Solid State Theory
Syllabus, Master's level, 1FA556
- Code
- 1FA556
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Physics A1N
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 30 August 2018
- Responsible department
- Department of Physics and Astronomy
Entry requirements
120 credits with Quantum Mechanics and Solid State Physics.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the student should know and be able to use different theoretical models for electron structures, lattice vibrations and transport in solid materials and be able to evaluate the validity of the models, their applicabilities and limitations.
Content
Space group symmetry. Fermi surfaces. Electrons and phonons in crystals. Metal theory. Beyond the one-electron model. Harmonic and anharmonic effects in crystals. Electric and thermal transport in solid materials.
Instruction
Lectures and lesson exercises.
Assessment
In connection with the course, assignments with problems and computational problems are given. The course is completed with an oral examination which together with the assignments determines the grading.
If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the disability coordinator of the university.