All in-person trainings that CNS offers are listed in one of three categories. They are as follows:

Open Event: Any training with this designation is not charged and one does not require a CNS User Name and password in order to register. As a result, you can sign-up for any training with this designation even prior to completion of the CNS User enrollment process.

CNS Users Only: Trainings under this training designation do require an active CNS UN and PW. One must have completed the CNS User enrollment process and received the new user confirmation email in order to attend a training of this designation.

LISE Cleanroom Users Only: Trainings under this designation require, in addition to having a CNS UN and PW, that one be fully cleanroom qualified before one can sign-up. Information on how to become cleanroom qualified can be found in the User Info section of the website under the Nanofabrication Facility Use tab.

CNS does offer some trainings online through the Harvard University Training Portal. They will be listed below and do not require advance sign-up. Online trainings at the portal do require a Harvard Key. If you are a Non-Harvard User who does not have a HUID or HU Key, you will get one as part of the enrollment process.

The LISE CNS Safety Training, which is required as part of the enrollment process, is not listed as it is held at fixed times. Please see the Become a CNS User tab of the CNS web site for more info regarding that training.

Important information regarding training pre-requisite requirements and training pathways for specific instrumentation can be found in the User Info section of the CNS website under the tabs: Nanofabrication Facility Use and Imaging and Analysis Facility Use.

If you cannot find a training for something you are interested in receiving training on at CNS, please see the instrument sections of our website to find the technical staff member who manages it and contact them directly. If you cannot figure out who to contact regarding training, please contact us at info@cns.fas.harvard.edu

It is CNS policy that CNS Users only sign-up for trainings that they plan to attend. It is not permitted for a CNS User to sign-up for a groupmate or other party as a placeholder.

CNS Training Events - Registration Page


IMPORTANT Please Read

CNS is beginning to test and use our new system, the Nanoscale Instrument Control Environment (NICE) to manage training sign-up for some instrumentation as an initial rollout of NICE. Before looking through all the training sign-ups below, please consult the Date TBD training section and look for the CNS NICE TRAINING LISTING. If an instrument or training you are looking for is listed within that listing, it means that sign up for that training will be done through the new NICE system starting on April 1st. To register for a training that is listed in NICE, please go to the URL: https://nice.rc.fas.harvard.edu/nice/. You will need to use your HU Key instead of your CNS UN and PW to access that system. For instruments not listed in the CNS NICE Training Listing as described above, training sign-up will be handled via our current system and listed below.

As always, if there is something that you are looking to be trained on and do not see it listed, please either consult the Tool section of our website and request training via the primary contact via email or contact us at: info@cns.fas.harvard.edu and we will direct you to the correct member of the technical staff for training.

If you attempt to sign up for any training in the new NICE system and run into any issues, please contact us at: info@cns.fas.harvard.edu As with any new system, there are likely to be some issues and minor bumps along the way with implementation. CNS is very interested in feedback on the new system, so please let us know of any comments or concerns that you have as we start the transition to NICE.

(Important information - please read)

 
  • Open Events
  • CNS Users Only
  • LISE Cleanroom Users Only
  • Month
Date TBD - you can pre-register for this training session.
CNS staff will notify you when a date has been set.
Training: CNS NICE TRAINING LISTING - NICE System
Trainer: Jim Reynolds
Tools and trainings that can now be found on the new NICE system (https://nice.rc.fas.harvard.edu/nice/):

Imaging:
SEM-13 Zeiss Gemini 360 FE-SEM
SEM-14 Zeiss Gemini 560 FE-SEM
SEM-11 JEOL 7900F SEM

NanoMaterials:
XRA-002 Micro-CT System
XRA-008 Thermo Scientific K-AlphaPlus XPS
XRA-009 Thermo Scientific Nexsa XPS
XRA-013 Micro-XRF System
XRA-014 Bruker D6 Phaser XRD

Nanofabrication:
Intro to Thin Film Processing
All ALD Systems (ALDs1-4)
CVD-3 STS PECVD
CVD-14 Oxford ICP-CVD Low Temp
LPCVD and APCVD Training (CVDs-5-6-7-9-10-11)
Diamond PECVD
SP-7 AJA UHV Sputter System
 
Training: CNS Safety Orientation - Online at the Harvard Training Portal
Trainer: Jim Reynolds
This training is required as part of the CNS User enrollment process (step 3 for HU Users, step 7 for non-HU Users).

