NMT 225 - Introduction to Vacuum Science and Technology

Institution:

Schenectady County Community College

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Description:

Vacuum science and technology have evolved significantly over the past thirty years and are now indispensable to various fields of scientific research and industry. This hands-on laboratory course will provide an introduction to vacuum equipment and instrumentation and will consist of three major parts: 1) the basics of various pumps, including rotary pumps, dry pumps, turbo pumps, and cryo pumps; 2) the physical and chemical principles underlying the design and use of high vacuums; and 3) vacuum measurements, leak detection, calibration and standards, and safety issues related to vacuum equipment. PR: PHY 154, CHM 121, NMT 150 or appropriate industrial experience

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.sunysccc.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 381-1200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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