NFYA04021U Condensed Matter Physics 1 (CMP1)
BSc Programme in Nanoscience
BSc Programme in Physics
The aim of the course is to give an introduction to the
properties of solids and a basic understanding of why solids are
either metals, semiconductors or insulators.
We will discuss crystal structures and reciprocal space, phonons
and thermal properties, electron Fermi gases and energy band
structures, properties of semiconductors and the basic principles
of semiconductors devices like diodes and transistors, and if time
allows superconductivity and magnetism. Examples from nano
technology will be given. Emphasis will also be put on modern
experimental tools and how they can be used to investigate the
properties of solids. The course will be an interactive mix between
lectures, exercises, demonstration experiments, and discussions of
exciting new key results from literature in which the student is
expected actively to take part. The course will be a pre-requisite
for some of the more advanced courses in solid state physics and
nano technology.
Skills
It is expected from the student that he or she is able to:
- Describe simple cubic and hexagonal crystal structures including the diamond and zincblende lattice, to calculate their reciprocal lattices and discuss the relation to diffraction of electrons, x-rays and neutrons. The student also should be able to define and calculate the structure factors for simple systems.
- Describe various types of binding
- To discuss the importance of lattice vibrations and its description via the concept of phonons and show why electron do not contribute the specific heat, but only to the conductivity of heat.
- To describe the electrical properties of simple metals on the basis of the free electron gas model.
- To derive models for the electronic band structure of solids and from the band structure be able to explain the difference between insulators, metals and semiconductors
- To be able to describe the electronic properties of semiconductors and how these could be modified.
- To describe how simple electronic components like diode and transistors work.
Knowledge
The student should be able to understand and describe the
fundamental properties of solids. A very important component in
this is to understand how atoms and molecules are arranged in
crystal lattices and to understand the concept the reciprocal
lattices. The reciprocal lattice or ‘k-space’ is not only the basis
for the description of diffraction but also for phonons and
electronic structure.
Competences
The course will give the student the basic knowledge and tools that
will enable him/her to understand and describe the fundamental
properties of solids.
To be announced
- Category
- Hours
- Exam
- 0,33
- Lectures
- 50
- Preparation
- 127,67
- Theory exercises
- 28
- Total
- 206,00
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- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Oral examination, 20 minNo preparation time
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
Several internal examiners
Criteria for exam assesment
The grade 12 is given to the excellent students that have the overview to in a convincing way to describe the basic properties of solids including the concept of reciprocal lattice and in detail derive the basic formulas, concepts and equations. Finally the excellent students should be able to know the orders of magnitude for the fundamental properties like lattice constant, specific heat, binding energies, etc.
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NFYA04021U
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 1
- Schedule
- A
- Course capacity
- No restriction to number of participants
- Continuing and further education
- Study board
- Study Board of Physics, Chemistry and Nanoscience
Contracting department
- The Niels Bohr Institute
Course responsibles
- Robert Krarup Feidenhans'l (6-7471646774764270646b306d7730666d)
Lecturers
Jessica Bolinsson, Jessica.bolinsson@nbi.ku.dk