Graphic Arts Technology MA, Printed Electronics, 7.5 Credits
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Grafisk teknik AV, Tryckt elektronik, 7,5 hp
Graphic Arts Technology MA, Printed Electronics, 7.5 Credits
General data
- Code: GT006A
- Subject/Main field: Graphic Arts Engineering
- Cycle: Second cycle
- Credits: 7,5
- Progressive specialization: A1N - Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
- Education area: Teknik 100%
- Answerable faculty: Faculty of Science, Technology and Media
- Answerable department: Department of Information Technology and Media
- Approved: 2010-11-19
- Version valid from: 2011-01-01
Aim
The student should acquire knowledge within the field of printed electronics and be able to determine the possibilities and limitations of different materials and production methods commonly used in the industry. After completion of the course, the student should understand the construction and functionality of various printable electronic components, and be able to independently choose suitable printing technologies, materials and substrates for different cases.
Course objectives
The student should be able to:
- Explain the difference between how traditional and printed electronic devices are manufactured and each methods advantages and limitations.
- Explain the function of different types of printable electronic components.
- Judge different manufacturing methods for printed electronics in relation to substrate and application.
- Judge the suitability of different printable materials and how they can be used.
Content
The following subjects are treated:
- Printed electronics
- The functionality and operation of devices that are relevant in the field of printed electronics, such as transistors, Organic Light Emitting Devices (OLED), solar cells and more.
- Printing techniques and other processes
- Materials for printed electronics and their functionality, such as polymer and metallic inks and different substrates such as plastics and paper.
- Printing techniques relevant to the manufacture of printed electronics, such as inkjet, flexography.
Entry requirements
Degree of Bachelor, Degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or equivalent, in a technical subject with at least 22.5 Credits (22.5 ECTS) in Mathematics.
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Teaching form
The course is a distance course with flexible lectures given over the Internet and in addition self study from the mandatory litterature.
Examination form
1.5 Credits, Assignment, material
Grades: Pass (P) or Fail (F)
1.5 Credits, Assignment, printing
Grades: Pass (P) or Fail (F)
1.5 Credits, Assignment, electronics
Grades: Pass (P) or Fail (F)
3.0 Credits, exam on distance
Grades: A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. A-E are passed and Fx and F are failed.
Grading system
Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
Course reading
Required literature
- Author: Daniel Gamota
- Title: Printed Organic And Molecular Electronics
- Ort: New York
- Publisher: Springer Verlag
Reference literature
- Author: Johansson, K.; Lundberg, P.; Ryberg, R
- Title: A Guide to Graphic Print Production
- Ort: New Jersey
- Edition: 2:a upplagan
- Publisher: JOHN WILEY & SONS