Course Outline

Introduction

  • Overview of semiconductors for government applications
  • Basic concepts of semiconductors

Quantum Theory of Semiconductors

  • Introduction to semiconductor devices specialization
  • Understanding crystal structures in semiconductors
  • Crystal defects and their impact on performance
  • Methods for crystal growth
  • Formation of energy bands in semiconductors
  • Energy band structure analysis
  • Calculating atomic densities for precise material characterization

Understanding Carrier Statistics

  • Density of states in semiconductor materials
  • Properties and behavior of intrinsic semiconductors
  • Characteristics and applications of extrinsic semiconductors

Semiconductor Currents

  • Comprehending currents in semiconductor devices for government use
  • Drift current mechanisms
  • Diffusion current processes
  • The Hall effect and its implications

Understanding Carrier Dynamics

  • Radiative transitions and their transition rates
  • Non-radiative transitions in semiconductors
  • The continuity equation for carrier dynamics
  • The concept of quasi-Fermi level in semiconductor physics

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental understanding of physics, electrical currents, and chemistry
  • Familiarity with semiconductors

Audience

  • Electrical engineers for government and private sector
  • Individuals interested in semiconductor technology
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