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Vacuum Technology Training: Ultra-high Vacuum Science & System Characterization
October 22, 2026
This Free Workshop will review Vacuum Science Fundamentals and apply them to Physical Vapour Deposition of Thin Films and Thin Film Growth Models
Topics Presented Include:
- Introduction to Vacuum Science & System Design
- Resources for Physical Vapour Deposition
- Thermal and Electron Beam Evaporation
- DC, Pulsed DC, RF, and HiPIMS Sputtering
- Special Considerations for UHV
- Characterizing Vacuum Systems
- Troubleshooting Sputtering Processes
- Introduction to Atomic Later Deposition
- Thin Film Models and Structure Zone Diagrams
Free Workshop
Date: October 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: SSC 9051, SFU Burnaby
Refreshments: Light Lunch, Coffee and Tea Provided. Please bring a reusable mug or water bottle
Register early - seating is limited
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