327-0505-00L  Surfaces, Interfaces and their Applications I

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Abstract	After being introduced to the physical/chemical principles and importance of surfaces and interfaces, the student is introduced to the most important techniques that can be used to characterize surfaces. Later, liquid interfaces are treated, followed by an introduction to the fields of tribology (friction, lubrication, and wear) and corrosion.
Learning objective	To gain an understanding of the physical and chemical principles, as well as the tools and applications of surface science, and to be able to choose appropriate surface-analytical approaches for solving problems.
Content	Introduction to Surface Science Physical Structure of Surfaces Surface Forces (static and dynamic) Adsorbates on Surfaces Surface Thermodynamics and Kinetics The Solid-Liquid Interface Electron Spectroscopy Vibrational Spectroscopy on Surfaces Scanning Probe Microscopy Introduction to Tribology Introduction to Corrosion Science
Lecture notes	Script Download: https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/course/view.php?id=17455
Literature	Script Download: https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/course/view.php?id=17455 Book: "Surface Analysis--The Principal Techniques", Ed. J.C. Vickerman, Wiley, ISBN 0-471-97292
Prerequisites / Notice	Chemistry: General undergraduate chemistry including basic chemical kinetics and thermodynamics Physics: General undergraduate physics including basic theory of diffraction and basic knowledge of crystal structures
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies assessed Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Decision-making assessed Problem-solving assessed Personal Competencies Creative Thinking assessed Critical Thinking assessed

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Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	3 credits
Examiners	N. Spencer, M. P. Heuberger, L. Isa
Type	end-of-semester examination
Language of examination	English
Repetition	A repetition date will be offered in the first two weeks of the semester immediately consecutive.
Mode of examination	written 120 minutes
Written aids	none

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Programme	Section	Type
Biomedical Engineering Master	Recommended Elective Courses	W
Doctorate Materials Science	Science & Technology of the Small (MaP Doctoral School)	W
Doctorate Materials Science	Soft Materials (MaP Doctoral School)	W
Health Sciences and Technology Master	Elective Courses	W
Materials Science Master	Core Courses	W
Micro- and Nanosystems Master	Material, Surfaces and Properties	W