Photonics and Nanotechnology (minor)

After successful completion of the minor, the student

• can apply principles of physics and mathematical models for analysis of some semiconductor devices and photonic systems
• can design and characterize at least some device types in micro- and nanotechnology.
• can explain fabrication methods and processes to realize some micro- and nanodevices.

Code: ELEC3054

Extent: 25 ECTS

Curriculum: 2024–2026

Level: Masters

Language of instruction: English

Theme: Materials and sustainable use of natural resources

Teacher in charge: Markku Sopanen

Administrative contact: Jenni Tulensalo

Organising department: Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering

Target group: All Aalto students

Prerequisites: ELEC-E4130 Electromagnetic fields, ELEC-E3140 Semiconductor physics, and ELECE9111 Mathematical Computing, or equivalent knowledge.

Quotas and restrictions: -

Application process: No separate application procedure.

The main goal of this minor is to give the student sufficient theoretical and practical skills in physics, electromagnetic radiation, modeling, optics, and in materials-related topics to master the general physical phenomena that can be applied from nanosciences up to space physics. The curriculum can be personalized according to the student’s particular field of interest.

Minor students can focus in one of the following areas: Nanotechnology, Photonics or Advanced Materials. Micro- and Nanotechnology focuses on operational principles and fabrication techniques of devices, e.g., LEDs, diode lasers, solar cells and nanoelectronic devices. Photonics focuses on production, guiding, modulation and detection of light. Advanced Materials focuses especially on nanoscale semiconductors, functional materials , emerging new materials, like graphene and other 2D materials, and their applications.

The student is expected to gain such a good knowledge in natural sciences that it enables understanding the basic physical and natural processes behind modern high-technology devices and materials. The student can also apply these principles to design and invent novel applications utilizing, e.g., nanotechnology.

Basic information

Sivuaine suomeksi: Fotoniikka ja nanoteknologia

Biämne på svenska: Fotonik och nanoteknologi

Code: ELEC30XX

Extent: 25 ECTS

Language: English

Teacher in charge: Markku Sopanen

Target group: All Aalto students

Prerequisites: ELEC-E4130 Electromagnetic fields, ELEC-E3140 Semiconductor physics, and ELECE9111 Mathematical Computing, or equivalent knowledge.

Content and structure of the minor

The main goal of this minor is to give the student sufficient theoretical and practical skills in physics, electromagnetic radiation, modeling, optics, and in materials-related topics to master the general physical phenomena that can be applied from nanosciences up to space physics. The curriculum can be personalized according to the student’s particular field of interest.

Minor students can focus in one of the following areas: Nanotechnology, Photonics or Advanced Materials. Micro- and Nanotechnology focuses on operational principles and fabrication techniques of devices, e.g., LEDs, diode lasers, solar cells and nanoelectronic devices. Photonics focuses on production, guiding, modulation and detection of light. Advanced Materials focuses especially on nanoscale semiconductors, functional materials , emerging new materials, like graphene and other 2D materials, and their applications.

The student is expected to gain such a good knowledge in natural sciences that it enables understanding the basic physical and natural processes behind modern high-technology devices and materials. The student can also apply these principles to design and invent novel applications utilizing, e.g., nanotechnology.

Basic information

Sivuaine suomeksi: Fotoniikka ja nanoteknologia

Biämne på svenska: Fotonik och nanoteknologi

Code: ELEC30XX

Extent: 25 ECTS

Language: English

Responsible professors: Markku Sopanen, Ilkka Tittonen, Harri Lipsanen, Hele Savin, Zhipei Sun, Erkki Ikonen, Esa Kallio

Prerequisites / Esitietovaatimukset / Förkunskaper: ELEC-E4130 Electromagnetic fields, ELEC-E3140 Semiconductor physics, and ELECE9111 Mathematical Computing, or equivalent knowledge.

Content and structure of the minor

The main goal of this minor is to give the student sufficient theoretical and practical skills in physics, electromagnetic radiation, modeling, optics, and in materials-related topics to master the general physical phenomena that can be applied from nanosciences up to space physics. The curriculum can be personalized according to the student’s particular field of interest.

Minor students can focus in one of the following areas: Nanotechnology, Photonics or Advanced Materials. Micro- and Nanotechnology focuses on operational principles and fabrication techniques of devices, e.g., LEDs, diode lasers, solar cells and nanoelectronic devices. Photonics focuses on production, guiding, modulation and detection of light. Advanced Materials focuses especially on nanoscale semiconductors, functional materials , emerging new materials, like graphene and other 2D materials, and their applications.

The student is expected to gain such a good knowledge in natural sciences that it enables understanding the basic physical and natural processes behind modern high-technology devices and materials. The student can also apply these principles to design and invent novel applications utilizing, e.g., nanotechnology.