Physics MA, Solid State Physics, 9 credits

Aim

Students will acquire knowledge such as concepts, both simple and more advanced, relationships and methods within solid state physics that are required in various engineering application and for further studies in physics.

Course objectives

After completing the course, the student shall be able to:
- use concepts in solid state physics;
- use physical and mathematical relationships to solve problems in solid state physics;
- perform experiments and interpret the meaning and significance of the results;
- document their experimental work, and perform clear, well-arranged solution proposals and laboratory reports.

Content

Crystal structure, crystal dynamics, free electrons in metals, energy bands, semiconductors, semiconductor devices, diamagnetism and paramagnetism, magnetic order, electric properties of insulators, waves in crystals, scattering of electrons and neutrons, real three-dimensional metals and its fermi surfaces, low-dimensional systems.

Entry requirements

Introductory courses in Calculus, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, and Statistical Mechanics.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

The teaching is conducted in the form of one or more: lectures, video lectures, seminars or tutoring, as well as laboratories. The teaching may be wholly or partly given in English.

Examination form

L101: Laboratory Sessions, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Written reports.

M101: Oral Presentation of Problem Solving, 1 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)

T101: Written Exam, Part 1, 3 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.

T201: Written Exam, Part 2, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.

Grading criteria for the subject can be found at www.miun.se/gradingcriteria.

The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.

Examination restrictions

Students are entitled to three examination opportunities within one year according to the examination format given in this version of the course syllabus. After the one-year period, the examination format given in the most recent version of the course syllabus applies.

Grading system

Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.