Please note that Non-HU Users, unless they already have a HUID and HU Key, will need to wait until after completion of step 6 of the enrollment process to obtain their HU Key in order to take the CNS Safety Orientation. HU Users and those Non-HU Users who already have a HU Key can take this orientation at any point in the enrollment process.

How to take the CNS Safety Orientation:
As of May 13, 2024, the CNS Safety Orientation (formerly known as the CNS Safety Training) has moved to the online Harvard Training Portal (HTP) at the URL: https://trainingportalinfo.harvard.edu/

You can navigate directly to the CNS Safety Orientation via the URL: https://trainingportal.harvard.edu/Saba/Web_spf/NA1PRD0068/common/leclassview/dowbt-0000273303

Alternatively, you can also access the orientation by logging in to the HTP home page. Just put ‘CNS’ in the search bar in the upper right hand corner. All CNS online training options will result. Select the CNS Safety Orientation and complete that training.

The orientation will last for about an hour. Once done with the orientation, get a copy of the completion certificate available in the HTP and send it to info@cns.fas.harvard.edu.
 
Training: Zeiss SEM Part 1: Online training - Harvard Training Portal
Trainer: Tim Cavanaugh
The SEM Part 1 training is available in an online format. You must pass this online training before taking the hands-on SEM training for our field emission Zeiss SEMs (FESEMs). This includes SEM-8, SEM-12, SEM-13, and SEM-14. There is no sign-up required for the online training; you can access the training course from this link:
https://trainingportal.harvard.edu/Saba/Web_spf/NA1PRD0068/common/ledetail/cours000000000007001

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TRAINING IS ONLY FOR FULLY ENROLLED CNS USERS. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THE FREE CNS IMAGING GROUP MASTERCLASS WEBINARS, PLEASE SEE FURTHER BELOW

Please note that this training requires a Harvard Key. If you are an external user and do not have a Harvard Key, please contact info@cns.fas.harvard.edu for details.
 
Training: 2D-Stacker-01 training -
Trainer: Danial Haei
This training covers general operation of 2D-Stacker-01. Standard PC stacking process will be covered. Users are expected to bring their own stamps as described in SOP. Please contact danial_haie@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: HAR-053 sputter coater training (online) - Harvard Training Portal
Trainer: Jules Gardener
This training is for the EMS sputter coater located in the CNS Imaging sample preparation room (LISE B15A). This tool is optimized for coating SEM samples with a thin conductive layer. This coater cannot be used for coating thick (>20nm) films. Pt/Pd and Au coatings are available.

Sputter coater training is available in an online format for these tools. You must pass this online training, and have completed the B15A room safety training (in-person training), before access to the sputter coaters can be granted. Once you have completed these requirements, you will have access to the sputter coater. There is no sign-up required for our online trainings and these can be taken by CNS users at any time. You can access the sputter coater training course at https://trainingportal.harvard.edu/Saba/Web_spf/NA1PRD0068/common/leclassview/dowbt000000000004421

Please copy this URL into your browser to take the training. We recommend using Chrome, Safari or Internet Explorer.

Any CNS User with a HU Key is eligible to take this training
 
Training: Introduction to TEM using the JEOL F200 SEC - SEC LL2.301-04 150 Western Ave Allston Ma
Trainer: Adam Graham
In this training you will learn to use the JEOL F200 in TEM mode for basic imaging. More advanced techniques included based on experience level.

This is an individual training which will be schedule upon sign up. Group training can be arranged if multiple members from the same group require training. Individual training is 3 hours group training maybe longer based on number of trainees.

Prerequisite: registered CNS User, and online CNS Introductory TEM Training (CNS) found on the training portal.

Email AGraham@cns.fas.harvard.edu or scheduling.
 
Training: Online TEM training course - Harvard Training Portal
Trainer: Jules Gardener
This is a new online training which is required as the first step of TEM training for the JEOL 2100, JEOL F200 and Hitachi 7800 instruments. This training will provide an introduction to TEM concepts and background about our TEMs. You must pass the assessment at the end of this online course before attending an in-person TEM training on the JEOL 2100 or Hitachi 7800 instruments. There is no sign-up required for the online training; you can access the training course from this link:
https://trainingportal.harvard.edu/Saba/Web_spf/NA1PRD0068/common/ledetail/cours000000000010142

Any CNS User with a HU Key is eligible to take this training.
 
