Quantum Physics II
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1TE701
This course has been discontinued.
- Code
- 1TE701
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Physics G2F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 12 March 2008
- Responsible department
- Department of Engineering Sciences
Entry requirements
Transform theory. Mechanics. Wave Physics. Thermodynamics. Quantum Physics.
Learning outcomes
The course is an introduction to atomic and electronic structure of the solid state and nuclear and elementary particle structure of atoms. The course focus on crystalline matter and their physical properties, and on the smallest entities in matter and their interactions.
Content
Solid State Physics
Crystal structure: lattice and structures.
Phonons: lattice dynamics and thermal properties.
Electrons: Free electrons, energy bands, thermal and electrical properties.
Superconductivity.
Nuclear and particle physics Structure: early universe, atomic nuclei, baryons, mesons and anti-matter.
Interactions: electro-weak force and bosons, strong force and gluons.
Reactions: relativistic kinematics, nuclear reactions fission, fusion and radioactivity.
Tools: accelerators, detectors and reactors.
Laboratory work:1. Semiconductor physics. 2. Radioactive decay.
Instruction
Lectures, lessons, laboratory work and seminars.
Assessment
Written examination and passed laboratory course and seminar oral presentations.