5 ECTS credits
125 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4016978ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
Chap 1: Introduction: More Moore versus More than Moore
Chap 2: Nano-scaled field effect transistors
Chap 3: SOI and FIN-FET devices
Chap 4: Quantum phenomena in (opto)electronic devices
Chap 5: Tunneling field effect transistors
Chap 6: Optical processes
Chap 7: Photodetectors
Chap 7: Sensor applications for nano-scaled devices
Chap 8: Miscellaneous: sensor applications for nano-scaled devices, graphene base devices
An understanding of advanced (opto)electronic devices allows to cope with the design of modern ICT and sensor systems where electronic and opto-electronics converge more and more. The downscaling of transistors has been following for more than 40 years Moore’s law. However, the fabrication of “traditional” nanoscale transistor designs is getting everyday more difficult. Hence a future device engineer is forced to prepare for the dramatic changes of the future. In this course the student will acquire insights in the physical limitations on transistor designs when following classic downscaling rules for bipolar and field effect transistors and the course also prepares the student to invent alternative transistor designs, which push the limits again further away. Several of the options will be treated in more detail, such as FIN-FETS, carbon-based devices, plasma wave devices.
Designing opto-electronic devices at the nano-scale level forces us also to take into account quantum, strain and kinetic effects, but the nano-scale also brings a myriad of new (opto)-electronic sensor applications in the biotech and biomedical field where the nano-scale interface is of paramount importance.
During the lectures the 5 first chapters will treat the treat the mentioned topic in more detail. Chapter 6 will give a bird’s eye overview of the wide range of applications of nano-devices in various field of engineering. A few exercise sessions will be organised to acquire a better understanding of some novel device concepts and to get better insight into some quantitative aspects of the device modeling.
Finally a project will be worked out by a group of students applying an advanced device concept in an exciting sensor application.
The course material will include references to literature.
The Master in Engineering Sciences has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
1. exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering
3. the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
The Master in Engineering Sciences can
4. reformulate complex engineering problems in order to solve them (simplifying assumptions, reducing complexity)
6. correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
7. present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience
8. collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
The Master in Engineering Sciences has
13. a critical attitude towards one’s own results and those of others
16. an attitude of life-long learning as needed for the future development of his/her career
The Master in Electronics and Information Technology Engineering:
17. Has an active knowledge of the theory and applications of electronics, information and communication technology, from component up to system level.
18. Has a profound knowledge of either (i) nano- and opto-electronics and embedded systems, (ii) information and communication technology systems or (iii) measuring, modelling and control.
20. Is able to analyse, specify, design, implement, test and evaluate individual electronic devices, components and algorithms, for signal-processing, communication and complex systems.
21. Is able to model, simulate, measure and control electronic components and physical phenomena.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Oral Exam determines 75% of the final mark.
SELF Practical Assignment determines 25% of the final mark.
Within the Oral Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the SELF Practical Assignment category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Oral examination (75%): Students get a few questions about the content of the course with a very small moment to consult the course material. After this small inspection moment, the students prepare their answers in a closed book format. Finally an oral discussion follows with the examinator.
The reports of the project assignments (25%) will be prepared in group and evaluated as a group work. Afterwards an oral discussion about the written report will take place on an individual base. Course and report material may be consulted during this oral evaluation
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Electronics and Information Technology Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Electrical Engineering: Standaard traject BRUFACE J