This online course is organised by the Researcher Academy on behalf of the nmRC

Target Audience: PGRs and ECRs in the Faculties of Engineering, M&HS and Science.

Description: 

This course is designed for electron microscopy users at the nmRC and is suited ideally for novice users or those wanting refresher training. This course will cover:

• Introduction to the nmRC
• Introduction to scanning electron microscopy (SEM)
• Overview of SEM instrumentation
• Introduction to sample preparation for SEM
• Strategies for handling bulk, thick/thin film (plan-view/cross-section) and particulate materials
• Strategies for handling hard, soft and temperature sensitive materials
• Cleaning protocols/plasma cleaning

Learning outcomes

• Familiarisation with nmRC facilities
• Overview of history of SEM
• Functionality of SEM instrumentation
• Applications of SEM
• How to prepare samples for SEM
• Strategies for handling various materials
• Specialist techniques and protocols for sample preparation

Process

This course will be delivered through a blended approach including asynchronous and synchronous delivery.

The scheduled timings for this course are for the synchronous delivery only and the asynchronous delivery must be completed in advance. Overall length of course 4 h.

Asynchronous: Watch and Read. To be completed at own pace in advance of joining the on-line seminar / webchat (Teams). Completion time: approx. 2 h.

Synchronous: Join 2 h seminar after completing asynchronous part of course. Completion time: approx. 2 h

All materials will be available on Moodle course page. The Moodle course page will close to first time enrolments 24 h prior to the start of the webchat.

How the register will be taken

To receive an attendance mark for this training, students must complete both the asynchronous and synchronous content and in the correct order. The register will be collated from both Moodle usage and the seminar register.

Course Accessibility

The following table shows a summary of what is needed to participate in the course. 

If you feel you will experience any difficulties participating, please let us know via the ‘special requirements’ tab, providing as much information as possible. The special requirements tab can be completed when you book your place. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at the nmRC.

Access and/or complete self-study/ pre-course tasks prior to main session(s) on Moodle
Access Moodle for asynchronous aspects of course
Access MS Teams synchronous aspects of course
Attend the live session(s) at the specified date and time
Participate in several online platforms at one time
Use MS Teams chat box function during live sessions
Engage with online materials
Watch and listen to the course tutor(s) and/or other attendees
Follow presentation slides during the course
Take part in group activities/ discussions

Booking Conditions 

Our webinars/ online courses are very popular, especially in the current period and we are experiencing large volumes of people on our waiting lists.  

Please do let us know if you would like to cancel your place on this course so we can offer your place to another delegate. 

Please note, attendances for webinars/ online courses will be recorded and training records updated within 15 working days.