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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification course is a 12-week duration programme. The certification course prerequisite is knowledge of basic optics and physics. This course offers an extensive curriculum that covers electron diffraction and imaging aspects such as symmetry in crystals, reciprocal space and electron microscope, different types of projections, and fundamentals of diffraction.

The students will also explore the contrast theory (kinematical and dynamical theory) and phase contrast microscopy after completing the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification by NPTEL. They will also learn the basics of electron crystallography, computation of intensity of diffraction pattern, and a brief introduction to recent techniques in electron microscopy.

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The Highlights

Video Course
30 Hours/12 Weeks
ElectiveUG/PG
Completion Certification

Programme Offerings

videos
Transcripts
assignments
Revision

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	IIT Madras

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

The students must have the knowledge of basic optics and physics to enroll for the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification course.

Certification Qualifying Details

The candidates will get a certificate after completing the Electron Diffraction and Imaging online course.

What you will learn

The candidates gain in-depth knowledge of electron diffraction and imaging, crystal structure, and symmetry after completing the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification syllabus. They will also learn about the different techniques used in microscopes, and how to interpret the results to get the best information of a particular sample.

The students explore the different types of projections, electron microscope and computation of intensity of diffraction patterns upon completion of the Electron Diffraction and Imaging training. The students with the support of leading industry experts will apply the learned techniques and principles in real-world projects. They will also get a revision at the end of the course.

Who it is for

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This certification course is designed for aspiring students seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge. This course can also be beneficial for:

Admission Details

To enroll in the Electron Diffraction and Imaging classes, follow these steps:

Step 1: Browse the link mentioned below:

https://nptel.ac.in/courses/112106223

Step 2: "Login In" and Sign In with either Google or Microsoft Account or create a separate account.

Step 3: Fill out the registration form with the required details, submit it and join the course.

The Syllabus

Lecture-1 1D-2D-3D lattice
Lecture-2 Stereographic projection-1
Lecture-3 Stereographic Projection -2

Symmetry in 1-D crystals
Symmetry in 2-D crystals
Symmetry in 3-D crystals

Understanding IUCr tables
Symmetry in 3-D Crystals
Reciprocal lattice
Directions Planes and zone axes
Interplanar distances and angles

Diffraction-01
Diffraction-02
Diffraction-Structure and Shape Factor
Transformation of Indices

Microscope-01
Microscope-02
Kikuchi Diffraction

Double Diffraction and CBED
CBED and Precession Electron Diffraction
Indexing Diffraction Pattern
Correlation of Diffraction Spots to Microstructure
3-Index to 4-Index System

Kinematical and Dynamical Theory of Diffraction and Imaging
Contrast from Planar Defects
Contrast from Strain Fields

Atomic Scattering Factor
Coherence
Lens Aberrations

Phase Contrast Microscopy-01
Phase Contrast Microscopy-02
Phase Contrast Microscopy-03

STEM
ELES and EDS
Recent trends

Energy dispersive Spectroscopy
Revision 1
Revision 2

Revision of Recent Trends in Microscopy
Crystallography Revision

Evaluation process

The students can take examination and qualify with minimum marks of 25 percent in assignments and 75 percent in the written examination out of 100. The exam is optional and can be taken if the student wants a certificate from NPTEL for completing the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification course.

IIT Madras Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the Electron Diffraction and Imaging training?

The duration of the certification course is 12 weeks or 30 hours. The course equips the students with the required skills and knowledge of electron microscopes and recent techniques of electron microscopy.

2: What is the Electron Diffraction and Imaging online course curriculum?

The certification course curriculum covers various topics such as crystal structure, symmetry, reciprocal space, types of projections, different types and fundamentals of diffraction, contrast theory and imaging of different types of defects.

3: What is the prerequisite to pursue the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification course?

This certification course requires a prerequisite of knowledge of basic optics and physics.

4: Who can join the Electron Diffraction and Imaging online course?

Students who are pursuing undergraduate and postgraduation can enroll for this certification course.

5: Is the Electron Diffraction and Imaging certification course is Co-ordinated by IIT Madras?

This certification course is Co-ordinated by IIT Madras. The courses provided by the NPTEL in the form of video are created by the Subject Matter Experts (SME - faculty from IITs or partner institutes with input from industry).