COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Nanoscale Engineering at the University at Albany is an advanced interdisciplinary program that integrates physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology, and materials science to explore and engineer systems at the atomic and molecular scale. The curriculum is designed to help students understand how fundamental scientific principles come together to produce nanoscale phenomena and how these principles can be applied to create innovative engineering solutions. Students begin with a strong foundation in mathematics and science, including calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra, along with intensive coursework in chemical and physical principles of nanoscale science and engineering, supported by laboratory experiences that provide hands-on exposure to experimental methods. The program also includes a broad introduction to nanotechnology, where students examine its societal, economic, and technological impacts, helping them understand how emerging nanoscale innovations influence global industries and everyday life. Engineering design and skills development are emphasized through courses such as Introduction to Nanoscale Engineering Design and Manufacturing, as well as introductory programming or nanoelectronics. As students progress, they study specialized nanoscale engineering topics including thermodynamics and statistical mechanics of nanoscale systems, nanomaterials mechanics, fluid and transport processes, micro- and nanomanufacturing technologies, nanoelectronics, and materials characterization. The curriculum culminates in a multi-semester capstone research sequence, where students engage in advanced independent or team-based projects that apply nanoscale engineering principles to real-world challenges. Elective courses at the upper level allow further specialization in nanoscale science or engineering areas. Overall, the program prepares students for careers in high-technology industries such as semiconductors, biotechnology, energy, materials science, and advanced manufacturing, as well as for graduate study in engineering and applied sciences.