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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 Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy certification course is an 8-week duration programme. The certification course is an undergraduate-level course on the microstructural characterisation of materials. The course focuses on the basic principles and techniques of X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy.

The certification course covers a comprehensive curriculum that covers fundamentals of X-ray scattering, and crystallite size, the effect of strain on the intensity. The Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy certification by NPTEL provides students with the required skills and knowledge in the industry.

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The Highlights

Video Course
8 Weeks Duration
Completion Certification

Programme Offerings

hands-on training
assignments
Transcripts

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IIT Madras

Eligibility Criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To receive a certificate, the candidates must register for the examination and qualify to receive a certificate. The students can gain a certificate upon competition in the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy online course.

What you will learn

After completing the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy certification syllabus candidates will learn the basics of X-Ray emission from source, electron excitation, and X-Ray interactions with materials in general. They will also learn the fundamentals of transmission electron microscopy and the basics of diffraction.

The students will gain hands-on training through the leading industrial experts. Upon the completion of the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy training, the students will be able to apply the learned techniques and methods in real-world projects. They will also gain a deep understanding of indexing of diffraction patterns, and quantitative analysis.

Who it is for

ScientistResearch Associate

The Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy online course is beneficial for aspiring students to improve or gain relevant skills and knowledge. This course is beneficial for Radiographers, Scan Technologists, Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, Mammographer, Scientists and Research Associate.

Admission Details

To join the Fundamentals of X-ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy classes, follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Browse the link mentioned below:

https://nptel.ac.in/courses/113106069

Step 2: "Login In" and Sign In with a Google account or create a separate account.

Step 3: Fill out the registration form with the mandatory details, submit it and join the course.

The Syllabus

Fundamentals of X-ray scattering
Bragg’s law derivation and the factors affecting the intensity

Crystallite size, effect of strain on the intensity

Profile fit, indexing, peak broadening
Quantitative analysis,residual stress analysis

Instrumentation details and demo experiments

Introduction to transmission electron microscopy

Diffraction and image formation

Various imaging techniques and spectroscopy

Sample preparation and applications
Instrumentation details and demo experiments

Evaluation process

Students are required to pass the examination with a minimum of 25% in the assignments and 75% on the written exam, out of a total of 100 marks. The examination fee is Rs 1000.

Instructors

IIT Madras Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy training?

The duration of the certification course is 8 weeks. The certification course focuses on sample preparation techniques for microstructural analysis with practical examples through videos.

2: What is the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy online course curriculum?

The certification course curriculum includes fundamentals of X-ray scattering, Bragg’s law derivation and the factors affecting the intensity, introduction to transmission electron microscopy, instrumentation details, and demo experiments.

3: How students can register for the Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy certification course?

Students can sign in or register by clicking the "Sign-In or Register" button and filling in the required details. Log in with the registered email ID, select the course, and click on the “Join button.”

4: How students will get a confirmation for their Fundamentals of X-Ray Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy online course payment for examination?

Once the students make the payment online, they will receive a payment successful confirmation on their registered email ID.