This course aims to:• An introduction to the science of crystals, methods of preparing them, their types, and distinguishing between their forms and defects.• Student definition of Miller's evidence, X-ray diffraction and X-ray powder spectroscopy.• Introducing the student to the properties of different crystals such as electric, magnetic, etc. and knowing an introduction to the beam theory.• The student knows how to calculate dipole moment, molar refraction, permanent magnetic moment and induction
Intended learning outcomes
a. Knowledge & understandingA.1 Recognize the basic concepts of crystals and their different types and distinguish between their shapes and defects.A.2 Give the student experience on Miller's evidence, X-ray diffraction and X-ray powder spectroscopy.A.3 Learn about the properties of crystals, the factors affecting them, and the beam theory.A.4 Explain how to calculate dipole moment, molar refraction, permanent magnetic moment and induction.B. Mental skillsB.1 Conducts and suggests appropriate experiments to reach the best methods for preparing crystals with high purity and distinguishing between their shapes.B.2 Participation in research activity on Miller's evidence, X-ray diffraction and X-ray powder spectroscopy.B.3 Uses tools to collect crystals from their different environments to know their properties and the extent of factors affecting them. Uses tools to collect crystals from their different environments for inventory and comparison purposes.B.4 Apply principles of mathematics in calculating dipole moment, molar refraction, permanent magnetic moment and induction.T. Practical & professional skillsC.1 Design an experiment to show and differentiate between natural and synthetic crystals.C.2 Analyzes data from x-rays to find out different crystal defects.C.3 proposes plans for the development of crystallography in terms of its properties and the factors that affected it and the beam theory.C.4 Knowledge of applications for calculating dipole moment, molar refraction, permanent magnetic moment and induction.w. Generic and transferable skillsD.1 be able to display the data.D.2 The ability to use the Internet to obtain the required information.D.3 The graduate's ability to work in groups.
Teaching and learning methods
• Direct explanation of topics through theoretical lectures and office hours for the course professor to answer students' inquiries.• Solving questions and homework.• Panel discussions.
Methods of assessments
First written exam 25%Second written exam 25%final exam 50%
