Modiwl ICE-4322:
Laser Fabrication
Laser Fabrication 2024-25
ICE-4322
2024-25
School Of Computer Science And Electronic Engineering
Module - Semester 1
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Iestyn Pierce
Overview
Indicative content includes:
- Manufacture a series of microelectrodes using UV photolithography. Experimental stages include substrate preparation, metal deposition, resist coating, UV exposure, developing and final inspection.
- Manufacture of microfluidic channels using PDMS. Mould production using dry film laminates. Substrate preparation. PDMS casting. Surface treatment. Fluidic tests and inspection.
- Assessment of laser micromachining parameters using direct write laser micromachining. Microfabrication of laser micromachined structures.
Learning Outcomes
- Construct components using Photolithography processes and tools.
- Demonstrate a command of the principles of Laser Micromachining, by fashioning an appropriate product using a Femtosecond Laser.
- Operate relevant equipment, applying appropriate principles, to create a product using Soft Lithography.
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Report 3
Weighting
30%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Report 2
Weighting
35%
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Report 1
Weighting
35%