A good understanding of the fundamental properties of semiconductor materials and devices is necessary for the professional engineer or scientist to be able to follow the pace of such a fast changing field as microelectronics. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding the basic operation of microelectronic devices. In depth study of a particular device provides training in electronic device design and modelling, including aspects related to its ideal and practical performance, fabrication, and cost. Course topics include: physical models of semiconductor materials; current carriers: electrons and holes; fundamental electronic processes: carrier generation and recombination; electronic transport mechanisms: drift and diffusion; physics of the pn junction; optoeletronic devices; bipolar devices; field effect devices.

Laboratory (25%); Quiz (25%); Final Exam (50%)

ENGN2211

This course is not currently offered.