Physics of semiconductors and nanoscale semiconductor systems

Course: Physics

Structural unit: Faculty of Physics

Title
Physics of semiconductors and nanoscale semiconductor systems
Code
ВК 14
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
First
Year of study when the component is delivered
2023/2024
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
8 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4
Learning outcomes
Know the general principles of physics of semiconductors and semiconductor nanosystems, in particular, statistics of charge carriers in semiconductors, current transfer, contact phenomena, basic experimental methods of semiconductor research, methods of obtaining semiconductors and low-dimensional semiconductor structures. Be able to apply knowledge of the basics of operation and application of semiconductors and low-dimensional semiconductor systems.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Know the basic issues of solid state physics, in particular: mathematical formulation and physical content of the basic concepts of solid state physics, its current state, the use of solids in instruments and devices. Be able to apply in practice the methods of quantum mechanics and solid state physics, necessary to describe the properties of semiconductors and low-dimensional semiconductor systems; logically and consistently formulate the basic laws of kinetic phenomena in solids; work independently with scientific literature, including English-language publications, in the field of semiconductor physics and semiconductor nanosystems. Have basic skills in solving typical problems of quantum mechanics and solid state physics, methods for calculating the parameters of equilibrium and nonequilibrium statistics of charge carriers in solids and calculations using the Boltzmann kinetic equation in the relaxation time approximation.
Course content
The course "Nanophysics of semiconductors" examines both classical and modern advances in the description of physical laws and practical use of semiconductor nanoscale systems. The aim of the discipline is to master the basic principles of the theory of semiconductor nanosystems, in particular, statistics of charge carriers in such systems, the main mechanisms of charge transfer in them.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Korotchenkov O.O., Nadtochiy A.B. Introduction to the physics of low-dimensional semiconductor systems. Investigation of thermal and thermoelectric properties of thin films. Vinnytsia, Publishing House LLC "Nilan-LTD", 2021 - 76 p 2. Korotchenkov O.O., Podolyan AO Physics of low-dimensional semiconductors. Generation and recombination of nonequilibrium charge carriers. Photoelectric effect. Vinnytsia, Tvory Publishing House Publishing House, 2018 - 4 prints. arch. 3. Tretyak O.V., Lozovsky V.Z. Fundamentals of semiconductor physics. K .: VPTs "Kyiv University", 2007. - Vol. 1,2. 4. Bonch-Bruevich V.L., Kalashnikov S.I. Semiconductor physics. M .: Nauka, 1990. 5. Anselm A.I. Introduction to semiconductor physics. M .: Nauka, 1985.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures - 30 hours, Self-study -60 hours, consultations.
Assessment methods and criteria
Interviews during the lecture, checking essays and other forms of independent work. Modular tests. Test. Two modular tests: (24-36) points. Self-study: (12-24) points. A student is not allowed to take the exam if he / she scored less than 36 points during the semester. The grade for the exam cannot be less than 24 points to get an overall positive grade for the course.
Language of instruction
Ukrainian

Lecturers

This discipline is taught by the following teachers

Oleg Oleksandrovich Korotchenkov
Department of General Physics
Faculty of Physics

Departments

The following departments are involved in teaching the above discipline

Department of General Physics
Faculty of Physics