Learning about nanodevices using experimental characterization equipment

Learning about emerging nanodevices for university students is usually limited to theoretical descriptions, given the lack of availability of such devices and appropriate test equipment in standard electronics labs. However, the possibil-ity to develop some practical work is crucial to improve the understanding of theoretical concepts. In the framework of the ‘Nanomaterials and nanotechnology’ course (4th year of the Degree on Materials Engineering), this paper presents some practical experiments to test and characterize memristive devices using an affordable lab setup with commercial equipment.