Solid state physics-1

Solid State Physics-I (PHYS-310)

Course introduction

This course integrates theory of Solid State Physics with different properties of solids starting from the fundamental concepts. The course will provide a valuable theoretical introduction and an overview of the fundamental applications of the Physics of solids in broader range of different areas of Research in Science. This course includes theoretical description of crystal structure and its different geometries, interatomic bonding, detailed investigation of theoretical and experiment concepts of x-ray diffraction, and involvement of lattice dynamics, which give birth to some successful theories of lattice heat capacity of Solids based on the principles of Classical and Quantum Physics .

Learning Outcomes

The main objective of this course is to equip students with the brief introduction of Solid State Physics. At the end, the students will be able to know what is solid state Physics. They will truly come to know how the knowledge of solid state Physics is worth for understanding the basic geometries as well as crystal structure determination which play significant in exploring the different properties of solid materials. Moreover, they will also know how classical and quantum laws will help us to unveil the underlying principles behind the material properties.

Suggested Books:

1. Introduction to Solid State Physics by C. Kittle, 7th Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (2005).

2. Solid state physics by Neil W. Ashecroft, N. David Mermin, CBS Publishing Asia Ltd. (2003).

3. Solid State Physics by J. S. Blakemroe, Cambridge University Press (1991).

4. Elementary solid state physics, by M. A. Omar, (2003).

5. Basic elements of crystallography by N G Szwachi and T Szwacka (2010)

6. Solid State Physics and electronics by R K Puri and V K Babbar (2007)

Assessment Criteria:

Sessional: 20 marks (Assignment, quiz, etc)

Mid Term exam: 30 marks

Final exam: 50 marks

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