PHYS 120: Physics of Materials

[4.0 units]

Electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of solids. Free electron model, introduction to band theory. Crystal structures and lattice vibrations. Mechanisms and characterization of electrical conductivity, optical absorption, magnetic behavior, dielectric properties, and p-n junctions.

Prerequisite: (PHYS 009 or PHYS 009H ) and CHEM 112 . Laboratory included.