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CH-127
Chemical Practice
This module will introduce students to the three broad employment areas for chemistry: research, teaching or industrial positions. The lecture portion will cover fundamental aspects of being a professional chemist including safety, report writing, project management, and teaching skills. Students will attend research seminars and workshops, industrial field trips, and supervise school pupils in the laboratory.
Assessment will be by coursework and a written report.
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CH-345
Materials Chemistry Project
3rd year projects are the opportunity to bring all you've learnt during your degree together and apply that knowledge to solve a problem. In Swansea these projects can be embedded in active research groups across the colleges of science, engineering or medicine, allowing you to build a network and experience in your chosen specialism within the chemical sciences.
These projects are your opportunity to demonstrate to employers that you have a full understanding of your course and are able to direct your own studies, manage an independent research project and effectively communicate your findings.
This selection suggests an interest in a project embedded within a research group in engineering, focusing on materials chemistry or chemical engineering
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CH-349
Integrated Topics in Chemistry
This module gives students the opportunity to explore options within Chemistry, giving opportunity to apply prior learning to advanced research topics and allowing students to pursue more specialised topics related to their research interests and aligned with the research areas represented within the Department. Study areas available will include advanced spectroscopic techniques, the application of instrumentation in chemistry, as well as more advanced synthetic pathways and a return to more integrated study of the traditional branches of organic/inorganic/physical chemistry. The module will also include a mandatory employability component. Classes will be supported with workshops which will help students gain a thorough understanding of the integrated nature of Chemistry at an advanced level.
Where possible, topics will be taught using relevant examples from primary literature, encouraging students to evaluate and appraise a range of primary literature sources and locate appropriate new sources.
The module is designed to be flexible to allow the content to vary with the research areas represented within the Department and wider university.
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CH-412
Advanced Integrated Topics in Chemistry Part 1
This module gives students the opportunity to explore options within Chemistry, giving opportunity to apply prior learning to advanced research topics and allowing students to pursue more specialised topics related to their research interests and aligned with the research areas represented within the Department. Study areas available will include advanced spectroscopic techniques, the application of instrumentation in chemistry, as well as more advanced synthetic pathways and a return to more integrated study of the traditional branches of organic/inorganic/physical chemistry. Classes will be supported with workshops which will help students gain a thorough understanding of the integrated nature of Chemistry at an advanced level.
Where possible, topics will be taught using relevant examples from primary literature, encouraging students to evaluate and appraise a range of primary literature sources and locate appropriate new sources.
The module is designed to be flexible to allow the content to vary with the research areas represented within the Department.
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CH-413
Advanced Integrated Topics in Chemistry Part 2
This module gives students the opportunity to explore options within Chemistry, giving opportunity to apply prior learning to advanced research topics and allowing students to pursue more specialised topics related to their research interests and aligned with the research areas represented within the Department. Study areas available will include advanced spectroscopic techniques, the application of instrumentation in chemistry, as well as more advanced synthetic pathways and a return to more integrated study of the traditional branches of organic/inorganic/physical chemistry. Classes will be supported with workshops which will help students gain a thorough understanding of the integrated nature of Chemistry at an advanced level.
Where possible, topics will be taught using relevant examples from primary literature, encouraging students to evaluate and appraise a range of primary literature sources and locate appropriate new sources.
The module is designed to be flexible to allow the content to vary with the research areas represented within the Department.
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EGLM01
Wide band-gap Semiconductors
State-of-the-art wide band gap semiconductor materials and technology will be considered with emphasis on diamond, silicon carbide, gallium nitride and metal oxides. The course will cover everything from materials growth through device processing technology, to devices and applications. Current commercial devices and anticipated devices will be highlighted and discussed. The semiconductor physics needed for devices simulation and an introduction to device simulation will be covered. Metal oxide wide band gap semiconductors and their applications in renewable energy generation will be discussed.
