Solid State Theory I - TheoSolidSt
| Course | Solid State Theory I |
|---|---|
| Course No. | TheoSolidSt |
| Category | Type | Language | Teaching hours | CP | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elective | Lecture with exercises | English | 3+1 | 6 | WT |
Preparation: training in theoretical physics at the B.Sc. level, experimental solid state physics
Form of Testing and Examination: written or oral examination
Length of Course: 1 semester
Aims of the Course: this course gives an introduction to the physics of electrons and phonons in solids together with theoretical concepts and techniques as applied to these systems.
Contents of the Course: The lecture investigates basic concepts to describe solids and their excitations. Various applications are discussed with emphasis on experimental and theoretical research directions of the physics department in Cologne.
Recommended Literature: Ashcroft/ Mermin: “Solid State Physics”