Condensed Matter Physics

Code:

FIS3005

Acronym:

FIS3005

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
OFICIAL	Physics

Instance: 2018/2019 - 2S

Active?	Yes
Web Page:	https://moodle.up.pt/course/view.php?id=475
Responsible unit:	Department of Physics and Astronomy
Course/CS Responsible:	Bachelor in Physics

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
L:F	39	Official Study Plan	3	-	6	49	162
MI:EF	34	study plan from 2017/18	3	-	6	49	162

Teaching language

Suitable for English-speaking students

Objectives

Learning outcomes and competences

To have the the ability to derive some of the basic results of the models studied and of finding  answers to relatively elementary extensions of the models, demonstrating understanding of the basic principles and their relationships.

Working method

B-learning

Pre-requirements (prior knowledge) and co-requirements (common knowledge)

Knowledge of Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Physics, Thermodynamics and Electromagnetism.

Program

Crystal binding and structure

Lattice vibrations and thermal properties

Electrons in periodic potentials

The interaction of electrons and lattice vibrations

Metals, alloys, and the Fermi surface

Semiconductors – an introduction

 

 

Mandatory literature

Ashcroft Neil W.; Solid state physics. ISBN: 9780030839931
Kittel Charles 1916-; Introduction to solid state physics. ISBN: 0-471-11181-3
Marder Michael P. 1960-; Condensed matter physics. ISBN: 0-471-17779-2

Complementary Bibliography

Ziman J. M.; Principles of the theory of solids. ISBN: 0-521-08382-6
Singleton John; Band theory and electronic properties of solids. ISBN: 0-19-850644-9

Teaching methods and learning activities

This course has lectures (2 hours/ week) and problem-solving classes (1.5 hours / week). Learning contents are presented and discussed in lectures; problem-solving classes will focus on the demonstration of learning contents and their applications to current research topics. An instructional methodology of cooperative learning with whiteboarding will be used in problem-solving classes.
Private study.

keywords

Physical sciences > Physics > Condensed matter properties > Cristallography
Physical sciences > Physics > Solid state physics
Physical sciences > Physics > Condensed matter properties > Physics of semiconductors

Evaluation Type

Evaluation with final exam

Assessment Components

designation	Weight (%)
Exame	100,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

designation	Time (hours)
Estudo autónomo	113,00
Frequência das aulas	49,00
Total:	162,00

Eligibility for exams

According to FCUP rules.

Calculation formula of final grade

Final Exam: Grade: 0 - 20

Classification improvement

Exam.

Observations

Any omissions and/or questions regarding this form will be resolved by the course’s instructor.

The jury can demand that the student takes an additional written and/or oral examination.