Murdoch University, Australia , M433, Advanced Solid State Physics

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Title:

M433, Advanced Solid State Physics

Institution:

Murdoch University, Australia

Level:

Postgraduate, diploma.

Description:

The unit extends the work first encountered in M312 Solid and Surface Physics and introduces the student to areas of modern surface physics. The unit also contains a section on the principles and use of vacuum systems. Topics encountered include theory of electrons in solids, representation of three dimensional solids, calculation of band structure, low energy electron diffraction and Auger electron spectroscopy.

Assessment is by practical work, assignment and final examination.
Prerequisites: Completion of pass degree in Physics or equivalent.
Programmes for which this course is required or in which it can be included:
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). Between 13-18 hours of study per week is required. 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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