2015/16 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

CAPE2700 Nanoparticle and Colloid Science

10 creditsClass Size: 30

Module manager: Dr S J Milne
Email: s.j.milne@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable

Year running 2015/16

Module replaces

PEME2720 Nanoparticle and Colloid Science

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Objectives

On completion of this module, students should be able to:
- Define the terms colloid and nanoparticle dispersions.
- Understand the differences between various colloid systems such as emulsions, dispersions and aerosols.
- Describe the influence of surface energy on colloid stability.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of colloid stability theory.
- Understand the properties of surfactants and association colloids.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of different types of nanoparticle synthesis techniques.
- Describe important applications of colloids and nanoparticles.

Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students should understand the key features of colloid systems and the scientific factors which control system stability. They will also be familiar with nanoparticle synthesis techniques and a range of contemporary applications.

Syllabus

Many aspects of nanotechnology are linked to colloid science. Colloidal dispersions at the nanoscale are ubiquitous in modern product formulations including most cosmetic, pharmaceutical and person care products. Control of the stability of colloid systems is of critical importance; an understanding of the scientific principles of dispersion stability is a key aspect of the module. Nanoparticle synthesis, particle characterisation techniques and examples of contemporary research into nanoparticle applications are presented and discussed.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Class tests, exams and assessment	2	1.00	2.00
Group learning	2	3.00	6.00
Lecture	22	1.00	22.00
Tutorial	4	1.00	4.00
Private study hours			66.00
Total Contact hours			34.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			100.00

Private study

Directed and non-directed background reading in support of lecture material and workshops
Completion of assessed coursework
Revision for class tests and end of semester exam

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Attendance at lectures/tutorials/workshops. Exercise sheets will be assessed (informally) and results fed-back to students on a one-to-one basis. Workshops will include an assessed test.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
In-course MCQ	Class test under exam conditions	15.00
In-course MCQ	Class test under exam conditions	15.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		30.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Exams

Exam type	Exam duration	% of formal assessment
Standard exam (closed essays, MCQs etc)	2 hr	70.00
Total percentage (Assessment Exams)		70.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 30/03/2015

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