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Biomolecular Applications of BioMEMS
Teaching Materials | 18 Aug 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is an overview of biomolecules, what are they?, types of biomolecules, and how microtechnology is using biomolecules or exploiting their functions for micro and nano applications. Activities provide the opportunity to better understand the functions of biomolecules,...
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Learning Microsystems Through Problem Solving Activity
Teaching Materials | 14 Aug 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This activity provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), MEMS components, applications and operations. This activity works best if you work in small groups or with at least one other person to design and construct...
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Learning Microsystems Through Problem Solving Activity - Instructor Guide
Teaching Materials | 14 Aug 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This activity provides the opportunity for participants to demonstrate their knowledge of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), MEMS components, applications and operations. Participants work in small groups to design and construct a model of a MEMS device. This activity is...
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BioMEMS Overview Learning Module
Teaching Materials | 14 Aug 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module explains what "BioMEMS" are and how they are used today in different fields. An activity provides the opportunity to reinforce the importance of BioMEMS, study where they are used, and explore the endless possibilities of future BioMEMS devices.
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BioMEMS Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 14 Aug 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module explains what "BioMEMS" are and how they are used today in different fields. An activity provides the opportunity to reinforce the importance of BioMEMS, study where they are used, and explore the endless possibilities of future BioMEMS devices.
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Statistical Process Control (SPC) Learning Module - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 21 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a set of tools used for continuous improvement and the assurance of quality in an active manufacturing process. This learning module introduces some of the SPC tools used by technicians and engineers, including one of the most common tools - control charts.
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Micropump Overview Learning Module
Teaching Materials | 21 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the MEMS micropump, how it works and where it is used in microtechnology. Activities allow for further discovery into the operation of micropumps.
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Micropumps Overview Learning Module - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 21 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces the MEMS micropump, how it works and where it is used in microtechnology. Activities allow for further discovery into the operation of micropumps.
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Statistical Process Control (SPC) Learning Module
Teaching Materials | 20 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
Statistical Process Control (SPC) is a set of tools used for continuous improvement and the assurance of quality in an active manufacturing process. This learning module introduces some of the SPC tools used by technicians and engineers, including one of the most common tools - control...
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A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving Learning Module
Teaching Materials | 20 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces a systematic approach to solving problems by using a six-step process. This approach is used throughout industry to solve simple to complex problems. Activities provide the opportunities to apply this six-step process in a real life situation as well as...
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A Systematic Approach to Problem Solving Learning Module - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 20 Jul 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module introduces a systematic approach to solving problems by using a six-step process. This approach is used throughout industry to solve simple to complex problems. Activities provide the opportunities to apply this six-step process in a real life situation as well as...
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Learning Module: MEMS Micromachining Overview
Teaching Materials | 22 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides an overview of three micromachining processes (bulk, surface, LIGA) used for the fabrication of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems). Activities are provided that contribution to a better understanding of these processes and that encourage...
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Learning Module: MEMS Micromachining Overview - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 22 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides an overview of three micromachining processes (bulk, surface, LIGA) used for the fabrication of microsystems or MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems). Activities are provided that contribution to a better understanding of these processes and that encourage...
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Learning Module: Units of Weights and Measures
Teaching Materials | 06 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides information on the evolution of the current systems of weights and measures, and an overview of the International Standards of Units and metric system. Activities provide the opportunity to research the current state of weights and measures around the world and...
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Learning Module: Units of Weights and Measures - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 06 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module provides information on the evolution of the current systems of weights and measures, and an overview of the International Standards of Units and metric system. Activities provide the opportunity to research the current state of weights and measures around the world and...
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Learning Module: Comparison of Scale - Macro, Micro, Nano
Teaching Materials | 06 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
In order to grasp many of the concepts associated with micro and nano-size devices, one needs to understand scale and the size of objects associated with different scales. This learning module introduces various concepts associated with scale, and a comparison of the macro, micro, and...
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Learning Module: Comparison of Scale: Macro, Micro, Nano - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 06 Jun 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
In order to grasp many of the concepts associated with micro and nano-size devices, one needs to understand scale and the size of objects associated with different scales. This learning module introduces various concepts associated with scale, and a comparison of the macro, micro, and...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Transducers - Instructor Guides
Teaching Materials | 17 May 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "transducers" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Transducers
Teaching Materials | 17 May 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "transducers" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...
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Learning Module: Introduction to Sensors
Teaching Materials | 17 May 2017 | Contributor(s):: Southwest Center for Microsystems Education (SCME)
This learning module is one of three SCME modules that discuss the types of components found in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). This module covers "sensors" - what they are, how they work, and how they are used in both macro and micro-sized systems. An activity...