Verdugo Hills Senior High – Intr Nano Tc A, Intr Nano Tc B, Intr Nano Tc A, Intr Nano Tc B

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Nanotechnology is an exciting new field of study that cuts across all scientific and engineering disciplines. It is concerned with the unique properties associated with assemblies of atoms or molecules on a scale between that of the individual building blocks and the bulk material. Such an ability to control assemblage of material between these two limits provides the potential for improving many evolutionary and revolutionary technologies. Some of the newest developments in biotech and the high-tech industries are based on nanotechnology. This year-long, project-based course will introduce students to several important aspects of nanotechnology, as well pointing to the on-going development of new nanomaterials technology based on nanoscale phenomena. Some aspects of the societal and economic factors influencing nanotechnology development are also covered. The major topics covered in the "i-Nano" course are: (I) Properties of Nanomaterials--explore the origins of the physical, chemical and biological properties of materials, and the applications of nanomaterials (2) Tools for Probing the Nanoworld--explore the use of instruments for measuring properties and phenomena in nanoscale structures and devices (3) Design and Fabrication of Nanomaterials-explore the modeling, simulation, and top­ down and bottom-up fabrication approaches of nanoscale structures and devices (4) Nanomaterials for Energy, Environment, and Pharmaceuticals-explore surface-to­ volume-ratio relationship of nanostructure materials and their applications as catalysts, storage space for energy-rich gases, and chemicals for medication (5) Impact of Nanotechnology-explore the current and impending impacts of this emerging field on various consumer marketplace and industries, as well as, its impact on the integrity, diversity and continuity of life on earth