Training: RTP-3 AccuThermo Rapid Thermal Processor training - LISE G07 Cleanroom PVD bay (last bay in cleanroom)
Trainer: Danial Haei
This Training covers operation and standard baseline process for RTP-3 AccuThermo Rapid Thermal Processor at CNS. Please contact Danial_haie@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - AFM Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Bruker JPK NanoWizard 4 XP atomic force microscope (SEC-SPM-13), including mechanical and fluorescence-correlated measurements. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - DLS/Zetasizer Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Malvern Zetasizer Pro for dynamic light scattering and zeta potential measurements. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - DMA Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Mettler Toledo DMA 1 dynamic mechanical analyzer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - DSC Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the TA Discover DSC 250 differential scanning calorimeter. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Electronic Characterization Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Keithley 4200A and Signatone probe station for electronic device characterization. Capacitor, resistor, transistor, and photovoltaic measurements, among others, are available. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - FTIR Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Nicolet iS50 infrared spectrometer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Nanoindenter Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Bruker Hysitron TS 77 nanoindenter. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - NMR Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Magritek Spinsolve 80 nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Optical Profilometer Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Bruker ContourX optical profilometer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Raman Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Horiba LabRAM Soleil Raman microscope. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Rheometer Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the TA HR 20 rheometer, including shear, compression, tension, UV curing, and dielectric measurements. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - Tensiometer Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Droplet Lab Tensiometer for surface tension and contact angle measurements. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - TGA Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the TA Discovery TGA 550 thermogravimetric analyzer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC - UV-Vis/Fluorescence Training - SEC LL2.226
Trainer: Nicholas Colella
Training on the Horiba Duetta UV-vis absorbance/fluorescence (photoluminescence) spectrometer. Email colella@fas.harvard.edu to schedule.
 
Training: SEC FESEM Zeiss Gemini 360 FESEM - SEC LL2.301-03 150 Western Ave Allston Ma
Trainer: Adam Graham
This training will go over the hands-on portion of the FESEM and will set up your account. If you already have access to the SEMS in Cambridge, I can add your account here please email AGraham@cns.fas.harvard.edu

This is an individual training; group training can be arranged if members from same group require training. individual training is 2 hours group longer based on amount of trainees

CNS Prerequisite: registered CNS User, and online CNS Online SEM Training Module (CNS) found on the training portal.

Email AGraham@cns.fas.harvard.edu or scheduling
 
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Training: Introduction to Dry Etch - Zoom Meeting ID 99096815765, Password: 315648.
Trainer: Ling Xie
This introduction class is a prerequisite for any RIE tool trainings.

It is one hour online class with Zoom: Meeting ID 99096815765, Password: 315648.
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
1211Register!
 
Training: Ling Xie's office hour for RIE or general fabrication related issues - online Zoom ID 990 9681 5765, Password 315648
Trainer: Ling Xie
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableCNS Users ONLY
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
11Register!
 
Training: NF-Training Litho. Intro. - Online by Zoom
Trainer: Bok Yeop Ahn
This is an online training by Zoom, covering CNS lithography tools, policies, and basics of photolithography, e-beam lithography, and 3D laser lithography. Users should take this class before using any tools, including wet benches, spin coaters, and photo- or e-beam lithography tools.

The Zoom link will be sent to attendees on the training date.
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Online by Zoom
2017Register!
 
Training: OL-10/11/12 Heidelberg MLA Maskless Aligner Training Part-1 Basic Operation - Inside cleanroom at OL-10
Trainer: Haojie Ji
Part-1, group training. Training covers OL-10, OL-11 and OL-12. One more certificate session needed for full access.
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
3FULLRegister!
 
Training: RIE 8 STS ICP RIE training - CNS Cleanroom at the RIE 8
Trainer: Ling Xie
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
41Register!
 
Training: RIE-17 - Plasma Therm VERSALINE Etching System - In front of the tool inside the cleanroom
Trainer: Kenlin Huang
RIE-17 - Plasma Therm VERSALINE Etching System tool training at 2 pm.
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
617-495-1738
65Register!
 
Training: SEM-10, Hitachi SU8230 SEM - At the tool in the cleanroom
Trainer: Bok Yeop Ahn
This is a training session for HITACHI SU8230 SEM in cleanroom at CNS. Listed below, please complete the prerequisites trainings before coming to this SEM-10 tool training.

- LISE Cleanroom Orientation
- CNS Online SEM Training Module (Online course): https://trainingportal.harvard.edu/Saba/Web_spf/NA1PRD0068/common/leclassview/dowbt-00008486

The training starts at the tool in the photolithography bay.
TimeMax AttendeesAvailableLISE Cleanroom Users ONLY
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
32Register!
 

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