The program builds upon an introductory knowledge of physics, mathematics and chemistry and starts with an "Introduction to Nanotechnology," followed by the courses "Introduction to Nanoscale Functional Materials" and "Structural and Biomaterials." Each of these courses incorporates the fundamentals of materials science with illustrations focusing on applications in nano and bio technology. The parallel courses "Nanoscale Materials Laboratory" and the "Energetics of Macro/Nanoscale Materials" round out the sophomore year.