Master degree program
Materials Science and Technology of New Materials (MEPhI)

Materials Science and Technology of New Materials (MEPhI)

QUALIFICATION

  • Scientific and pedagogical direction - Master of Engineering Sciences

MODEL OF GRADUATING STUDENT

ON 1. To systematize the basic scientific information on objects, technologies and strategies of conducting scientific researches on the basis of deep General engineering knowledge in the field of materials science and technology of new materials;
ON 2. Critically evaluate and interpret the latest advances in theory and practice in engineering and engineering;
ON 3. To solve technological problems in new and unfamiliar contexts by methods of research, analysis, diagnostics and modeling of the properties of substances and materials;
ON 4. To predict conditions and optimization of technological processes of production of the necessary quality by means of integration of interdisciplinary knowledge;
ON 5. To formulate the main problems in the field of materials science and technology of new materials, to choose methods and means of their solution;
ON 6. To design production on receiving the finished products conforming to State standart;
ON 7. To apply modern technologies of materials properties management aimed at changing their structure to solve the problems of creating new pilot plants, devices and apparatuses;
ON 8. Use modern information and communication technologies, global information resources in research and computational and analytical activities in materials science and technology of new materials;
ON 9. To develop schemes of modern technological processes of production, processing of materials and products from them, control systems of technological processes;
ON 10. Execute design and working technical documentation in accordance with regulatory documents;
ON 11. Plan and carry out comprehensive research and testing in the study of materials and products, their production processes, processing and modification, generate new ideas.
ON 12. Be capable of reflection, objective assessment of their achievements, and awareness of the need for the formation of new competencies.

Program passport

Speciality Name
Materials Science and Technology of New Materials (MEPhI)
Speciality Code
7M07123
Faculty
of Physics and Technology

disciplines

Foreign Language (professional)
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The purpose is to acquire and improve competencies by international standards of foreign language education and to communicate in an intercultural, professional, and scientific environment. A master's student must integrate new information, understand the organization of languages, interact in society, and defend his point of view.

Functional materials and coatings
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline. formation of a scientific and philosophical knowledge base for a master student aimed at improving traditional and developing new highly effective materials and technologies for their production with the required level of quality and properties. At the end of the course, the master students should be able to: 1. to classify functional materials according to characteristics, the specifics of which determine the practical value of these materials 2. to interpret the physical phenomena caused by electronic processes in functional materials and conditioned by the specific structure 3. explain the reasons for changing the properties of functional materials under various external influences 4. use reference literature and navigate in periodicals on subjects of the discipline to assess problems, approaches and development trends that reflect the current state of the problem of obtaining new coatings with specified functional properties Purpose of the discipline. formation of a scientific and philosophical knowledge base for a master student aimed at improving traditional and developing new highly effective materials and technologies for their production with the required level of quality and properties. During the studying of the discipline, the following aspects will be considered: Basic concepts. Classification of materials. Superconductors. Ferroelectrics and piezoelectrics. Composite materials. Promising magnetic materials. Perspective ceramic materials. Optical transparent materials. Fluorescent materials. Functionality of two-dimensional materials. "Smart" materials. Functional gradient materials and coatings

History and Philosophy of Science
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: Understanding of modern philosophy as a system of scientific knowledge, including worldview in rational-theoretical comprehension. The discipline includes aspects of the evolution and development of scientific thinking, historical moments, the contribution of scientists and scientific schools to the formation of science, and ethical and social aspects of scientific activity.

Modern Materials Science
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The aim of the discipline is to form the ability to create and use modern materials. The training course forms the basis for the creation and improvement of materials for extreme operating conditions. The discipline is aimed at studying such materials as: adaptable, intelligent, dimensionally stable, ultralight, noise-absorbing, self-diagnostic, nanostructured, frame-reinforced, fireproof, hybrid, gradient.

Nanotechnology in Materials
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The aim of course The aim of the study of the basic laws and mechanisms of formation of nanostructured materials in equilibrium and nonequilibrium conditions, depending on their properties on the characteristics of technological processes and ways to create nanomaterials with desired properties. As a result of studying the discipline, the student will be able to: 1. to present the main properties of nanomaterials and technological processes of their production; 2. understand the goals and objectives of nanotechnology and the role of nanomaterials in the modern world; 3. make calculations describing the basis of the theory of nucleation; 4. to analyze the principles of physical methods of obtaining nanocrystalline materials, films, coatings, nanocomposites and nanoporous materials, their advantages and limitations; 5. classify nanomaterials according to their purpose and properties.

Pedagogy of Higher Education
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose: To provide pedagogical theories and practical strategies for effective teaching in higher education, fostering critical thinking, and academic success. The course explores instructional methods, curriculum design, assessment techniques, and classroom management strategies preparing educators to create inclusive and stimulating learning environments.

Psychology of management
  • Number of credits - 3
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Formation of knowledge about the fundamental concepts of management psychology for the practical application of the most critical aspects of management in professional interaction. Basic principles of management psychology, personality in management interactions, management of personality behavior, modern ideas, psychology of managing group phenomena, motivation, and practical reflection.

