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PHYS 881 - Introduction to Solid State Physics

Credits 3

Introduction to the physics of condensed matter: crystal lattices; lattice dynamics; electron energy bands; fermi surfaces; optical, magnetic, and transport properties of insulators, semiconductors, and metals.

Repeat for Credit
Y

Requisites
Prerequisite: Graduate standing OR consent of instructor.

Typically Offered
Other


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