Course Descriptions

The physics curriculum is designed to develop a strong foundation in classical and modern physics, which will serve as a basis for future specialization, for additional study at the graduate level, and for design and development work in industrial laboratories. The curriculum emphasizes basic physical concepts, and includes extensive work in mathematics and related areas.

PH 407 - Solid State Physics

Credit Hours: 4R-0L-4C
Term Available: S (even years)
Prerequisites: PH 255 - Foundations of Modern Physics or PH 265 - Fundamentals of Nuclear Physics & Radiation
Corequisites: None

Selected topics in the field are discussed in detail; e.g., crystal structures, lattice vibrations and electronic band structure; electrical, optical and thermal properties of solids and semi-conductors; and the properties of materials at very low temperatures.

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