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PHY3129 Device Physics2007-2008Code: PHY3129Title: Device Physics Instructors: Prof. R.J. Hicken CATS credits: 10 ECTS credits: 5 Availability: unrestricted Level: 3 Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: Solid State Physics I (PHY3102) Background Assumed: N/A Duration: Semester I Directed Study Time: 22 lectures Private Study Time: 78 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: 2003/04 RJH (AKS) AimsThis module aims to examine the physics (e.g. electronic and optical properties) of the materials used to make electronic and optoelectronic devices and to study the way these properties are exploited to produce commercial devices. Particular attention is paid to the relationship between material properties and device function. This module assumes a knowledge of basic solid state physics so the lectures are organised so that stage 3 students taking the module have time to acquire this background. Intended Learning OutcomesStudents will be able to describe and explain the function of the basic devices of optoelectronics: optical fibres, liquid crystal displays, p-n junctions, transistors of various types, light-emitting and tunnelling diodes. Transferable SkillsOrganisation of time in a module that is not continuously assessed. Learning and Teaching MethodsLectures and problems classes. AssignmentsThere are no set assignments during the semester. AssessmentOne 90-minute examination (100%). Syllabus Plan and Content
Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)(1992), Semiconductor Physics and Devices : Basic Principles, Irwin (UL: 537.622 NEA)(1993), Foundations of Electromagnetic Theory (4th edition), Addison-Wesley, ISBN 0-201-52624-7 (UL: 530.141 REI) , Optoelectronic Devices, Prentice Hall International, ISBN 0-13-143769-0 (UL: 621.36 SMI) (1981), Physics of Semiconductor Devices, Wiley (UL: 537.622 SZE) , Optoelectronics: An Introduction (3rd edition), Prentice-Hall (UL: 621.36 WIL) Formative MechanismsStudents are expected to attempt problems set on a regular basis to re-enforce the material covered in lectures and to prepare answers to questions later discussed in the problems classes. Sample solutions are made available in the Physics library. Evaluation MechanismsThe module will be evaluated using information gathered via the student representation mechanisms, the staff peer appraisal scheme, and measures of student attainment based on summative assessment. |