Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Solid State Physics | ||
Code | PHYS363 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr HR Sharma Physics H.R.Sharma@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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To develop concepts introduced in Year 1 and Year 2 modules which relate to solids; to consolidate concepts related to crystal structure; to introduce the concept of reciprocal space and diffraction; to enable the students to apply these concepts to the description of crystals,transport properties and the electronic structure of condensed matter; to illustrate the use of these concepts in scientific research in condensed matter; to introduce various other solids. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Familiarity with the crystalline nature of both perfect and real materials. |
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(LO2) An understanding of the fundamental principles of the properties of condensed matter. |
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(LO3) An appreciation of the relationship between the real space and the reciprocal space view of the properties of crystalline matter. |
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(LO4) An ability to describe the crystal structure and electronic structure of matter |
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(LO5) An awareness of current physics research in condensed matter. |
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(S1) An ability to describe the crystal structure and electronic structure of matter. |
Syllabus |
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Reciprocal lattice Reciprocal lattice: definition and theorem, Reciprocal lattice of various crystal lattices Brillouin Zone in 1-3D Diffraction Laue diffraction conditions Ewald construction Atomic form factor Structure factor and diffraction extinction rules for various crystal structures, Diffraction experiments (X-ray/Neutron/Electron diffraction), Synchrotron radiation Band Structure Origin of energy bands (quantum mechanical approach), magnitude of band gap Band filling, Fermi surfaces Bloch Theorem Central equation Tight binding model Band structure of real lattice (metals, semiconductors, graphene) Determination of band by angle resolved photoemission DFT Other solids Non-crystalline materials Soft materials Alloys, quasicrystals, oxide, glasses. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lectures delivered online |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
2 16 |
18 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 57 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Exam open book examination - completed online | 90 minutes | 60 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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open book coursework Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule: Semester 1. | 40 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |