ENGPHYS 3PN3 - Semiconductor Junction Devices

3 unit(s)

Quantum mechanical origins of the electronic properties of semiconductors: band theory; non-equilibrium carrier conditions; steady state and non-steady state; p-n junctions; Schottky diodes. Detailed coverage of a range of diodes including photodiodes, solar cells, light emitting diodes, Zener diodes, and avalanche diodes.
Three lectures, one tutorial, fall term
Prerequisite(s): ENGPHYS 2E04, 2QM3
Antirequisite(s): MATLS 3Q03, ENGPHYS 3PN4
First offered in 2027-28