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327-0313-00L 3 Credits BSC D-MATL
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Materials Characterization I

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Alessandro Lauria, Prof. Dr. Athina Anastasaki
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:16:27

Abstract

Introduction into the main spectroscopic methods and their applications to gain compositional and structural information.

Objective

The aim of the course is to enable the students to select and apply the optimal analytical/spectroscopic methods for the identification of organic, inorganic and polymeric materials.

Content

Particular emphasis is given to qualitative and quantitative analysis of material composition at the atomic/molecular level by mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, vibrational and UV-vis spectroscopy, thermal analysis, nuclear magnetic resonance. The course will include lectures as well as hands-on practical sessions.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
None

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Materials Characterization I
  • Fri 07:45-10:30 (HCI H 8.1)
3 h weekly

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