327-2125-00L  Microscopy Training SEM I - Introduction to SEM

SemesterSpring Semester 2019
LecturersK. Kunze, A. G. Bittermann, S. Gerstl, L. Grafulha Morales, J. Reuteler
Periodicityevery semester recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentLimited number of participants.

Master students will have priority over PhD students. PhD students may still enroll, but will be asked for a fee (Link).



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
327-2125-00 PMicroscopy Training SEM I - Introduction to SEM Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers.
This block course will take place from 18.-22.03.2019, all five days during 9-17. Lecture rooms are indicated below, practicals take place in rooms of ScopeM.
A repetition of the course will take place from June 24.-28., 2019.
40s hrs
18.03.08:45-12:30HIT F 31.2 »
19.03.08:45-12:30HIT F 31.2 »
20.03.08:45-12:30HIT F 31.2 »
22.03.12:45-15:30HIT F 31.2 »
24.06.08:45-12:30HIT F 11.1 »
25.06.08:45-12:30HIT F 11.1 »
26.06.08:45-12:30HIT F 11.1 »
28.06.12:45-15:30HIT F 11.1 »
K. Kunze, A. G. Bittermann, S. Gerstl, L. Grafulha Morales, J. Reuteler

Catalogue data

AbstractThe introductory course on Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) emphasizes hands-on learning. Using 2 SEM instruments, students have the opportunity to study their own samples, or standard test samples, as well as solving exercises provided by ScopeM scientists.
Objective- Set-up, align and operate a SEM successfully and safely.
- Accomplish imaging tasks successfully and optimize microscope performances.
- Master the operation of a low-vacuum and field-emission SEM and EDX instrument.
- Perform sample preparation with corresponding techniques and equipment for imaging and analysis
- Acquire techniques in obtaining secondary electron and backscatter electron micrographs
- Perform EDX qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis
ContentDuring the course, students learn through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on sessions how to setup and operate SEM instruments, including low-vacuum and low-voltage applications.
This course gives basic skills for students new to SEM. At the end of the course, students with no prior experience are able to align a SEM, to obtain secondary electron (SE) and backscatter electron (BSE) micrographs and to perform energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) qualitative and semi-quantitative analysis. The procedures to better utilize SEM to solve practical problems and to optimize SEM analysis for a wide range of materials will be emphasized.

- Discussion of students' sample/interest
- Introduction and discussion on Electron Microscopy and instrumentation
- Lectures on electron sources, electron lenses and probe formation
- Lectures on beam/specimen interaction, image formation, image contrast and imaging modes.
- Lectures on sample preparation techniques for EM
- Brief description and demonstration of the SEM microscope
- Practice on beam/specimen interaction, image formation, image contrast (and image processing)
- Student participation on sample preparation techniques
- Scanning Electron Microscopy lab exercises: setup and operate the instrument under various imaging modalities
- Lecture and demonstrations on X-ray micro-analysis (theory and detection), qualitative and semi-quantitative EDX and point analysis, linescans and spectral mapping
- Practice on real-world samples and report results
Literature- Detailed course manual
- 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
Prerequisites / NoticeNo mandatory prerequisites. Please consider the prior attendance to EM Basic lectures (551- 1618-00V; 227-0390-00L; 327-0703-00L) as suggested prerequisite.

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits2 credits
ExaminersA. G. Bittermann, S. Gerstl, L. Grafulha Morales, K. Kunze, J. Reuteler
Typeungraded semester performance
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionRepetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit.
Additional information on mode of examinationOral presentation and discussion about the SEM images and results obtained during the course.

Learning materials

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Only public learning materials are listed.

Groups

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Restrictions

General : Special students and auditors need a special permission from the lecturers
PlacesLimited number of places. Special selection procedure.
Waiting listuntil 05.04.2019
End of registration periodRegistration only possible until 04.03.2019

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