1.Basic Elements of Nano-science and Nanotechnology : Engineering scale of nanotechnology, different classes of nano-materials, synthesis of nano-materials, fabrication and characterization of nanostructures, Engineering applications - Cosmetics and Consumer Goods, Nano Sensor, Nano catalysts, Water Treatment and the Environment, Paints, Food and Agriculture Industry. (Chapter - 1) 2.Nanotechnology and Ceramics : Introduction, Vapor Condensation Methods, Sputtering, Laser Method, Spray Pyrolysis, Thermo Chemical /Flame Decomposition of metal organic Precursors methods. (Chapter - 2) 3.Tools to characterize Nanomaterials : X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Atomic Force Microscopy,UV/Visible Spectroscopy. (Chapter - 3) 4.Surface Engineering : Introduction to surface engineering, Scope of surface engineering for different engineering materials, Surface Preparation methods such as Chemical, Electrochemical, Mechanical : Sand Blasting, Shot peening, Shot blasting, Hydro-blasting, Vapor Phase Degreasing etc., Coatings : Classification, Properties and applications of Various Coatings. (Chapter - 4) 5.Different methods for surface modifications : Surface modification by use of directed energy beams, Plasma, Sputtering & Ion Implantation. Surface modification by Friction stir processing. Surface composites. (Chapter - 5) 6.Case studies based on coatings and surface modification of important engineering components.
