FYSS6332 Applied Materials Physics (6 cr)
Description
Basics of condensed matter physics
Biomaterials
Historical overview
The group IV materials
Theory: Processing aspects and mechanical properties
Bulk materials
Theory: Electronic properties
Electronic materials and devices
Optoelectronic materials and devices
Economic and ecological aspects
Learning outcomes
foundations of materials physics
classification of materials from the viewpoint of technology
recognition of the technologically most important specific materials
understanding the link between different technologies and their foundation in materials science
basic understanding of how technological performance is dictated by condensed matter phenomena
knowledge of the scales of how different materials are used and consumed
appreciation of which technologies have development potential from the perspective of materials physics
Description of prerequisites
FYSA2003 Modern Physics, part A or similar.
Study materials
Literature
- Callister & Rethwisch, Materials Science and Engineering, 9th ed., Wiley.
Completion methods
Method 1
Method 2
Teaching (6 cr)
Teaching
3/10–5/16/2025 Lectures
6/13–6/13/2025 Exam
Independent study (6 cr)
Comprehensive project assignment, exam.