Frequently Asked
Q&A
Q : In terms of any requirements
one might need for this program, what are they, if any...?
A :
Any individual with a science/engineering background should
have the necessary skills to gain much from the Nano Training
Bootcamp. There are no specific requirements.
Q : How is the
Nano Training Bootcamp going to bridge the knowledge gap between
lets say chemical engineers and mechanical engineers in a way
that is effective and good for both parties in this example?
A :
The instructors for the Bootcamp come from various disciplines.
As Nanotechnology is inherently multidisciplinary we do not
limit ourselves to mechanical engineers or to mechanical engineering
examples/concepts. We believe this is really the only rational
approach to this topic.
Q : Does
one need to bring anything to the Nano Training Bootcamp or
would any and all materials needed for it be provided at the
training session?
A : All materials will
be provided.
Q : How intensive
is the training?
A : It's
intensive in the extent of the presented material. We begin
the week by providing some background lectures on the fundamentals
first before proceeding to tools and then to devices and more
application specific topics.
Q : Are we all
going to practice, lets say using a characterization tool or
technique?
A : Yes,
this year we are having two 1/2 day sessions in a nanofab facility
& a characterization facility. You will have the opportunity
for hands on work in several areas as outlined in the program.
Q : How personalized
will the teaching be? (instructor to student ratio?)
A :
We expect 80-100 or so "students" for the Bootcamp.
There is always a single lecture proceeding at a time. There
is limited time for questions in this format, but there are
breaks where questions can be answered.
Q : What kind
of learning paradigm will I expect as I enter the Nano Training
Bootcamp?
A :
It will mostly (with the exception of the two half day hands
on practicals) be powerpoint slide presentation and a lecture
mode.
Q : Can you recommend any references
to look at before the program?
A : Yes,
click here for a partial list of references.
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