Duration
25h Th
Number of credits
| Master in chemistry (120 ECTS) | 3 crédits |
Lecturer
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Surface and interface science has changed significantly during the last 15-20 years, due to major scientific breakthroughs. For example, the invention of scanning probe microscopy allows us to look at interfaces under wet conditions with unprecedented resolution. Surface science is the basis for nanotechnology, the nanoworld being dominated by surface effects. The course is a general introduction to surface science. It focuses on basic concepts and on understanding basic phenomena. The most common surface modification methods and techniques, as well as characterization tools, are introduced.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Learning independence. Search for information. Acquisition of questioning mind. Time management. Development of analytical ability (essential information vs details). Development of deductive skills. Development of collaborative work.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Good knowledge of physical-chemistry
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Problem-based learning.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Sessions of 2h during which the students solve the questions (by groups).
Recommended or required readings
Slides available on eCampus
Written examination
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Contacts
Professeur A.-S. Duwez
Department of chemistry, Building. B6a - 4000 Liège 1 (Sart-Tilman)
Phone : 04/3663482 - e-mail : asduwez@uliege.be
Dr. D. Sluysmans
e-mail: damien.sluysmans@uliege.be