In this course, the behavior of atoms and shared electrons in solids will be described by classical physics and quantum mechanics. The discussion of solid with crystalline structure will be one of the emphases. Some properties of crystal such as defects, disorder and thermal vibration will be studied. Then, band theory will be investigated. The physics of p-n junction semiconductor will also be introduced. Materials will be classified by models of magnetism as well as electric properties.

CILO-1: Students will be able to have the basic knowledge on solid state physics, such as symmetry, crystal, band structure, phonon, and mobility. CILO-2: Students will be able to explain the observed properties for various materials, such as insulator and semiconductor. CILO-3: Students will be able to design new materials for specific applications, such as solar cell and battery. CILO-4: Students will be able to have the knowledge on physical methods, such as pulsed laser deposition and floating zone method, for the fabrication of materials.