NSE 522E - Nanoelectronics

Course Objectives

This course delves into the fascinating realm of nanoelectronics, exploring the miniaturization of electronic components and the unique properties of nanomaterials. The syllabus covers a range of topics essential for understanding this cutting-edge field:
• Semiconductor Fundamentals: Explore semiconductor phenomena, characteristics, energy band theory, and electrical conduction.
• PN Junctions: Understand the properties and characteristics of PN junctions, as well as the behavior of resistance, capacitance, and passive elements.
• Transistor Technology: Study the structures, characteristics, and models of bipolar transistors, JFETs, MESFETs, and MOS transistors.
• Advanced FETs: Discover the advancements in Field-Effect Transistors (FETs) and their applications.
• Memory Elements: Learn about memory elements and their role in nanoelectronics.
• Nano-Based Electronic Devices: Explore emerging technologies like Single Electron Transistors (SETs) and Carbon Nanotube Field-Effect Transistors (CNT FETs).
• Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) and NEMS: Understand the principles and applications of MEMS and NEMS.
• Organic Nanoelectronics: Study the advancements and applications of organic materials in nanoelectronics.
• Nanobioelectronics: Explore the intersection of nanotechnology and biomedical applications.
• Biomedical and Technological Applications: Learn about the use of nanoelectronics in drug delivery, prosthetics, memory devices, telemetry, and RF MEMS technology.

Course Description

Nanoelectronics