14058 - Spectroscopic Methods in Solid State Physics Modulübersicht

Module Number: 14058 - module is no longer offered from WS 2024/25
Module Title:Spectroscopic Methods in Solid State Physics
  Spektroskopische Methoden in der Festkörperphysik
Department: Faculty 1 - Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Responsible Staff Member:
  • Prof. Dr. rer. nat. habil. Wenger, Christian
Language of Teaching / Examination:English
Duration:1 semester
Frequency of Offer: On special announcement
Credits: 6
Learning Outcome:After successfully completing the module, students can handle the basics of experimental solid state physics concerning theoretical and methodical aspects. In particular, you will be proficient in spectroscopic methods.They are able to bridge the theoretical and experimental aspects of spectroscopic methods in solid state physics to provide an appropriate framework for the interpretation and modeling of experimental results. Thus, thex are able to grasp new frontiers in the development of innovative applications.
Based on the topics of this module, they know methods for gaining knowledge, the classify physical findings into the overall context and the cross link individual outcomes. Furthermore, they can apply their social competences like cooperation skills as well as other individual competences like accuracy, patience, curiosity, their own initiative.
Contents:
  • Basics of crystallography: direct and reciprocal lattice and symmetry operations in crystals
  • Introduction to Raman theory: symmetry, selection rules and appropriate choice of reference system and theory of phonons.
  • Hands on: Raman maps of SiGe micro-structures (IHP)
  • Band theory of crystals: Bloch Theorem and Schrödinger equations, tight binding method, the parametric kp Hamiltonian, Luttinger-Kohn and Bir-Pikus Hamiltonian
  • Effect of mechanical deformations on band structure: review of linear algebra and quantum mechanics
  • Optical properties of Semiconductors:  Direct absorption and direct recombination rate
  • Indirect absorption, indirect recombination rate. Review of first and second order perturbation theory.
  • Interpretation of Photo-Luminescence Spectra: phenomenology of photoluminescence, evaluation of strain and temperature effects
  • Hands on: PL maps of SiGe micro-structures (IHP) (optional)
  • Optical and transport properties in metals: macroscopic theory of optical constants, Drude theory, Boltzmann equations, static and dynamic conductivity in metals (optional)
  • Experimental methods, applications and new frontiers: Spectromenters, Raman and PL for Si Photonics applications, plasmonic nano-antennas for sensing
Recommended Prerequisites:Knowledge of solid state physics and chemistry based on a Bachelor study course in physics
Mandatory Prerequisites:None
Forms of Teaching and Proportion:
  • Lecture / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Exercise / 2 Hours per Week per Semester
  • Self organised studies / 120 Hours
Teaching Materials and Literature:
  • G. Grosso and G. Pastori Parravicini Solid State Physics Academic Press (2014)
  • C. Kittel Introduction to Solid State Physics Wiley (2004)
  • P. Yu, M. Cardona Fundamentals of Semiconductors, Springer (2010)
  • J.I. Pankove Optical Properties in Semiconductors Dover Publications (2018)
  • L. Vivien, L. Pavesi Handbook of Silicon Photonics CRC (2013)
Module Examination:Final Module Examination (MAP)
Assessment Mode for Module Examination:
  • Oral examination, 30-45 min.
Evaluation of Module Examination:Performance Verification – graded
Limited Number of Participants:None
Part of the Study Programme:
  • no assignment
Remarks:
  • Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Experimental Focus“, topic area „Condensed Matter Physics“
Self organised studies comprise:
  • analysis and evaluation of the lectures
  • planning of exercise tasks
Module Components:
  • Lecture: Spectroscopic Methods in Solid State Physics
  • Accompanying exercises
  • Related examination
Components to be offered in the Current Semester:
  • no assignment
Follow-up Module/s: Phase-out module since: 08.07.2024
  • without Follow-up Module/s