Experiment E-4 : Scanning Electron Microscopy

PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTION BEFORE YOU PROCEED

  • This instruction supplements the instructions in the Lab Manual. If you need, you can refer to the Laboratory Manual. (Last Updated:8 August 2008)

  • You will have to complete the following:

    • Read the Lab Manual

    • Complete the online module for the LEARNING Part.
      The Learning part (1 hr) is available in the virtual SEM laboratory in O.M.N.I. and includes a Library link, a Microscope Laboratory link and a Specimen Preparation Laboratory link. This part is integrated with short course notes.

    • Complete the online module for the EXPERIENCE Part.
      The Experience part (1 hr) is found under the virtual SEM link and allows the user to practice all operational procedures needed to use the SEM and produce results using Secondary Electrons (SE), Backscattered Electrons (BSE) and analytical X-rays (EDX).

    • Complete the ONLINE TEST.
      The online test must be completed in a single access session at http://www.mse.ntu.edu.sg/omni/ ==> On-line Test. To access the tests each enrolled student will be emailed a User ID and Password. The online test is called MS2071.


  • The online test will be available from 00.00 am of August the 11 until 23.59 pm of November the 2nd 2008.

  • You can view the lecture by Dr. Cristiano Ferraris by clicking here

  • For those groups who have to submit the FORMAL REPORTS, you will have to complete the FR and submit it ONLINE using Edventure during the week assigned to your group.

  • If you encounter any technical difficulties, you can call 6790-6155 for help, or email mseit@ntu.edu.sg.

  • For academic related issues, you can call Dr. Cristiano Ferraris at 6316-8921 for help, or email him at CFerraris@ntu.edu.sg.