PHYC 5230

Intro Solid State Physics

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An introduction to the basic concepts of solid state physics which are related to the periodic nature of the crystalline lattice. Topics include crystal structure, X-ray diffraction, phonons and lattice vibrations, the free electron theory of metals, and energy bands.

Sections

Lecture, pick one

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2023 syllabus by Penghao Xiao. Winter 2027 is taught by Abu Zir A., so details may differ. Open the PDF

Grading

20%MidtermWeek of Feb. 27
50%AssignmentsApproximately weekly
30%Final examCumulative; scheduled exam period

Textbooks

  • The Oxford Solid State Basics, Steven H. Simon (free)
  • Introduction to Solid State Physics, Charles Kittel (optional)
  • Solid State Physics, 2nd Ed., J. R. Hook and H. E. Hall (optional)

Course rules

Late work
Late assignments lose 20% per day unless a good reason is communicated before the deadline.
Absence form
The Student Declaration of Absence form may be used twice for late assignments to avoid the penalty.
Collaboration
Students may work together, but submitted assignments and calculations must be their own.

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