Solid state physics
- UE code SPHYB309
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Schedule
30 30Quarter 2
- ECTS Credits 4
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Language
French
- Teacher Henrard Luc
- Understand the great diversity of properties of solids.
- Establish the link between the microscopic (quantum and atomic) and macroscopic (measurable, applications) properties of periodic solids, in particular with regard to electrical and thermal conductivity, magnetic and optical properties while perceiving the domain of validity of the different models.
Model the physical properties of a solid based on the laws of quantum mechanics, electromagnetism and statistical physics.
The course provides a general introduction to the physics of solids and materials. It shows the limits of a classical description of matter and makes the link between a microscopic (atomic) and quantum description and the macroscopic properties of solids. The consequences on electronic and thermal conductivity and optical properties are highlighted. Similarly, links to known properties (metal, insulator, etc.) and material-based technologies, such as semiconductors, are presented.
I. Bonds in Solids
II. Electrons in a Crystal
Drude's Theory of Metals
Electronic Hamiltonian and Hartree Equations
Sommerfeld's Quantum Approach
Electrons in a Periodic Potential
Semiconductors Optical and Dielectric Properties
III. Normal Vibration Modes and Phonons
Vibration in a Solid
Quantization of Vibrations: Phonons
Macroscopic Properties Due to Vibrations
Optical Properties and Experimental Methods
IV. Magnetism
V. Nanomaterials
Lectures and pratice.
The course evaluation is broken down as follows:
A minimum grade of 6/20 is required for each assessment (an absorbing grade).
Students will be judged on their ability to make the connection between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena, as well as their ability to critically examine the limitations of the various models covered in the course (theoretical exam), while being able to apply these models to real-life problems (practice exam and individual assignment).
Références principales
Physique des Solides. N.W. Ashcroft, D. Mermin. EDP Sciences 2002
Band Theory and Electronic Properties of Solids. J. Singleton 2001. Oxford University Press
The oxford Solid State Basics. S.H. Simon. Oxford University Press 2013
Autres références
Introduction to Solid State Physics. C. Kittel. Wiley . Version française'Physique de l'Etat Solide'. Dunod 2007
Condensed Matter Physics. M.P. Marder. Ed. J. Wiley & Sons New-York 2000
Physique des matériaux Collection : traité des matériaux. Vol 8. M. Gerl, J.P. Issi. Presses Polytechniques et Universitaires Romandes 1997 (
Solide State Physics. Principles and Modern Applications J.J. Quinn, K-S Yi. Springer 2009 (Dpt Phys)
Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
---|---|---|---|---|
Bachelor in Physics | Standard | 0 | 4 | |
Bachelor in Physics | Standard | 3 | 4 |