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Solid State Physics, 7.5 credits

given by the Department of Physics.

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In this course, you will learn how central concepts in solid-state physics can be applied to model physical effects.

The course intends to broaden the knowledge of quantum mechanics from the previous course covering quantum physics (FYSB22) to extended systems with a very large number of atoms. This new understanding is applied on solids, surfaces and nanostructures to learn the basic aspects for these systems. Another important aspect is to give examples of modern electronic and nanometer size components and their influence on the society.

Understanding of spectroscopic methods, how they are used in experimental studies and how they are connected to the activities at MAX IV and ESS are central in the course. The course also gives the opportunity to practise problem-solving by means of analytical and numerical aids, and to write scientific reports.

This course is a mandatory course for all specialisations of the programme Bachelor of Science in Physics.

The course treats:

crystal structure
diffraction and reciprocally lattice
crystal binding
phonons: lattice vibrations and thermal properties
free electron gas
electronic band structure
semiconductors
Fermi surfaces and metals
superconductivity
Quantum Hall effect
magnetism
surface structures and, for simple systems, exemplary numerical calculations of the density of the states
nanostructures and, for simple systems, exemplary numerical calculation of electron transport on the nanometer scale

The course consists of two modules:

Examination, 5 credits
Laboratory and numerical projects, 2.5 credits

General information

Semester: autumn and spring.
Study period: first.
Level: first cycle.
Language: English.
Forms of teaching: teaching sessions, group tuition and supervision in connection with laboratory sessions, computer exercises and projects, study visit to MAX IV and ESS.
Assessment: written examination, laboratory exercises, written lab reports and written self-reflection.
Grading scale: Fail, Pass, Pass with distinction (U, G, VG).
Course evaluation: Read the course evaluations on the website of the Department of Physics.
Syllabi on Lund University's central website: FYSC23 syllabus on lu.se (in English) and FYSC23 syllabus on lu.se (in Swedish).
Old course code: FYSC13

Course literature

Hofmann, Solid State Physics: An Introduction.

Course responsible teachers

Claudio Verdozzi (course responsible, spring), claudio.verdozzi@teorfys.lu.se
Jesper Wallentin (co-course responsible spring), jesper.wallentin@sljus.lu.se
Rasmus Westerström (co-course responsible autumn), Rasmus.Westerstrom@sljus.lu.se

Schedule

The latest schedule for the course can be found on the schedule software TimeEdit:

Enter FYSC23 in the search box to search for the schedule on TimeEdit.

Entry requirements

Entry to the course requires general entry requirements and 60 credits in Physics and 45 credits in Mathematics equivalent to:

FYSA12 15 credits,
FYSA13 7.5 credits,
FYSA14 7.5 credits,
FYSB21 7.5 credits,
FYSB22 7.5 credits,
FYSB23 7.5 credits,
FYSB24 7.5 credits,
MATA21 15 credits,
MATA22 7.5 credits,
NUMA01 7.5 credits,
MATB21 7.5 credits,
MATB22 7.5 credits.

Students who have obtained the equivalent knowledge by other means may also be admitted to the course.

Application

Apply to the course through the Swedish website Antagning.se (in Swedish).

More information about applying can be found on Lund University's central website: FYSC23 course information.
For non-Swedish speakers, please refer to below instructions in order to apply to the course via Antagning.se:
Instructions in English for applying to programmes and courses (pdf, 791 kB).

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Do you have questions? Please contact us at studentadministration@fysik.lu.se