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Learning Module: Comparison of Scale - Macro, Micro, Nano
06 Jun 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
In order to grasp many of the concepts associated with micro and nano-size devices, one needs to understand scale and the size of objects associated with different scales. This learning module introduces various concepts associated with scale, and a comparison of the macro, micro, and...
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Learning Module: Comparison of Scale: Macro, Micro, Nano - Instructor Guides
06 Jun 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
In order to grasp many of the concepts associated with micro and nano-size devices, one needs to understand scale and the size of objects associated with different scales. This learning module introduces various concepts associated with scale, and a comparison of the macro, micro, and...
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Learning Module: Crystallography Overview for MEMS
27 Apr 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the science of crystallography and its importance to microtechnology and the fabrication of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). Four activities are provided that allow you to further explore several concepts of this science and "see" the...
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Learning Module: Crystallography Overview for MEMS - Instructor Guides
27 Apr 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the science of crystallography and its importance to microtechnology and the fabrication of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). Four activities are provided that allow students to further explore several concepts of this science and "see" the...
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Learning Module: Deposition Processes Overview for Microsystems
28 Apr 2016 | | Contributor(s):: Support Center for Microsystems Education (SCME), MJ Willis
This learning module is an overview of the common deposition processes used for the fabrication of micro-size devices. This learning module discusses thermal oxidation, chemical deposition and physical deposition processes. Activities are provided for further exploration into these...
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Learning Module: Deposition Processes Overview for Microsystems - Instructor Guides
26 Apr 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is an introduction to the common processes used to deposit thin films for the fabrication of micro-size devices. Thermal oxidation and several types of deposition are discussed. Activities provide further exploration into these processes as well as the properties...
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Learning Module: Etch Processes Overview for Microsystems
25 Apr 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the most common etch processes used for the fabrication of microsystems. Activities allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the terminology and basic concepts of these processes.
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Learning Module: Etch Processes Overview for Microsystems - Instructor Guides
25 Apr 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the most common etch processes used for the fabrication of microsystems. Activities allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the terminology and basic concepts of these processes.
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Learning Module: Hazardous Materials I and II
27 Mar 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides information on hazardous materials and how these materials could affect one's health and the safety of the working environment. This information should provide students and employees with the knowledge and confidence needed to work in environments in which...
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Learning Module: Hazardous Materials I and II - Instructor Guides
27 Mar 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides information on hazardous materials and how these materials could affect one's health and the safety of the working environment. This information should provide students and employees with the knowledge and confidence needed to work in environments in which...
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Learning Module: History of MEMS
10 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides a timeline of the progression of microtechnology through a series of innovations that starts with the first Point Contact Transistor built in 1947 and ends with the optical network switch in 1999. Activities provide the opportunity to build on this timeline and...
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Learning Module: History of MEMS - Instructor Guides
10 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides a timeline of the progression of microtechnology through a series of innovations that starts with the first Point Contact Transistor built in 1947 and ends with the optical network switch in 1999. Activities provide the opportunity to build on this timeline and...
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Learning Module: Interpreting Chemical Labels
27 Mar 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
The fabrication of micro and nano devices requires the use of several types of chemicals, both inert and hazardous. OSHA requires specific information about a chemical to be on its label. This learning module provides information needed to interpret chemical labels and symbols used. ...
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Learning Module: Interpreting Chemical Labels - Instructor Guide
27 Mar 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
The fabrication of micro and nano devices requires the use of several types of chemicals, both inert and hazardous. OSHA requires specific information about a chemical to be on its label. This learning module provides information needed to interpret chemical labels and symbols used. ...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Actuators
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "actuators" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Actuators - Instructor Guides
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "actuators" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Sensors
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "sensors" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Sensors - Instructor Guides
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "sensors" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Transducers
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "transducers" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Transducers - Instructor Guides
17 May 2017 | | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "transducers" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...