| Course Name |
(中) 半導體物理導論(一)(4105) |
| (Eng.) Introduction to Semiconductor Physics(I) |
| Offering Dept |
Department of Physics |
| Course Type |
Elective |
Credits |
3 |
Teacher |
KUMAR UTKARSH |
| Department |
Department of Physics/Undergraduate |
Language |
English |
Semester |
2026-SPRING |
| Course Description |
This course provides a fundamental introduction to semiconductor physics, covering the essential principles governing the electronic, optical, and transport properties of semiconductor materials. Topics include crystal structures, energy band theory, carrier statistics, carrier transport mechanisms, generation and recombination processes, and basic semiconductor junctions and devices. The course establishes a solid theoretical foundation for advanced studies in microelectronics, optoelectronics, nanotechnology, and semiconductor device engineering. |
| Prerequisites |
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self-directed learning in the course |
Y |
| Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) |
Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives |
| Course Objectives |
Competency Indicators |
Ratio(%) |
Teaching Methods |
Assessment Methods |
Understand the fundamental physical principles of semiconductors.
Analyze carrier statistics and transport phenomena.
Explain the operation of semiconductor junctions and basic devices.
Relate material properties to electrical and optical behavior.
Prepare students for advanced semiconductor and nanoelectronics courses.
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| Exercises |
| Discussion |
| Practicum |
| Other |
| Lecturing |
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| Written Presentation |
| Attendance |
| Oral Presentation |
| Assignment |
| Study Outcome |
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| Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule |
| Week |
Course Content |
| Week 1 |
Introduction to Semiconductors: classification of solids, applications, overview of semiconductor materials. |
| Week 2 |
Crystal Structure and Bonding: crystal lattices, unit cells, diamond and zinc blende structures, lattice defects. |
| Week 3 |
Energy Bands in Solids: free electron model, band formation, bandgap concept. |
| Week 4 |
Band Structure of Semiconductors: direct and indirect bandgaps, effective mass, density of states. |
| Week 5 |
Charge Carriers: electrons and holes, intrinsic semiconductors, thermal generation. |
| Week 6 |
Carrier Statistics: Fermi–Dirac distribution, Fermi level, Maxwell–Boltzmann approximation. |
| Week 7 |
Extrinsic Semiconductors: doping, donor and acceptor levels, temperature dependence. |
| Week 8 |
Carrier Transport I: drift, mobility, conductivity, scattering mechanisms. |
| Week 9 |
Carrier Transport II: diffusion, Einstein relation, continuity equation. |
| Week 10 |
Generation and Recombination: radiative and nonradiative recombination, carrier lifetime. |
| Week 11 |
p-n Junction Fundamentals: depletion region, built-in potential, energy band diagrams. |
| Week 12 |
p-n Junction Characteristics: I–V characteristics, ideal diode equation, breakdown mechanisms. |
| Week 13 |
Metal–Semiconductor Junctions: Schottky and ohmic contacts, barrier height. |
| Week 14 |
Basic Semiconductor Devices: diodes, LEDs, photodiodes, introduction to BJTs. |
| Week 15 |
Introduction to MOS Devices: MOS capacitor, threshold voltage, MOSFET basics. |
| Week 16 |
Course Review and Final Examination / Comprehensive Discussion. |
self-directed
learning |
02.Viewing multimedia materials related to industry and academia.
03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
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| Evaluation |
| Attendance, Homework Assignments, Midterm Examination, Final Examination |
| Textbook & other References |
B. G. Streetman and S. Banerjee, Solid State Electronic Devices, Pearson.
S. M. Sze and K. K. Ng, Physics of Semiconductor Devices, Wiley.
C. Kittel, Introduction to Solid State Physics, Wiley.
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| Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website |
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| Office Hours |
| 09:00-12:00 |
| Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs(Link URL) |
| 04.Quality Education 07.Affordable and Clean Energy 09.Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure | include experience courses：N |
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