Course Title: Semiconductor and Nano Device
Type of Course: Optional, Theory
Offered to: EEE
Pre-requisite Course(s): None
Lattice vibration: Simple harmonic model, dispersion relation, acoustic and optical phonons.
Free electron model: Electrical conductivity.
Band structure: Isotropic and anisotropic crystals, band diagrams and effective masses of different semiconductors and alloys.
Scattering theory: Perturbation theory, Fermi-Golden rule for static and oscillating potentials, scattering rates for impurity and phonons, inter-band and inter-sub-band optical absorption, mobility.
Quantum mechanical model of carrier transport: Tunneling transport, current and conductance, resonant tunneling, resonant tunneling diodes, super-lattices and mini-bands.
Introduction to inter subband transition devices.
To provide a physics-based understanding of the electrical behavior of semiconductor and nano devices.
To establish the theoretical foundation required for calculating charge carrier transport through semiconductor and nano-scale devices.
The course gives a foundation for further studies in nano devices and related research.
Fundamental understanding of concepts of semiconductor physics as taught in EEE 307.
| 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 properties of materials | PO(a) | C3 | Lectures, Discussions | Assignment, Class test, Final exam |
| 2 | analyse the charge carrier transport through semiconductor and nano devices based on the underlying physics | PO(b) | C4 | Lectures, Discussions | Assignment, Class test, Final exam |
| 3 | design electronic and opto-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
| K1 | K2 | K3 | K4 | K5 | K6 | K7 | K8 | P1 | P2 | P3 | P4 | P5 | P6 | P7 | A1 | A2 | A3 | A4 | A5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week | Lectures | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1-3 | Lattice vibration: Simple harmonic model |
| 2 | 4-6 | Lattice vibration: Dispersion relations |
| 3 | 7-9 | Lattice vibration: Acoustic and optical phonons |
| 4 | 10-12 | Free electron model: Electrical conductivity |
| 5 | 13-15 | Band structure: Isotropic and anisotropic crystals, band diagrams |
| 6 | 16-18 | Band structure: Effective masses of different semiconductors and alloys |
| 7 | 19-21 | Band structure: Effective masses of different semiconductors and alloys |
| 8 | 22-24 | Scattering theory: Perturbation theory, Fermi-Golden rule for static and oscillating potentials |
| 9 | 25-27 | Scattering theory: Scattering rates for impurity and phonons. |
| 10 | 28-30 | Scattering theory: Inter-band and inter-sub-band optical absorption, mobility. |
| 11 | 31-33 | Quantum mechanical model of carrier transport: Tunneling transport, current and conductance. |
| 12 | 34-36 | Quantum mechanical model of carrier transport: Resonant tunneling diodes, super-lattices and mini-bands. |
| 13 | 37-39 | Introduction to inter subband transition devices |
Class Participation: Class participation and attendance will be recorded in every class.
Continuous Assessment: Continuous assessment any of the activities such as quizzes, assignment, presentation, etc. The scheme of the continuous assessment for the course will be declared on the first day of classes.
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%
Solid State Physics: For Engineering and Materials Science” by John P. McKelvey
“Introduction to Solid State Physics” by Charles Kittel
“The Physics of Low-Dimensional Semiconductors” by John H. Davies