Physics of semiconductor heterostructures

Course: Physics and Astronomy

Structural unit: Faculty of Physics

Title
Physics of semiconductor heterostructures
Code
ДВА. 02.09
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Third
Year of study when the component is delivered
2018/2019
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
4 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4
Learning outcomes
PLO-04. Plan and perform experimental and / or theoretical research in physics (astronomy) and related interdisciplinary fields using modern tools, critically analyze the results of their own research and the results of other researchers in the context of the whole complex of modern knowledge on the research problem. PLO-07. Deeply understand the general principles and methods of natural sciences, as well as the methodology of scientific research, be able to apply them in their own research in physics (astronomy) and in teaching practice.
Form of study
Distance form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Know the basic issues of semiconductor physics, basics of mathematical analysis, quantum mechanics, and quantum condensed matter physics; Be able to work independently with sources of educational and scientific information; independently study and master new knowledge in the physics of nanostructures and related fields; logically and consistently formulate the basic laws of physics of nanostructures; To have basic skills of independent search of the necessary information in printed and electronic sources, to analyze, systematize, understand, interpret and use it for the decision of scientific and applied problems of physics of semiconductor low-dimensional systems.
Course content
The discipline involves the study of basic issues of modern physics of semiconductor low-dimensional systems; acquaintance with the methodology of modern research in this field. The knowledge gained in the study of the discipline "Physical properties of low-dimensional systems" is a necessary component of successful mastery of scientific literature on the topic of dissertation research, the use of modern experimental methods of scientific research.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Korotchenkov OO, Nadtochiy AB 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. Podolyan AO, Korotchenkov OO Physics of low-dimensional semiconductors. Generation and recombination of nonequilibrium charge carriers. Photoelectric effect, Vinnytsia: LLC "Works", 2018, 64 p. 3. Korotchenkov OO Introduction to the physics of low-dimensional semiconductor systems. Properties of heterojunctions, Kyiv: Bavok, 2011, 48 p. 4. Gridchin VA, Dragunov VP, Unknown IG Fundamentals of nanoelectronics: A textbook. M .: Fizmatkniga. 2006, 496 p. 4. Vorobiev LE, Golub LE, Danilov SN, Ivchenko LE, Firsov DA, Shalygin VA Optical phenomena in semiconductor quantum-dimensional structures. СПб. 2000, 156 p. 5. Davies J.H. The physics of low-dimensional semiconductors. Cambridge Univ. Press, 1998, 438 p.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
The total amount of 120 hours, including: lectures - 18 hours; practical classes - 4 hours; consultations - 2 hours; independent work - 96 hours.
Assessment methods and criteria
- semester assessment: 1. modular tests (max. 20 points, min. 12) 2. performances in practical classes (max. 20 points, min. 12) 3. essays and essays (for one: max. 5 points, min. 3 points) - final assessment (in the form of an exam) - conditions of admission to the final exam: Prerequisite for admission to the exam is to complete all practical work and write a modular test. An applicant is not allowed to take the exam if he / she scored less than 36 points during the semester.
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