Advanced Functional Thin Films: From Fabrication to Devices 26-27 S2

This course provides a comprehensive theoretical framework encompassing the entire scientific spectrum from functional materials to device integration.
It introduces the fundamental principles of thin film deposition, including physical and chemical methods, and discusses how process parameters affect microstructure and functional properties.

It particularly emphasizes functional oxide thin films, such as ferroelectric and piezoelectric materials, relevant to sensing and actuator applications.
The course also covers advanced characterization techniques used to study structural, electrical, and electromechanical properties at the micro and nanoscale levels. Finally, the course addresses the theoretical foundations of micro and nanofabrication processes, and how functional thin films are integrated into devices such as capacitors, sensors, and actuators.

Teaching language: English

1. Mode of Delivery: online live and online self-study

Online live and self-study.

3h lecture/week during.

2. Learning resources and tools: Lecture notes and slides, scientific publication, case studies from current research projects

Course units:

1. Functional Materials for Thin Films
2. Thin Film Deposition Techniques
3. Characterization of Thin Films
4. Micro/Nano fabrication
5. Devices Based on Functional Thin Films

• EUNICE student: enrolled as a student in one of the universities of EUNICE European University consortium (check universities here).
• English level: B2.
• Master/PhD in Materials Science, Electronics, Nanotechnology

Study Level: Master, PhD

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• BTU students: a Learning Agreement must be completed in advance in coordination with your departmental advisor. Please contact your examination office and study programme coordinator in good time once you are accepted for the courses you would like to attend. For any other questions you can contact: eunice@b-tu.de
• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr
• UoP students: for questions about enrolment and recognition please consult  the responsible person at your university (Director of Studies or ECTS coordinator) or contact eunice@go.uop.gr

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition?  Contact your EUNICE courses coordinator.