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EGNM02
Soft Nanotechnology
This module introduces fundamental concepts in soft condensed matter physics/chemistry, and looks at the use of this knowledge in a wide range of 'soft matter'-based applications, including organic electronics, micro/nano-fluidics and molecular motors. A strong emphasis of the course is the fundamental physical processes that control the structure/behaviour of macromolecules.
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EGNM07
Principles of Nanomedicine
This module will cover the broad range of subjects which encompass the discipline nanomedicine. Building on the foundation of a knowledge of nanotechnology this module will focus on medical applications including biological markers, diagnostics, therapeutics and drug delivery vehicles.
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PM-230
Selected Medical Diagnostic Techniques
This module looks at the design and operation of a wide range of instrumentation used to make measurements for diagnostic and monitoring of health and disease. The emphasis is on the underlying electrical, mechanical, chemical, optical and other engineering principles together with the advantages and limitations of techniques.
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PMNM02
Diagnostics and Imaging
Nanotechnology may lead to more rapid diagnostic tests, implantable devices, point of care instruments and improved medical imaging. This module will explore the application of nanotechnology to various medical techniques, focussing on novel research devices, pre-clinical tools and emerging technology within hospitals.
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PMZM13
Diagnostics and Imaging
Nanotechnology may lead to more rapid diagnostic tests, implantable devices, point of care instruments and improved medical imaging. This module will explore the application of nanotechnology to various medical techniques, focussing on novel research devices, pre-clinical tools and emerging technology within hospitals.
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SC-D01
MSc Dissertation - Semiconductors
The module aims to develop fundamental research skills. It comprises the development of supervised research work leading to a dissertation in the field of Semiconductor Technology and Applications. The specific research topic will be chosen by the student following consultation with academic staff.
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SC-M01
Semiconductor Processing
This module takes us on a journey from sand (silicon dioxide) to silicon and then on to semiconductor devices such as transistors. The process of fabricating semiconductor devices is conducted in cleanroom environments in large Semiconductor Foundries (Wafer Fabs). The course will explore all of the processes required to produce a semiconductor wafer (both silicon and compound semiconductors) and detail the process technologies used to fabricate devices (doping, metalisation, dielectric deposition, photolithography and etching ), highlighting the different process requirements for different materials. This module will also cover the fabrication of some specific devices such as diodes, transistors (MOSFETs, MESFETs, JFETs, HEMTs) and photonic devices.
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SC-M02
Next Generation Semiconductor Applications
We interact with semiconductor devices hundreds of times a day as we connect with the world and with each other. The internet of things (IoT) is connecting more and more devices, creating smart networks for individuals, companies and communities. Semiconductor devices are at the heart of all new technology from smart devices, electric cars and 5G and are vital for the next generation of technologies. This module will discuss the latest device technology and the roadmap to even smaller devices. We will look at applications of these devices in photonics and communications, AI, Energy. The second part of the course will focus on applications of semiconductors and semiconductor technologies for energy generation and storage, transmission and distribution, transport and healthcare.
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SC-M03
Processable Electronics
Since the 1970s, plastic electronics has expanded into a multitude of technologies and products incorporating flexible and transparent electronic circuits. Polymers or inks can be used as printable inks onto polymer-based substrates using various printing technologies, spin coating or vacuum deposition. Plastic electronics can use printed inks on plastic substrates, or it can consist of organic conductive polymers. Applications of plastic electronics will be discussed.
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SC-M05
Research and Industry Skills and Professional Development
This module is designed to provide an overview of multiple skills that will be needed by the professional in the semiconductor (and other) industries.
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SC-M06
Literature Skills and Review
Students will undertake a literature review project on a state-of-the-art semiconductor technology or technologies. They must make a reasoned choice of journal; then follow the format required by that specified journal and its instructions to prepare a substantial literature survey (up to 5000 words). They will also give a presentation (up to 10 minutes) that discusses the fundamental science behind the technology.
