Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering

Course Description

Compulsory Courses

Nano Materials for New Energy and Catalysis (3 credits)

This course teaches the basic principles of semiconductor devices and identifies, represents, and analyzes complex issues in the field of nanotechnology through literature research. The course enable the students to evaluate the feasibility and rationality of analysis results of complex problems in the field of nanotechnology and obtain effective conclusions, and to master the basic knowledge of new energy devices and technologies, use modern tools, understand the advantages and limitations of various modern tools, and predict and simulate complex problems in the field of nanotechnology. The course introduces basic theoretical knowledge related to catalysts and catalytic reactions, allowing students to understand the application of catalytic technology in scientific research and industrial production, as well as related knowledge and rules such as catalyst design, preparation, and characterization. It focuses on the synthesis, properties and mechanism of action of several typical catalysts commonly used in scientific research and production, and explores the relationship between the structure and properties of catalysts from a microscopic perspective. Through classroom study and discussion, students will develop their ability to understand, analyze and solve problems using scientific methods.

Micro nano processing and micro characterization technology (3 credits)

This course introduces micro-nano processing technology and principles, covering the basic concepts of micro-nano processing, including micro-nano processing methods and materials science methods, and their applications in microelectronics process technology. The course also covers various micro-nano processing technologies, such as oxidation, low-pressure chemical vapor deposition, plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition, thermal evaporation, epitaxy, electron beam evaporation, 3D printing, ion diffusion, contact lithography, electron beam lithography, Wet etching, dry etching, etc. In addition, the course will also introduce commonly used process detection methods and MEMS processing technology, integrated circuit process integration technology and development trends of process technology, etc.

Frontiers and Simulation of Nanomaterials (3 credits)

This course is designed to introduce the latest advances and future trends in the field of nanomaterials research. Basic concepts and principles of nanomaterials will be covered, including nanoscale, quantum effects, surface effects, etc., as well as the special physical, chemical and mechanical properties of nanomaterials. The course will introduce the latest nanomaterial synthesis methods, including physical methods, chemical methods, biological methods, etc., and discuss in-depth the applications of nanomaterials in electronics, energy, environment, biomedicine and other fields. In addition, the course will also cover the safety and ethical issues of nanomaterials, as well as the research frontiers and future development trends of nanomaterials. Through teaching, students can understand the basic concepts and basic methods of computational materials science and molecular simulation, become familiar with the procedures of material simulation .

Nanomedicine and Nanobiomaterials (3 credits)

This course will summarize and explain the basic knowledge and cutting-edge progress in the cross-research field of biomaterials and nanomedicine, focusing on the application of biomaterials in medical imaging, tumor therapeutics, and immune engineering, etc. Biomaterial systems include inorganic biomaterials, organic polymer biomaterials, nanobiomedical imaging and sensing materials, and biomimetic biomaterials. The course will also introduce and discuss the future development directions of biomaterials-related fields and challenges for clinical translation.

Fundamentals of Optoelectronic Devices (2 credits)

The course of optoelectronic devices is a core course in the field of optoelectronics that introduces the basic principles, classification, performance and applications of optoelectronic devices. It covers the knowledge of photoelectric effect, materials, structure, characteristics of photoelectric devices and photoelectric detection technology. The course will introduce the basic principles of optoelectronic devices, including photoelectric effect, photovoltaic effect, photoconductivity effect, etc., as well as the basic structures and principles of various optoelectronic devices, such as solar cells, optoelectronic devices, photodiodes, etc. In addition, the course will also introduce the characteristics measurement and performance evaluation methods of optoelectronic devices, as well as the application of photoelectric detection technology in various fields.

Introduction to Physics of Semiconductor Devices (2 credits)

The Semiconductor Device Physics course is a professional course that introduces the basic principles, properties and applications of semiconductor devices. It covers the basic knowledge of semiconductor devices, including semiconductor crystal structure, energy band structure, carrier transport mechanism, semiconductor heterojunction, etc. The course will explore the physical mechanisms of semiconductor devices, including processes such as carrier transport, recombination, diffusion and drift, as well as the energy band structure and carrier characteristics of semiconductor heterojunctions. In addition, the course will introduce the application and design of semiconductor devices, including diodes, transistors, integrated circuits, etc.

