The course gives an introduction to solid state physics, and will enable the student to employ classical and quantum mechanical theories for understanding the physical properties of solids. The contents may include:
1.Introduction of solid state physics
2.Crystalline structure, symmetry, group theory
3.Wave Diffraction & The Reciprocal Lattice
4.Brief Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Chemistry & Molecular Physics
5.Phonons I – Crystal Vibrations
6.Phonons II – Thermal Properties
7.Electronic Bandstructures
8.Motion of Electrons in Crystal under External Fields
9. Other topics
- Teacher: huipan, Pan Hui