PHSCS 586

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Transmission Electron Microscopy for Physical Science and Engineering

Physics and Astronomy College of Computational, Mathematical, & Physical Sciences

Course Description

Practical and theoretical aspects of sample preparation, basic and advanced imaging, electron diffraction, and other analytical materials characterization techniques on the transmission electron microscope (TEM).

When Taught

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3

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3

Fixed

2

Fixed

3

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Images

Learning Outcome

Use the TEM to acquire different types of images and diffraction patterns of various materials.

Title

How the TEM works

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the physical components of the TEM and peripheral equipment.

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Alignment

Learning Outcome

Perform basic, necessary alignments of the transmission electron microscope (TEM).

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TEM Research

Learning Outcome

Show understanding of the theory and practice of electron imaging, electron diffraction and X-ray energy dispersive spectrometry, as how they apply to the characterization of materials.