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Title: M312, Solid and Surface Physics
Institution: Murdoch University, Australia

Level:
Degree, diploma, postgraduate.

Description:
This course provides an introduction to the application of quantum theory to the study of the properties of solids and surfaces.
The content includes review of statistical mechanics, quantum statistics, bonding in solids, crystal structure, X-ray diffraction, specific heats of solids, lattice dynamics of crystals, band theory of solids, semiconductors, semiconductor junctions, electronic devices, amorphous materials, methods of surface analysis.

Assessment is by assignments, test and final examination.

Prerequisites: M211 Quantum Theory and M202 Properties of Matter.
Programmes for which this course is required or in which it can be included:
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics)
Postgraduate Diploma in Physics.


Languages:
English

Media and methods employed: Face-to-face tutorials, telephone tutorials, audio cassettes, video cassettes.
Specially written materials, including guides for self-paced study, supported where possible and where appropriate by audio and video cassette tapes, special audio-visual equipment, face-to-face tutoring, telephone tutoring.

Administrative information:
This is a 1 semester course (15 weeks). It is a 3 point course.
Murdoch University is a member of WADEC (the Western Australian Distance Education Consortium). Copyright in all external mode course materials is held by Murdoch University and enquiries regarding access to, or purchase of, materials should be addressed in the first instance to the Director of External Studies, Murdoch University.

Classification:
070430 PHYSICS

Date: 21 December 1995 bb
Source: 1996 Handbook & Calendar

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