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Solid-State Physics
PHYS356 SP

Crosslistings: PHYS556

An introductory course in solid-state physics, the fundamentals of crystalline structure, phonons, and electrons in solids will be developed. Applications will cover thermal, electrical (including superconductivity), optical and magnetic properties of metals, insulators and semiconductors.

MAJOR READINGS

C. Kittel, INTRODUCTION TO SOLID-STATE PHYSICS (6th ed.).

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Weekly problem sets and short biweekly tests.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Additional Requirements and/or Comments not known

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: PHYS315 OR CHEM337

Last Updated on MAR-24-2000

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