This course is an introduction to the physics of metals, semiconductors, and insulators that includes the study of crystal structure, lattice vibrations, electron motion in crystals, electrical and thermal properties, magnetism, Fermi surfaces, superconductivity. Three lecture-recitation hours each week. This course is an introduction to digital systems, including treatment of combinational logic, switching algebra, minimization of logic networks, flip-flops and other circuit elements, sequential networks, and the design of digital systems. Three lecture-recitation hours each week. When offered, the specific contents for that semester and the specific prerequisites for that semester will be announced in advance of registration.
Student needs written permission of academic counselor, chair, and dean.
PHY 501, 502. Introduction to Theoretical Physics PHY 503, 506. Advanced Laboratory PHY 505, 506.