227-0056-00L  Semiconductor Devices

SemesterSpring Semester 2017
LecturersC. Bolognesi
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
227-0056-00 VHalbleiterbauelemente2 hrs
Wed10:15-12:00ETF C 1 »
10.05.12:15-13:00ETF C 1 »
C. Bolognesi
227-0056-00 UHalbleiterbauelemente2 hrs
Mon16:15-18:00CAB G 52 »
16:15-18:00ETF C 1 »
16:15-18:00ETF E 1 »
16:15-18:00ETZ E 9 »
C. Bolognesi

Catalogue data

AbstractThe course covers the basic principles of semiconductor devices in micro-, opto-, and power electronics. It imparts knowledge both of the basic physics and on the operation principles of pn-junctions, diodes, contacts, bipolar transistors, MOS devices, solar cells, photodetectors, LEDs and laser diodes.
ObjectiveUnderstanding of the basic principles of semiconductor devices in micro-, opto-, and power electronics.
ContentBrief survey of the history of microelectronics. Basic physics: Crystal structure of solids, properties of silicon and other semiconductors, principles of quantum mechanics, band model, conductivity, dispersion relation, equilibrium statistics, transport equations, generation-recombination (G-R), Quasi-Fermi levels. Physical and electrical properties of the pn-junction. pn-diode: Characteristics, small-signal behaviour, G-R currents, ideality factor, junction breakdown. Contacts: Schottky contact, rectifying barrier, Ohmic contact, Heterojunctions. Bipolar transistor: Operation principles, modes of operation, characteristics, models, simulation. MOS devices: Band diagram, MOSFET operation, CV- and IV characteristics, frequency limitations and non-ideal behaviour. Optoelectronic devices: Optical absorption, solar cells, photodetector, LED, laser diode.
Lecture notesScript of the slides.
LiteratureThe lecture course follows the book Neamen, Semiconductor Physics and Devices, ISBN 978-007-108902-9, Fr. 89.00
Prerequisites / NoticeQualifications: Physics I+II

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
In examination block forBachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology 2016; Version 31.10.2017 (Examination Block 3)
Bachelor's Programme in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology 2012; Version 24.02.2016 (Examination Block 3)
ECTS credits4 credits
ExaminersC. Bolognesi
Typesession examination
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationwritten 180 minutes
Additional information on mode of examinationAn optional midterm exam counts for 25% of the final grade if this improves the final grade.

Students who wish to have the examination in German will have the possibility to request a test in the German language.
Written aidsCourse script (lecture handouts) and homeworks with solutions, Student's own course summary, course textbook, Pocket calculator (Taschenrechner) with no communication capabilities.
If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

Learning materials

 
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Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology BachelorExamination Block 3OInformation
Mathematics MasterSimulation of Semiconductor Devices (not eligible for credits)E-Information