PHYS 451
Condensed Matter Physics
Last Offered Spring 2019
Division III
Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
This is not the current course catalog
This course is not offered in the current catalog
Class Details
Condensed matter physics is an important area of current research and serves as the basis for modern electronic technology. We plan to explore the physics of metals, insulators, semiconductors, superconductors, and photonic crystals, with particular attention to structure, thermal properties, energy bands, and electronic properties.
The Class:
Format: seminar
Limit: 10
Expected: 4-6
Class#: 3779
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Limit: 10
Expected: 4-6
Class#: 3779
Grading: yes pass/fail option, yes fifth course option
Requirements/Evaluation:
weekly readings and problem sets, and exams
Prerequisites:
PHYS 301, PHYS 302 (may be taken simultaneously) preferred; or permission of instructor
Enrollment Preferences:
Physics majors
Distributions:
Division III
Quantitative/Formal Reasoning
Attributes:
MTSC Courses
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PHYS 451 - SEM Condensed Matter Physics
PHYS 451 SEM Condensed Matter PhysicsDivision III Quantitative/Formal ReasoningNot offered
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