Credit allowed for only one of PHYS 4203 or PHYS 4213. Equilibrium thermodynamics, statistical physics, and kinetic energy. Crystal structure, diffraction and symmetry. Lattice vibrations, elasticity and optical properties. Electronic structure, band theory, transport and magnetism.
Course emphasizes applications and current topics in semiconductors, optics and magnetism.
Regular informal discussions of research reported in journals and monographs. Guided study in current literature. Accelerated course on mechanics and electromagnetic theory. Topics in mechanics include Newton's laws, variational principles and Lagrange's equations, Hamilton's equations, rigid body motion, and small vibrations. Topics in electromagnetism include electrostatics, Maxwell's equations, radiation theory, wave propagation, and applications.