227-0056-00L Semiconductor Devices
Semester | Spring Semester 2017 |
Lecturers | C. Bolognesi |
Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
Language of instruction | English |
Courses
Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | |||||||||||||
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227-0056-00 V | Halbleiterbauelemente | 2 hrs |
| C. Bolognesi | ||||||||||||
227-0056-00 U | Halbleiterbauelemente | 2 hrs |
| C. Bolognesi |
Catalogue data
Abstract | The 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. |
Objective | Understanding of the basic principles of semiconductor devices in micro-, opto-, and power electronics. |
Content | Brief 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 notes | Script of the slides. |
Literature | The lecture course follows the book Neamen, Semiconductor Physics and Devices, ISBN 978-007-108902-9, Fr. 89.00 |
Prerequisites / Notice | Qualifications: 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 for | Bachelor'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 credits | 4 credits |
Examiners | C. Bolognesi |
Type | session examination |
Language of examination | English |
Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
Mode of examination | written 180 minutes |
Additional information on mode of examination | An 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 aids | Course 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
Main link | Kursinformation |
Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
Programme | Section | Type | |
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Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Bachelor | Examination Block 3 | O | |
Mathematics Master | Simulation of Semiconductor Devices (not eligible for credits) | E- |