Nanometrology Laboratory

4.0 credits

This advanced, 4-credit-hour laboratory class (in person) for juniors and seniors (sophomores should contact the instructor for permission) consists of three laboratory modules accompanied by lecture materials: Module 1. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM); Module 2. Atomic force microscopy; Module 3. Confocal fluorescence and optical microscopy. In addition to one 2 h lab per week, topics covered in two 1-1.5 h lab lectures per week include function and capabilities of the SEM and TEM, the principles of atomic force microscopy, confocal fluorescence microscopy of single nanoemitters, optical microscopy including high-resolution optical microscopy, and discussion of advances of nanoscience and nanotechnology. The laboratory components will use the facilities of the University of Rochester Integrated Nanosystems Center and the Institute of Optics. Students are expected to have completed a sequence in introductory physics.