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| Code | MN0019 |
| Name | Solid State Physics |
| Term | 2023-2024 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
1 |
Course Goal / Objective
To teach the basic principles of solid state physics.
Course Content
Crystal structures, fundamental types of lattices, reciprocal lattice, Brillion zones, wave diffraction, Bragg's law, structure determination from diffraction data, crystal bindings, crystal vibrations, heat capacity of solids, thermal properties; free electron Fermi gas, heat capacity of the electron gas, electrical conductivity; energy bands of solids; nanostructures.
Course Precondition
none
Resources
1- Charles Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, 8th edition, John Wiley and Sons, Inc., (2005), 2- Neil W. Ashcroft and N. David Mermin, Solid State Physics, Sounders College Publishing,(1976)
Notes
Lecture notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Knows and classifies crystal structures. |
| LO02 | Knows the diffraction of X-rays from crystalline structures and determination of their crystal structure. |
| LO03 | Knows the cohesion types in solids and their quantum mechanical origins. |
| LO04 | Knowledgeable about the elastic properties of solids. |
| LO05 | Knows vibration of atom in crystals, acoustic and optic phonons and their properties. |
| LO06 | Knows the physical basics of heat capacity in solids. |
| LO07 | Knows free electron Fermi gas and its properties in 1, 2 and 3 dimensions. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on the qualifications gained during PhD studies, develops and deepens the current and advanced knowledge in the area by unique means of thinking and / or research at mastery level and comes up with original definitions which bring about novelty to the area. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Can effectively use the equipment used in the field. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Selects experimental measurement methods of various physical quantities and uses instruments in accordance with their sensitivity limits. | |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Interprets experimental and observational results. | 3 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Can draw conclusions from the information obtained during the preparation for the PhD qualifying exam. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Can interpret the information acquired about the field orally and in writing. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses mathematical methods related to the field of study. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Have knowledge about the logic, design, conclusion and dissemination of results of scientific research. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses the theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of materials and nanotechnology at the level of expertise. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Gains high-level skills in using research methods in studies related to materials science and nanotechnology. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops a scientific method that brings innovation to science. | 2 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Makes critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new ideas related to the field. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can carry out independent research on a specific topic related to materials and nanotechnology. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Be able to lead in the execution of interdisciplinary studies. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follows the developments in the her/his field of study and constantly renews herself/himself. | 3 |
| PLO16 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Calculate the predictions of the theories and compare them with the experimental results. | 4 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction that the field of study is related to. | 4 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | He/she shares his/her own ideas and suggestions regarding the problems in the field of study with groups in and outside the field by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. | 3 |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can develop original solutions for problems in the field. | 3 |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Can prepare a scientific article and publish scientific articles in international refereed journals. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crystal structure, primitive cell, basis and crystal structure, lattice types, Bravais lattice | Study the relevant chapter of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Index system for crystal planes, simple crystal structures, direct imaging of crystal structures: STM, crystal structure data | study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Wave difraction and reciprocal lattice, Diffraction of waves by crystals, Bragg's law, reciprocal lattice vectors | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Structure form factor, atomic form factor, Brillouin zones | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Crystal structure determination from diffraction data | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Crystal binding and elastic constants, Van der Waals-London interaction, ionic crystals, covalent crystals | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Metals, hydrogen bonds, elastic strain, elastic stiffness | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Crystal Vibrations (phonons), Monoatomic basis, two atoms per primitive basis, derivation of elastic constants from experiment | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Acoustic and optical branches, quantization of elastic waves, inelastic scattering by phonons | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Thermal properties, Phonon heat capacity, density of states | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Einstein's model of heat capacity, Debye's model of heat capacity | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Free electron Fermi gas in one, two and three dimensions, heat capacity of electron gas | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Motion in magnetic fields | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Nanostructures, Electronic structure of 0D, 1D and 2D structures | Study the relevant section of the textbook. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||