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Microscopy Training TEM I - Introduction to TEM
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:39
Abstract
The introductory course on Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) provides theoretical and hands-on learning for beginners who are interested in using TEM for their Master or PhD thesis. TEM sample preparation techniques are also discussed. During hands-on sessions at different TEM instruments, students will have the opportunity to examine their own samples if time allows.
Objective
Understanding of 1. the set-up and individual components of a TEM 2. the basics of electron optics and image formation 3. the basics of electron beam – sample interactions 4. the contrast mechanism 5. various sample preparation techniques Learning how to 1. align and operate a TEM 2. acquire data using different operation modes of a TEM instrument, i.e. Bright-field and Dark-field imaging 3. record electron diffraction patterns and index diffraction patterns 4. interpret TEM data
Content
Lectures: - basics of electron optics and the TEM instrument set-up - TEM imaging modes and image contrast - STEM operation mode - Sample preparation techniques for hard and soft materials Practicals: - Demo, practical demonstration of a TEM: instrument components, alignment, etc. - Hands-on training for students: sample loading, instrument alignment and data acquisition. - Sample preparation for different types of materials - Practical work with TEMs - Demonstration of advanced Transmission Electron Microscopy techniques
Resources
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes will be distributed.
Literature
- Williams, Carter: Transmission Electron Microscopy, Plenum Press, 1996 - Hawkes, Valdre: Biophysical Electron Microscopy, Academic Press, 1990 - Egerton: Physical Principles of Electron Microscopy: an introduction to TEM, SEM and AEM, Springer Verlag, 2007
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Signup End
- 09.11.2026
Course Components
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Microscopy Training TEM I - Introduction to TEM
This block course will take place during 5 full days [DATUM]. Lectures will be held in the seminar room, practical exercises in rooms of ScopeM.
There will be no repetition of this course, but it's offered every semester.
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No time listed | 35 h semesterly |
Offered In
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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.)
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General Electives (Students may choose General Electives from the entire course programme of ETH Zurich - with the following restrictions: courses that belong to the first or second year of a Bachelor curriculum at ETH Zurich as well as courses from GESS "Science in Perspective" are not eligible here. The following courses are explicitly recommended to physics students by their lecturers. (Courses in this list may be assigned to the category "General Electives" directly in myStudies. For the category assignment of other eligible courses keep the choice "no category" and take contact with the Study Administration ( ) after having received the credits.))
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Doctorate Materials Science (Further information at: )
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