Elective Courses

Modern Display and Lighting Technologies (2 credits)

Display screens and lighting penetrate into daily life, such as mobile phones, laptops, desktop computer monitors, TVs, classroom lighting, home lighting, etc. Among them, liquid crystal displays (LCD), inorganic light-emitting diodes (LED), organic light-emitting diodes (OLED), quantum dot LEDs (QLED), and perovskite LEDs (PeLED) are regarded as modern/new generation display and lighting technology. This course aims to introduce the basic science related to various display and lighting technologies; It will enable the students understand the measurement and various definitions of "light", such as the differences between brightness, illuminance, color saturation and color gamut; introduce the basics of thin film transistors (TFT) Working principle and its application in state-of-the-art TFT-LCD and TFT-OLED.

Organic luminescent materials and technology (2 credits)

This course teaches students the basic knowledge of organic light-emitting material technology or other related device research, including: introduction, basic photophysics and photochemistry, principles of organic electroluminescence, preparation and characterization of organic light-emitting devices, physics of organic light-emitting devices, organic luminescence.

Themed studies on nano materials (2 credits)

This course aims to enable students to master the basic concepts and applications of materials, and understand the current research status, future development directions and challenges for practical applications of materials and devices. It focuses on introducing new concepts, new principles and new applications recently developed by international groups based on novel natural materials and metamaterials.

Modern solar energy conversion materials (2 credits)

This course provides an introduction to the principles, design, and applications of solar energy conversion materials. It covers the basic principles of solar energy conversion, including photoelectric conversion, photothermal conversion, and photochemical conversion. The course will introduce various solar energy conversion materials in detail, including crystalline silicon, amorphous silicon, compound semiconductors, dye-sensitized solar cells, etc. Students will learn how to design and optimize these materials to achieve maximum solar energy conversion efficiency. In addition, the course will cover the design, integration and testing methods of solar energy conversion systems, as well as the environmental impact and sustainability issues of solar energy conversion materials.

Frontiers and Fundamentals of Environmental Materials (2 credits)

The Frontiers and Basics of Environmental Materials course is a course that introduces the research frontiers and application foundations of environmental materials. It will cover the basic concepts and principles of environmental materials, including the definition, design principles, performance evaluation and application prospects of environmental materials. The course will explore the characteristics of environmental materials, including environmental friendliness, biodegradability, resource conservation, safety and sustainability, etc. In addition, the course will introduce the latest research progress and application examples of environmental materials.

Frontiers of Nanophotonics (2 credits)

The Frontiers of Nanophotonics course is a course that introduces the latest research progress and future trends in the field of nanophotonics. It will cover the basic concepts and principles of nanophotonics, including the basic concepts of nanophotonics, the design and manufacturing of nanophotonic devices, and the application of nanophotonics in information, energy, environment, biomedicine and other fields. The course will explore the design and manufacturing technology of nanophotonic devices, including nanophotonic crystals, nanophotonic films, nanophotonic device integration, etc. In addition, the course will also introduce application examples of nanophotons in information, energy and other fields.

Material Analysis and Characterizations (2 credits)

The Materials Analysis and Characterization course is an introduction to materials analysis methods and characterization techniques. It will cover the basic principles and methods of materials analysis, including X-ray diffraction, electron microanalysis, spectroscopic analysis, mass spectrometry, surface analysis, and more. The course will provide an in-depth exploration of the basic principles, experimental techniques and application examples of various materials analysis methods. Students will learn how to use these analytical methods to study the composition, structure, morphology, properties and performance of materials. In addition, the course will also introduce the basic concepts and techniques of material characterization, including morphology analysis, dimensional measurement, physical property testing, etc.