NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 奈米科技與環境保護(3390)
(Eng.) Nanotechnology and Environmental Protection
Offering Dept Department of Environmental Engineering
Course Type Elective Credits 3 Teacher Remi Nicolas CHAUVY
Department Department of Environmental Engineering/Undergraduate Language English Semester 2024-FALL
Course Description This lecture provides a comprehensive understanding of the concepts related to environmental nanotechnology, in particular for environmental remediation, including the impact to the environments.
Prerequisites
self-directed learning in the course Y
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
Attendance
Oral Presentation
Assignment
Quiz
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
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)
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.
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
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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 Actioninclude experience courses:N
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