Module Number:
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Module Title: | Physics of Modern Devices |
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Physik moderner Bauelemente
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Department: |
Faculty 1 - Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
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Responsible Staff Member: | -
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. habil. Fischer, Inga Anita
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Language of Teaching / Examination: | English |
Duration: | 1 semester |
Frequency of Offer: |
Every winter semester
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Credits: |
6
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Learning Outcome: | After successfully completing the module, students are acquainted with concepts of quantum mechanics and solid state physics and their application to the description of modern devices as well as their relevance for nanoscience, nanotechnology and information technology using real-world examples. They not only know how to acquire scientific knowledge but are also able to place physical phenomena into a more general context while exploring links between the different topics. In addition, students possess personal skills such as the capability for teamwork, precise reasoning, perseverance and openmindedness.
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Contents: | - Quantum mechanics - fundamental concepts relevant to the description of modern devices
- Solid state physics - fundamental concepts relevant to the description of modern devices
- Band structure calculations: Graphene
- Effective mass theory and tunneling currents in semiconductor devices
- Application examples (Flash memory, tunnel diodes, quantum effects in MOSFETs, ...)
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Recommended Prerequisites: | Knowledge of physics at a level corresponding to the first four semesters of a Bachelor’s degree in physics or corresponding to the level of a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. |
Mandatory Prerequisites: | None |
Forms of Teaching and Proportion: | -
Lecture
/ 2 Hours per Week per Semester
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Exercise
/ 2 Hours per Week per Semester
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Self organised studies
/ 120 Hours
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Teaching Materials and Literature: | - A. F. J. Levi, Applied Quantum Mechanics
Will be added during the first lecture: scientific publications. |
Module Examination: | Final Module Examination (MAP) |
Assessment Mode for Module Examination: | |
Evaluation of Module Examination: | Performance Verification – graded |
Limited Number of Participants: | None |
Part of the Study Programme: | -
Master (research-oriented) /
Micro- and Nanoelectronics /
PO 2024
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Master (research-oriented) /
Physics /
PO 2021
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Bachelor (research-oriented) /
Physik /
PO 2021
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Remarks: | - Study programme Physik B.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physikalisches Vertiefungsfach“
- Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Experimental Focus“, topic area „Nanophysics“
- Study programme Micro- and Nanoelectronics M.Sc.: Mandatory module for students without a Bachelor's degree in physics
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Module Components: | - Lecture: Physics of Modern Devices
- Accompanying exercise
- Related examination
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Components to be offered in the Current Semester: | |