Fundamentals, Design Principles and Applications of Microfluidic Systems

3 Credits.

This course will introduce fundamental physical and chemical principles involved in unique microscale phenomena. Topics to be covered include issues associated with being in micrometers in science and engineering, fluid mechanics in micro systems, diffusion, surface tension, surfactants, and interfacial forces, Interfacial hydrodynamics, Mechanical properties of materials in microscale. Students will learn about applications, enabled by the discussed principles.Recommended Pre-Requisites: EN.530.334 Suggested Pre-Requisites: EN.530.328, EN.580.451