X-ray Diffraction and Crystallography
(愛克斯光繞射及結晶學)
Semester: 2
Course Code: TX5004701
Credits: 3
Required/Elective: Elective
EMI: Yes
Undergraduate/Graduate: Graduate
Course Objectives:
X-ray Diffraction and Crystallography introduces fundamental concepts in X-ray diffraction & Crystallography. Students who take this course will learn about (1) Geometry and structures of crystals, (2) Indexing of crystals, (3) Properties of X-ray, (4) Diffraction theories, (5) Diffraction intensities, (6) Diffraction methods, and (7) Practical applications for XRD analyses. There will also be practical XRD experiments in groups for students who take this course. This course will help the students to apply XRD techniques and realize the basic principles of them.
Outline of Lectures:
The following schedule may be rearranged as needed.
Chapter 1: Introduction to the Course
Chapter 2: Crystallography: Geometry and Structures of Crystals
Chapter 3: Crystallography: Indexing of Crystals
Chapter 4: X-ray Diffraction: Properties of X-Rays
Chapter 5: X-ray Diffraction: Diffraction Theories
Chapter 6: X-ray Diffraction: Diffraction Methods
Chapter 7: X-ray Diffraction: Intensities
Other: Radiation safety training (lectured by an industrial expert)
Other: Group practical XRD experiments
Method of Instruction:
75% Lecture
25% Group practical experiment
Textbook:
Bernard Dennis Cullity and Stuart R. Stock, “Elements of X-Ray Diffraction,” 3rd Edition, Pearson.
Reference:
William D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rethwisch, "Callister's Materials Science and Engineering, 10th Edition," Global Edition, Wiley.
Notice:
Prof. Liang will also review the essential concepts in Chinese in every class in case some students have difficulty understanding the knowledge during English speaking.
Grading:
1. Attendance 20%
2. Midterm exam 40% (Closed-book & calculators are allowed)
3. Final exam 40% (Closed-book & calculators are allowed)
Note 1: The questions will be expressed in English, but the solutions to the questions can be answered in Chinese.
Note 2: The exams will be fundamental and straightforward. So, please don't cheat!
Note:
Office hours: Please feel free to email me anytime if you have questions.