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PHY3204 Solid State Physics1999-2000Code: PHY3204Title: Solid State Physics Instructors: Staff of Foreign Host Institution HE credits: 15 ECTS credits: 7.5 Availability: programmes F3Q4 and F3QK only Level: 3 Prerequisites: none Corequisites: none Background Assumed: Quantum Mechanics I (PHY2202), Electromagnetic Fields (PHY2206) and Structure of Solids (PHY2209) Duration: Fall or Spring semester Directed Study: 45 lectures (approx) Private Study: 105 hours (approx) Supports Programme Aims: 1, 5, 6 and 12 Supports Programme Objectives: none Assessment MethodsMid-semester papers (1 hr) and a final examination (3 hrs) RationaleThis module will provide a basic introduction to the quantum aspects that determine the properties of macroscopic materials and forms the foundation for a variety of applications in Year 4. Intended Learning OutcomesStudents will be able to:
Teaching and Learning MethodsLectures and problems sessions Transferable SkillsNot applicable AssignmentsFollow host institution's conventions Module TextNot applicableSupplementary ReadingNot applicableSyllabus Plan and Content
Feedback to StudentsFollows host institution's conventions Feedback from StudentsIn addition to using the host institution's systems, students can raise any matters of concern with the American Study Programme Co-ordinator. |