MS 4014: Nanomaterials: fundamentals and applications

This course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of nanomaterials in terms of the synthesis, characterization, properties, and applications. It will cover the fundamental scientific principles for the different synthesis techniques, assembly of nanostructured materials and, new physical and chemical properties at the nanoscale. Existing and emerging applications will also be discussed through case studies.

MS 4630: Photovoltaic Devices and Energy Storage

The course aims to introduce the concept of energy harnessing and energy storage technology through photovoltaics and batteries. It would teach students the challenges in boosting the efficiency of PV devices through understanding of PV device principles and the factors affecting the PV cell efficiency. The course would also teach students energy storage, supercapacitor and batteries concepts, lithium ion battery technology, essential techniques and technology of batteries/supercapacitors through understanding the underlying kinetics and thermodynamics of electrode processes occurring in various batteries.