PHSCS
782
Modern Theory of Solids
Hours
3.0 Credit, 3 Lecture, 0 Lab
Quantum theory of solids, emphasizing the unifying principles of symmetry, energy-band theory, dynamics of electrons and of periodic lattices, and cooperative phenomena.
Electrons and Phonons
Calculate basic electronic and phononic properties of materials using both classical and quantum mechanical models.
Interacting Electrons
Use interacting electron models to account for common quasi-particle phenomena.
Magnetic Properties
Describe well-known interaction models that exhibit magnetic behaviors and apply them in simple cases.
Computational Methods
Explain common computational methods that go beyond the independent electron model.