Phys 427: Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics
Physics & Astronomy
This course covers ideal crystals and their three-dimensional lattices, and real condensed matter systems with surfaces and interfaces, which may be arranged as alloys, liquids, glasses, and polymers. Topics include electronic structure, energy bands, electron transport phenomena, vibrations of a crystal lattice, semiconductor physics, and optical properties of condensed matter.
3 Credits
Prerequisites
- Phys 317: Introduction to Modern Physics I $target.descriptions.MinimumGrade$
One-way corequisites
Instruction Type(s)
- Lecture: Lecture for Phys 427
Subject Areas
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