4010D
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (18/24 units)
18
NANO4010E
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (12/24 units)
12
NANO4010F
Nanotechnology Honours Research Project (15/24 units)
15
plus 12 units from the following:
CPES3009
Bioinorganic and Inorganic Chemistry*
3
CPES7013
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
3
CPES7022
Advanced Mass Spectroscopy
3
CPES7029
Advanced Nanomaterials Studies A
3
CPES7103
Advanced Special Topics in Physics A
6
NANO4003
Advanced Biodevices 1 (Supramolecular Chemistry)
3
NANO4004
Advanced Biodevices 2 (Host-Guest Chemistry)
3
NANO4005
Advanced Nanotechnology 1 (Surface Science)
3
* No more than one Third Year topic will be permitted and written application to do such a topic must be made by the research supervisor(s) to the Honours committee to gain entry to that topic.
