| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
1.Acquire basic knowledge in nanotechnology.
2.Become familiar with all types of application of nanotechnology in environmental engineering.
3.Gain general knowledge of possible negative impacts of nanotechnologies.
4.Develop an outlook on nanotechnology development in environmental engineering. |
| 1.Fundamental knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. |
| 3.Professional engineering knowledge and application skills for solving environmental pollution problems and promoting sustainable development. |
| 6.Capability of independent-thinking, innovation and problem-solving. |
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| Exercises |
| Discussion |
| topic Discussion/Production |
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| Attendance |
| Oral Presentation |
| Assignment |
| Quiz |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
Course Introduction
Introduction to Environmental Nanotechnology |
| Week 2 |
Fundamentals of Nanomaterials |
| Week 3 |
Nanomaterial Fabrication |
| Week 4 |
Nanomaterials for Environmental Remediation |
| Week 5 |
Air Pollution Control through Nanotechnology |
| Week 6 |
Midterm Exam |
| Week 7 |
Nanotechnology in Water Treatment |
| Week 8 |
Nanotechnology in Soil Pollution |
| Week 9 |
Nanotechnology in Energy |
| Week 10 |
Nanotechnology in Waste Management |
| Week 11 |
Nanotechnology for Sustainable Agriculture
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| Week 12 |
Environmental Impact and Safety of Nanomaterials |
| Week 13 |
Green Nanotechnology |
| Week 14 |
Nanotechnology in Biomedical Applications |
| Week 15 |
Case Studies of Nanotechnology in Environmental Protection
Debate and Discussion |
| Week 16 |
Final Exam |
| Week 17 |
Self-directed learning (Study multimedia materials related to the industry and academia designated by the teacher) |
| Week 18 |
Self-directed learning (Study multimedia materials related to the industry and academia designated by the teacher) |
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| Evaluation |
Course Participation and attendance: 20%.
Assignments and Quizzes: 10%.
Midterm exam: 25%.
Group Presentation: 20%.
Final exam: 25%. |
| Textbook & other References |
1.Wiesner & Bottero, 2007. Environmental Nanotechnology. McGraw Hill Companies, New York, NY.
2.Hornyak, G.L., H.F. Tibbals, J. Dutta, J.J. Moore. 2009. Fundamentals of Nanotechnology. CRC Press. Boca Raton, Florida.
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| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
| N |
| Office Hours |
| Regular office hours 1-2 pm; 3-5 pm |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs |
| 02.Zero Hunger 03.Good Health and Well-Being 07.Affordable and Clean Energy 09.Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 12.Responsible Consumption 13.Climate Action | include experience courses：N |
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