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151-0622-00L 2 Credits BSC , MSC , NDS D-HEST , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET , D-MATL

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Measuring on the Nanometer Scale

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Andreas Stemmer

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:42:08

Abstract

Introduction to theory and practical application of measuring techniques suitable for the nano domain.

Objective

Introduction to theory and practical application of measuring techniques suitable for the nano domain.

Content

Conventional techniques to analyze nano structures using photons and electrons: light microscopy with dark field and differential interference contrast; scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy. Interferometric and other techniques to measure distances. Optical traps. Foundations of scanning probe microscopy: tunneling, atomic force, optical near-field. Interactions between specimen and probe. Current trends, including spectroscopy of material parameters.

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Lecture Notes

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General Information

Language: English
Levels: BSC , MSC , NDS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Measuring on the Nanometer Scale	Thu 10:15-12:00 (ML F 34)	2 h weekly

Offered In

Mechanical Engineering Bachelor
- 6. Semester
  - Focus Specialization
    - Microsystems and Nanoscale Engineering (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Christofer Hierold)
Mechanical Engineering Master
- Core Courses
  - Micro & Nanosystems (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
Biomedical Engineering Master
- Major Courses
  - Bioelectronics
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Bioelectronics track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
  - Bioimaging
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Bioimaging track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
  - Biomechanics
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Biomechanics track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
  - Molecular Bioengineering
    - Track Core Courses (During the Master program, a minimum of 12 CP must be obtained from track core courses.)
Materials Science Master
- Elective Courses (The students are free to choose individually from the entire course offer of ETH Zürich on the Master level. Please consult the study administration in case of questions.)
Micro- and Nanosystems Master
- Core Courses
  - Elective Core Courses
MAS in Medical Physics
- Specialization: General Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering
  - Major in Bioimaging
    - Electives
  - Major in Bioengineering
    - Electives (376-1622-00L Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering (offered in the Autumn Semester) and 376-1624-00L Practical Methods in Biofabrication (offered in the Spring Semester) are mutually exclusive to be eligible for credits.)
  - Major in Bioelectronics
    - Electives
  - Major in Biocompatible Materials
    - Electives
  - Major in Molecular Biology and Biophysics
    - Electives