CH4715
Functional Materials and Electrons in Solids
2017-2018
10
5
SCQF level 10
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 10
ECTS credits : 5
Level : SCQF level 10
Semester: 2
Planned timetable:
The module introduces the physical concepts of dielectrics, semiconductors, and metals. Electronic properties of interfaces and thin films which are fundamental to devices such as microprocessors, lasers in CD players, or solar cells will be discussed.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass CH2701 and pass at least 1 module from {CH2501, CH2601, CH2603}
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CH5712
Weekly contact: 2 - 3 lectures per week over 9 - 10 weeks (within Weeks 1-11) and 2 - 3 tutorials in total.
Scheduled learning hours: 20
Guided independent study hours: 80
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 100%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%
Re-assessment: Oral Re-assessment = 100%