MTE5197 Engineering with nanomaterials
Faculty of Engineering
MTE5197 Engineering with nanomaterials is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 4 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MTE5197
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MTE5197
No unit lists MTE5197 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
You must be currently enrolled in a master’s course in engineering or related STEM and in a related discipline. The unit assumes that you have the necessary foundational knowledge.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
This unit aims to develop an understanding of synthetic methods, properties and applications of nanomaterials and nanofabrication techniques. The nanomaterials discussed include one-dimensional nanostructures, two-dimensional thin films and membranes, three-dimensional nanocomposites and organic/inorganic nanoparticles. Principles of nanofabrication such as lithography, self-assembly and biomimicry will be introduced. The unit will stress the rational design of properties of nanostructured materials and how they may be exploited for everyday applications, ranging from drug delivery and diagnostics to energy-related areas and (food) packaging.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Group presentationPresentationThreshold hurdle20%
- In-semester testQuiz / TestThreshold hurdle20%
- Lab reportsWrittenThreshold hurdle20%
- Moodle quizzes and PollEv questionsQuiz / TestThreshold hurdle10%
- Final assessmentExaminationThreshold hurdle30%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe in-depth the concepts of nanostructures and interpret the sophisticated structure-property-application relationship.
- 2
Appraise the various techniques for synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials and discuss the advantages and limitations of each method.
- 3
Design a targeted experiment, analyse and critically interpret results and errors, and formulate conclusions, both individually and as part of a team.
- 4
Critically research the literature and assess the viability of a practical application of nanomaterials, which includes analysis of the commercial challenges and economic viability of nanomaterials and their fabrication techniques.
- 5
Exhibit proficient and professional communication skills utilising various media.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Assessments6 hours
- Laboratories6 hours
- Practical activities22 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
The workshops and practicals include both individual and group activities.
The teaching of this unit involves a combination of pre-class reading and recordings.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Kristian Kempe
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Kristian Kempe
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTE5197?
MTE5197 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MTE5197 offered?
In 2026, MTE5197 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is MTE5197?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MTE5197 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.