Course Title: Electrical Properties of Materials
Type of Course: Compulsory, Theory
Offered to: EEE
Pre-requisite Course(s): None
Crystal structures: Types of crystals, lattice and basis, Bravais lattice and Miller indices.
Classical theory of electrical and thermal conduction: Scattering, mobility and resistivity, temperature dependence of metal resistivity, Mathiessen’s rule, Hall effect and thermal conductivity.
Introduction to quantum mechanics: Wave nature of electrons, Schrodinger’s equation, one-dimensional quantum problems- infinite quantum well, potential step and potential barrier; Heisenbergs’s uncertainty principle and quantum box, Electron in a 3D box. Hydrogen Atom.
Band theory of solids: Band theory from molecular orbital, Bloch theorem, Kronig-Penny model, Brillouin zone, effective mass, density-of-states. Carrier statistics: Maxwell-Boltzmann and Fermi-Dirac distributions, Fermi energy. Modern theory of metals: Determination of Fermi energy and average energy of electrons, classical and quantum mechanical calculation of specific heat.
Dielectric properties of materials: Dielectric constant, polarization- electronic, ionic, orientational and interfacial; internal field, Clausius-Mosotti equation, spontaneous polarization, frequency dependence of dielectric constant, dielectric loss, piezoelectricity, ferroelectricity, pyroelectricity.
Magnetic properties of materials: Magnetic moment, magnetization and relative permitivity, different types of magnetic materials, origin of ferromagnetism and magnetic domains.
Introduction to superconductivity: Zero resistance and Meissner effect, Type I and Type II superconductors and critical current density. BCS theory. Magnetic recording materials, Josephson theory.
Introduction to meta-materials.
To provide a physics-based understanding of the electrical, thermal, dielectric and magnetic properties of the materials.
To establish the theoretical foundation required for designing electrical and electronic devices so that those can be applied for practical applications
Fundamental understanding of concepts of atomic and molecular physics.
| CO No. | CO Statement | Corresponding PO(s)* | Domains and Taxonomy level(s)** | Delivery Method(s) and Activity(-ies) | Assessment Tool(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | apply the physics-based knowledge to solve problems relevant to the electrical, thermal, dielectric and magnetic properties of materials | PO(a) | C3 | Lectures, Discussions | Assignment, Class test, Final exam |
| 2 | analyse the properties of materials based on the underlying physics | PO(b) | C4 | Lectures, Discussions | Assignment, Class test, Final exam |
| 3 | design electrical and electronic devices such that specified performance characteristics are attained | PO(c) | C6 | Lectures, Discussions | Assignment, Final exam |
Cognitive Domain Taxonomy Levels: C1 – Knowledge, C2 – Comprehension, C3 – Application, C4 – Analysis, C5 – Synthesis, C6 – Evaluation, Affective Domain Taxonomy Levels: A1: Receive; A2: Respond; A3: Value (demonstrate); A4: Organize; A5: Characterize; Psychomotor Domain Taxonomy Levels: P1: Perception; P2: Set; P3: Guided Response; P4: Mechanism; P5: Complex Overt Response; P6: Adaptation; P7: Organization
Program Outcomes (PO): PO(a) Engineering Knowledge, PO(b) Problem Analysis, PO(c) Design/development Solution, PO(d) Investigation,
PO(e) Modern tool usage, PO(f) The Engineer and Society, PO(g) Environment and sustainability, PO(h) Ethics, PO(i) Individual work and team work,
PO(j). Communication, PO(k) Project management and finance, PO(l) Life-long Learning
* For details of program outcome (PO) statements, please see the departmental website or course curriculum
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| Week | Lectures | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1-3 | Crystal structures: Types of crystals, lattice and basis, Bravais lattice and Miller indices |
| 2 | 4-6 | Classical theory of electrical and thermal conduction: Scattering, mobility and resistivity, temperature dependence of metal resistivity |
| 3 | 7-9 | Classical theory of electrical and thermal conduction: Mathiessen’s rule, Hall effect and thermal conductivity |
| 4 | 10-12 | Introduction to quantum mechanics: Wave nature of electrons, Schrodinger’s equation, one-dimensional quantum problems- infinite quantum well |
| 5 | 13-15 | Introduction to quantum mechanics: potential step and potential barrier; Heisenbergs’s uncertainty principle and quantum box, Electron in a 3D box. Hydrogen Atom |
| 6 | 16-18 | Band theory of solids: Band theory from molecular orbital, Bloch theorem, Kronig-Penny model. |
| 7 | 19-21 | Band theory of solids: Brillouin zone, effective mass, density-of-states. Carrier statistics: Maxwell-Boltzmann and Fermi-Dirac distributions, Fermi energy. |
| 8 | 20-24 | Modern theory of metals: Determination of Fermi energy and average energy of electrons, classical and quantum mechanical calculation of specific heat. |
| 9 | 25-27 | Dielectric properties of materials: Dielectric constant, polarization- electronic, ionic, orientational and interfacial; internal field, Clausius-Mosotti equation, spontaneous polarization. |
| 10 | 28-30 | Dielectric properties of material: frequency dependence of dielectric constant, dielectric loss, piezoelectricity, ferroelectricity, pyroelectricity |
| 11 | 31-33 | Magnetic properties of materials: Magnetic moment, magnetization and relative permitivity, different types of magnetic materials, origin of ferromagnetism and magnetic domains. |
| 12 | 34-36 | Introduction to superconductivity: Zero resistance and Meissner effect, Type I and Type II superconductors and critical current density. BCS theory. Magnetic recording materials, Josephson theory. |
| 13 | 37-39 | Introduction to meta-materials |
Class participation will be judged by in-class evaluation; attendance will be recorded in every class.
Continuous assessment will be done in the form of quizzes, assignments, in-class evaluations.
Final Examination: A comprehensive term final examination will be held at the end of the Term following the guideline of Academic Council
Class Participation 10%
Continuous Assessment 20%
Final Examination 70%
Total 100%
Principles of Electronic Materials and Devices by S. O. Kasap (3rd edition)
Semiconductor Physics and Devices: Basic Principles by Donald A. Neaman (4th edition)
Semiconductor Device Fundamentals by Rober F. Pierret
Online resources or supplementary materials will be shared with the class on a need basis
Besides going through relevant topics of the textbook, it is strongly advised that the students follow the class Lectures and discussions regularly for a thorough understanding of the topics.