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Course Description Course Name : Semiconductor Physics I Course Code : FK-675 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 6 Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. CEBRAİL GÜMÜŞ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns basic properties of semiconductors Learns energy levels in crystalline solids Learns impurities in crystals, the carrier concentration at thermal equilibrium, Electron transport Learns thermal effects in semiconductor, electrons and holes diffusion Learns crystal growth methods, pn junction structure. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course aims an introduction to semiconductors and their basic properties Course Contents : Structural properties of semiconductors, crystal lattice, Miller indices, reciprocal lattice, Combination types in solids, crystal defects, pn junctions, density states of electron and holes Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Lecture Halls of Faculty of Arts and Sciences   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Semiconductors, classification of solids wrt resistivity Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 2 Pure semiconductors, doped semiconductors, charge carier current in solids Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 3 Structural properties of semiconductors, crystal lattice, Miller indices, reciprocal lattice Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 4 Combination types in solids Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 5 Crystal defects Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 6 diffusion in semiconductors, diffusion rules Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 7 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Midterm Exam 8 pn junctions Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 9 pn junction construction methods Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 10 Fundamentals of band theory in semiconductors Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 11 Electron energy relationship with the wave vector Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 12 density states of electrons and holes Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 13 Brillouin zones Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 14 Filling energy states of valance band with electrons, metals, insulators and semiconductors Research the related topic Lecture, discussion 15 final exam Final Final 16/17 final exam Final Final   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Cullity B,Elements of X-ray diffraction, Addision-Wesley publishing Company Inc. USA, 1967.   Marius Grundmann, The physics of semiconductors, Springer, 2006, Newyork, p.689.  Charles kittel, Intoduction to solid state physics,John Wiley and Sons, Inc., Newyork,1986,p.646. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 80     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 20 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. 2 2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 1 3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 1 4 Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. 1 5 Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. 1 6 Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. 2 7 Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . 2 8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 3 9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 3 10 Systematically transfer the current developments in the field of physics and his/her work to the person in physics field or outside of the field by supporting qualitative and quantitative data. 3 11 Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. 1 12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 1 13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 2 14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 2 15 Develop strategies, policies and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of physics and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 3 16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 2 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 10 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 14 14     Final Exam 1 14 14 Total Workload: 150 Total Workload / 25 (h): 6 ECTS Credit: 6