Physics of Condensed Matter part I

Aim

The overall goal with the course is that the student shall be able to define, derive and utilize/apply relations on problems within condensed matter physics. This means that the student shall:

• know about crystal structures for solids and how to determine the structure from diffraction experiments.
• know about the electronic structure of ordered solids, i.e. the origin of the electronic band structure.
• know and understand static and dynamic properties of solids.
• be able to formulate idealized models for problems within condensed matter physics.
• be able to apply knowledge and skills to solve problems within condensed matter physics.
• be able to explain in a well structured and logical consise way relations/derivations within condensed matter physics as well as between central concepts of the theory.

Content

The atomic structure of ordered solids. Theoretical and experimental background for structure determinations using diffraction. Lattice vibrations and from these derived dynamic properties, such as heat capacity and conduction. The electronic structure of ordered solids, including some theoretical models for describing the electron band structure of different types of solids; the free electron model, the nearly free electron model and the tight binding model. Electron states in semiconductors, doping. Fermi surfaces in metals. Defects.