Macromolecular, supramolecular, and nanoscale chemistry content includes three broad areas such as: synthetic polymers, supramolecular aggregates, and/or meso- or nanoscale materials. Basic synthetic approaches for the preparation of MSN materials such as synthetic polymers, inorganic polymers, framework materials, and nanoparticles. Within each area of these systems, topics include: 1) structure, synthesis and/or preparation, 2) characterization, and 3) physical properties. Course content material discusses important aspects in which large scale chemical systems are significantly different than small molecules.

This is an advanced course on a topic that is not part of the formal curriculum. This course is structured as an ordinary course and has specific prerequisites, contact hours, and examination procedures.

This course is a faculty-directed student project or research in chemistry that could be considered of an original nature.

This course is a faculty-directed student project or research involving laboratory work, computer modeling, or theoretical calculations that could be considered of an original nature. The level of study is appropriate for students in their final two years of study.

This course introduces students to state-of-the-art experimental techniques in materials science and engineering. Emphasizing the skill set needed for next-generation semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, the course covers essential materials sample preparation methods, followed by a deep dive into materials characterization using optical and electron spectroscopies, microscopies, and electrical/electronic probes. Students will also explore interface and structure characterization techniques. A highlight of the course is the introduction to advanced and world-class tools, including photoemission spectroscopy and synchrotron-based characterization techniques.

This course is a capstone project using research facilities available inside or outside of RIT.

Dissertation research by the candidate for an appropriate topic as arranged between the candidate and the research advisor.

Continuation of Thesis

This course is a faculty-directed tutorial of appropriate topics that are not part of the formal curriculum. The level of study is appropriate for a masters-level student.

Graduate-level research by the candidate on an appropriate topic as arranged between the candidate and the research advisor.