Physics

GENERAL OBJECTIVES: Understanding the fundamental optical and transport properties of semiconductors and using these properties in the main electronic and opto-electronic devices. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: A – Knowledge and understanding OF 1) To know the fundamental electronic properties of semiconductors and how they derive from their crystalline structure and chemical composition. OF 2) To understand how the fundamental electronic properties of semiconductors can be modified by material nanostructuring. OF 3) To know the main charge transport phenomena in semiconductors. OF 4) To know the main processes of interaction of light with semiconductors and related phenomena. OF 5) Based on the previous points, learning the operating principles of the most common electronic and optoelectronic devices based on semiconductor materials. B - APPLICATION SKILLS OF 6) To know in general how to determine which semiconductor materials can be used to fabricate devices with specific characteristics. OF 7) To know how to predict the effects of electromagnetic fields on the transport and optical properties of semiconductors. OF 8) To be able to select a semiconductor device for the measurement of given quantities. C – Autonomy of judgement OF 9) To determine the connections between the properties of a semiconductor and the characteristics of a device. OF 10) To be able to integrate the knowledge acquired in order to exploit it in the more general context of device applications of semiconductor materials. D – Communication skills OF 11) To know how to explain the fundamental reasons behind the functioning principle of a device. OF 12) To know how to justify the choice of a semiconductor material for carrying out specific applications. E – Ability to learn OF 13) To acquire the ability to independently read and understand scientific texts and technical articles based on the topics covered in the course. OF 14) To have the ability to choose and identify an appropriate device depending on the use.