Solid state electronics
  • Number of credits - 5
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline. The formation the knowledge on semiconductor devices physics and in the field of the semiconductor devices applications in technique and in technology of a new materials production. As the result of discipline study the student can be capable: 1. know the principles of the operation, the main characteristics and parameters and application fields of semiconductor devices and structures. 2. understand approaches and methods to control of semiconductor devices parameters and characteristics. 3. apply obtained knowledge for production semiconductor materials with new functional properties; 4. apply modern semiconductor electronic devices in technological processes for production materials with new desired properties; 5. summarize and systematize scientific information, obtain new scientific and practical data on material sciences, integrate knowledge and pronounce qualified judgments; develop of scientific projects. Appointment оf discipline. The discipline devoted to formation the knowledge on physics of semiconductor devices and tendencies of modern semiconductor electronics.. Content of оf discipline includes the study of follows themes. Semiconductor electronics. Main materials of modern semiconductor electronics. Physics of semiconductor structures. Barriers and contacts. Metal-semiconductor contact. P-n junction. Homo- and heterojunction. Semiconductor devices based on rectification contacts and controlled by electric field: diodes, transistors, thyristors. Optoelectronic devices. Devices based on volumetric properties of semiconductor material.

Data for 2021-2024 years

disciplines

Computer modeling, calculation and design of nanosystems
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is to prepare for independent research and project work as part of research teams, as well as to train specialists in the field of nanomedicine, in particular, in the development, manufacture and use of modern medical nano-, micro- and macro-instruments for monitoring the intended purpose of therapeutic means, programmed and controlled release of drugs in the affected areas, as well as medical visualization of the processes and results of targeted exposure to drugs TV to the lesion sites, specialists who could work in the conditions of the rapid development of new medical technologies, which should ensure high demand for these specialists in the labor market.

Fundamentals of Laser Biomedical Nanotechnology
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is to form knowledge of modern knowledge in the field of interaction of radiation with condensed matter, laser micro- and nanotechnologies, methods of analysis and processing of experimental data and their application to solve practical problems, as well as the formation of knowledge to describe the optical properties of nanosystems, including the concepts of an effective medium and effective dielectric constant of a nanosystem, patterns of light propagation in periodic media and photonic crystals, a description of the properties of nanoparticles systems with a quantum size effect, exciton and photoelectric processes in nanostructures taking into account the spin state of charge carriers, nonlinear optical phenomena in solid state nanosystems, the use of nonlinear optics methods for the diagnosis of nanosystems and solid state nanostructures, as well as the ability to use the knowledge obtained under given conditions.

Laser micro- and nanotechnology.
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is to form knowledge of modern knowledge in the field of interaction of radiation with condensed matter, laser micro- and nanotechnologies, methods of analysis and processing of experimental data and their application to solve practical problems, as well as the formation of knowledge to describe the optical properties of nanosystems, including the concepts of an effective medium and effective dielectric constant of a nanosystem, patterns of light propagation in periodic media and photonic crystals, a description of the properties of nanoparticles systems with a quantum size effect, exciton and photoelectric processes in nanostructures taking into account the spin state of charge carriers, nonlinear optical phenomena in solid state nanosystems, the use of nonlinear optics methods for the diagnosis of nanosystems and solid state nanostructures, as well as the ability to use the knowledge obtained under given conditions.

Non-crystalline Materials
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The aim of course: formation of students in the field of technology of cellular representation, the structure and spectrum of electronical conditions, basic properties and applications of non-crystalline materials. As a result of studying the discipline, the student will be able to: 1. To reveal the essence of different approaches and methods of obtaining non-crystalline materials 2. describe the main technological approaches for the production of non-crystalline materials 3. explain the features of the structure of non-crystalline materials 4. To reveal the features of the spectrum of electronic states, the main properties and application of non-crystalline materials 5. independently conduct a study on the properties of non-crystalline materials and present the results for discussion

Optics and optoelectronics materials
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - The aim of course is to explain students the basic properties and applications of various optics and optoelectronics materials. As a result of studying the discipline, the student will be able to: 1. explain the materials used in micro-, nano-, optoelectronics, and their properties; 2. The basis of the technology of materials for micro-, nano-, optoelectronics and devices based on them; 3. features of electrophysical and optical characteristics of disordered semiconductors; 4. to use the basic formulas for estimating the parameters of materials and devices used in micro-, nano- and optoelectronics, physical phenomena considered in the course, to carry out appropriate measurements and calculations; 5. possess the skills of searching, summarizing and interpreting scientific and technical information on the issues addressed in the course The purpose of the discipline. Discipline is logically connected with the disciplines of physics and technology of semiconductors, semiconductor devices, technological processes of production of semiconductor materials and devices, etc. The substantive part establishes the interrelation of various directions in modern solid-state electronics combined by the main functional element - dynamic heterogeneity in active media. Methodical approach to the study of discipline involves a gradual movement from the principles of the functioning of the basic elements to the device and the work of complex functional units. Entrance knowledge of students, necessary for mastering the discipline: fundamentals of electronics, solid state physics, semiconductor physics, optics.

Optics of nanosystems
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is to form the ability, through the presentation of the physical essence of the elementary interactions of electrons and photons and atoms with the surface, micro- and nanosystems, to set forth the basic local methods for analyzing the component composition, topography and electronic structure of micro and nanostructures under ultra-high vacuum. This will allow future specialists in the field of nanotechnology to use the necessary knowledge and the most appropriate modern techniques for qualified research and the creation of nanostructures for various scientific and technical problems. Also, the formation of knowledge to describe the optical properties of nanosystems, including the concepts of an effective medium and effective dielectric constant of a nanosystem, the laws of light propagation in periodic media and photonic crystals, a description of the properties of nanosystems with a quantum size effect, exciton and photoelectric processes in nanostructures taking into account the spin state of charge carriers , nonlinear optical phenomena in solid-state nanosystems, the use of nonlinear optics methods for the diagnosis of nanosystems and solid-state nanostructures, as well as the ability to use the knowledge obtained under a predetermined condition

Physics and technique of semiconductors
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline. The formation the theoretical and practical knowledge on basic physical phenomena and technique of semiconductors in context of future professional work. As the result of discipline study the student can be capable: 1. describe the basic physical properties and phenomena in semiconductor materials, the main electronic parameters, classification and applications of semiconductors; 2. characterize theoretical basis and technical methods of producing semiconductor materials with desired properties; 3. capable to define the basic semiconductor parameters from the results of study; 4. possess qualified approach to decision of theoretical and practical problems of semiconductor physics and technique; 5. summarize and systematize scientific information, obtain new scientific and practical data on material sciences, integrate knowledge and pronounce qualified judgments; develop of scientific projects.

Research methods for micro- and nanostructures
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is to form the ability, through the presentation of the physical essence of the elementary interactions of electrons and photons and atoms with the surface, micro- and nanosystems, to set forth the basic local methods for analyzing the component composition, topography and electronic structure of micro and nanostructures under ultra-high vacuum. This will allow future specialists in the field of nanotechnology to use the necessary knowledge and the most appropriate modern techniques for qualified research and the creation of nanostructures for various scientific and technical problems. Also, the formation of knowledge to describe the optical properties of nanosystems, including the concepts of an effective medium and effective dielectric constant of a nanosystem, the laws of light propagation in periodic media and photonic crystals, a description of the properties of nanosystems with a quantum size effect, exciton and photoelectric processes in nanostructures taking into account the spin state of charge carriers , nonlinear optical phenomena in solid-state nanosystems, the use of nonlinear optics methods for the diagnosis of nanosystems and solid-state nanostructures, as well as the ability to use the knowledge obtained under a predetermined condition

Solid state physics as applied to nanostructures
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Purpose of the discipline is the formation of students' knowledge about the physical processes during the deposition of films from plasma (with a focus on carbon materials), the principles of methods for analyzing films, methods for processing and structuring them, as well as ideas about the areas of application of plasma-chemical technology and the materials obtained, as well as the formation theoretical and practical knowledge about the laws governing the production of low-dimensional structures, including carbon, on the methods of preparation and their properties, on research methods, as well as their application.

Technological processes of production semiconductor materials
  • Type of control - [RK1+MT+RK2+Exam] (100)
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation a holistic system concept about the processes of production of semiconductor materials. As a result of studying the discipline, the student will be able to: 1. describe the main methods of obtaining modern semiconductor materials; 2. explain the specifics of the main processes of production of semiconductor materials and devices in stages and the operating principle of the equipment used; 3. classify the types of production technologies of modern semiconductor materials; 4. explain the rules for assembling and assigning semiconductor devices; 5. calculate the parameters and make a technological forecast of the modes of production of semiconductor material for use in a device of a certain purpose and present the results for discussion

Data for 2021-2024 years

INTERNSHIPS

Pedagogical
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - Aim оf discipline: formation of the ability to carry out educational activities in universities, to design the educational process and conduct certain types of training sessions using innovative educational technologies.

Research
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice: gaining experience in the study of an actual scientific problem, expand the professional knowledge gained in the learning process, and developing practical skills for conducting independent scientific work. The practice is aimed at developing the skills of research, analysis and application of economic knowledge.

Research Practice
  • Type of control - Защита практики
  • Description - The purpose of the practice is to develop the ability to plan and conduct research work. The practice develops academic skills, including the preparation and conduct of research work, both individually and as part of research teams and structural units of scientific institutions. The research practice aims to collect and process large amounts of data (factual material) using modern information and communication technologies to carry out the research work. During the course of research practice students should be competent in: - plan research and development work; - to work with scientific literature independently: to annotate scientific sources, to make abstracts and reviews; - independently conduct scientific research in the field of language system and basic laws of literature development; - use modern information resources to solve research problems; - collect, process, analyze and systematize scientific information; - use innovative methods of domestic and foreign philological schools; - argumentatively present the results of scientific research; - prepare and edit scientific publications: theses, articles. During the course of research practice students will learn following aspects: Theoretical foundations of research work. Modern methods and techniques in philological research. Independent development of scientific and applied projects in the field of linguistics and literary criticism. Rule of formation of educational and methodical literature. Interpretation of the results of scientific research.

Data for 2021-2024 years