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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Soft Nano Technology programme aims to introduce candidates to the patterning of thin films and the applications of Nano-patterned films and surfaces. Some basic concepts of surface tension and wetting will be discussed, besides Photo-lithography and nano-imprint lithography. Candidates will also learn about the Atomic force microscope, a crucial instrument used in nanotechnology research.
The Soft Nano Technology course is curated by IIT Kharagpur and is taught by Professor Rabibrata Mukerjee, an institute's eminent faculty. It is an elective programme, which can be completed in eight weeks. It is designed for UG and PG level students and can also be pursued by Ph.D. level students. It is an AICTE approved FDP course which falls under the category of Chemical Engineering.
The Soft Nano Technology certification is an online programme offering the option for self-paced learning. There is plenty of reference material and video tutorials which the candidates can access at their convenience. Swayam will also issue a digital certificate to candidates who take the proctored exam and meet the required minimum marks criteria.
The Highlights
- Elective course
- Online training
- AICTE approved FDP course
- UG/PG-level programme
- 8-week duration
- Curated by IIT Kharagpur
- Top instructor support
- Digital certificate
- Graded internal assessments
Programme Offerings
- online learning
- offline certification test
- video tutorials
- Free Admission
- Learn at your own pace
- digital certificate
- course material
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 1000 | yes | IIT Kharagpur |
- Students don’t need to pay any admission fee for the Soft Nano Technology certification course. Students will get access to the course material free of cost.
- To get the certification, candidates need to pay Rs. 1000.
Soft Nano Technology fee structure
Course option | Fee |
Soft Nano Technology (Course content access only) | Free |
Soft Nano Technology (With certificate) | Rs. 1000 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who want to participate in the Soft Nano Technology training course by Swayam must possess a basic knowledge of Fluid Mechanics.
Certificate Qualifying Details
Besides, candidates will be eligible for the Soft Nano Technology certificate only if they score at least 30/75 in the course-end examination (75% weightage) and have an average internal score of at least 10/25 (25% weightage). The average internal assessment score is calculated by considering the candidates’ six best-scored assignments.
What you will learn
Candidates will learn the following after completing the Soft Nano Technology syllabus:
- How to create nano-patterns on soft surfaces and polymer films.
- Concepts related to surface tension and nano-patterning.
- The different applications of Nano Patterned surfaces.
- Various soft lithography techniques, helping in forming nano-patterns.
- The working principles and concepts behind the instruments which are used in Nanotechnology research.
Who it is for
The Soft Nano Technology syllabus is designed for candidates who are pursuing either of the following disciplines:
- Elective UG, PG or Ph.D. programmes
- B Tech or M Tech
- BE, ME, MS, or MSc
- Ph.D. candidates
Admission Details
Step 1 – To join the Soft Nano Technology online training, visit the official webpage of the course. Click on the link provided below to reach the course page - https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc22_ch11/preview
Step 2 – Register by selecting the “Sign-in/Register” tab.
Step 3 – If you do not have an account on Swayam, you can either sign-in using your Microsoft or Google ID or your Facebook social ID. Or you can create a new account in Swayam.
Step 4 – Create a new account, locate the “Send verification code” option and click on it to initiate a verification code to be sent to your registered email ID.
Step 5 – Enter the code to confirm your account and hit “Join” to complete enrollment.
Application Details
Swayam does not have any dedicated application form for the Soft Nano Technology training programme. Candidates can just sign-in by providing their email ID, username and create a password or sign-in via their Google ID, Facebook account or Microsoft social ID.
The Syllabus
- Introduction to Patterning of Thin Films
- Application of Nano Patterned Films and Surfaces
- Basic Concepts of Wetting: Cassie and Wenzel Regimes
- Basic Concepts of Surface Tension
- Different Nano Fabrication Regimes including self-assembly
- Micelle formation
- Introduction to Photo Lithography
- Discussion on Photo Lithography: Photo Resists
- Spin Coating
- Exposure
- Development
- Nano Imprint Lithography
- Soft Lithography: Introduction
- Different Techniques
- Soft Lithography Techniques
- Basic Concepts of Atomic Force Microscopy
- Different Imaging Modes of Atomic Force Microscopy
Evaluation process
If the candidate opts for certification, they must appear for a certification exam after completion of the Soft Nano Technology syllabus.
The test will be conducted in two sessions, the morning and the afternoon session. Candidates have to appear for this test in person at the designated test centre on the specified exam date. Once the exam registration begins, Swayam will notify the candidates by posting an announcement link on their portal.
Candidates must pay the certification fee and fill out the exam registration form. All details regarding the test centre, date and timings of the exam will be mentioned in the registration form.
Instructors
IIT Kharagpur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes. The Soft Nano Technology programme by Swayam is an FDP course approved by AICTE.
No. Swaym’s Soft Nano Technology online training is an elective programme.
IIT Kharagpur curates this programme, and the course instructor is Professor Rabibrata Mukherjee.
The Soft Nano Technology course syllabus can be completed in eight weeks.
Only the candidates who apply for certification and appear for the end-term certification exam will be eligible for the course certificate.