Course Learning Outcomes
- Understand the quantum theory of solids
- Understand the formation of energy bands in solids
- Read the energy band structure of semiconductors to predict transport properties
- Understand important recombination-generation mechanisms in semiconductors
- Understand and model carrier transport in submicron semiconductor devices
- Understand optical properties of semiconductors
- Choose a proper semiconductor material for a specific application
- Understand the characteristics of diodes, BJTs and MOSFETs in depth including nonideal (secondary) effects
- Develop and utilize advanced equivalent circuits for diodes, BJTs and MOSFETs
- Design BJTs and MOSFETs at discrete and integrated circuit levels
- Utilize semiconductor electron devices efficiently in the design of electronic circuits
- Understand the characteristics of advanced compound semiconductor transistors for high speed electronics
- Understand the physics and characteristics of photodetectors, solar cells, LEDs and Lasers
- Utilize and design photodetectors and photoemitters for optoelectronic applications