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FYS9430 - Condensed matter physics II

Course content

Functional materials and their properties. Superconductors, diamagnetism and paramagnetism, ferromagnetism and anti-ferromagnetism, magnetic resonance, dielectricity and ferroelectricity and nanostructures.

Learning outcomes

The subject treats functional materials from an experimental viewpoint, solid state theory and properties. This includes the physics forming the basis for the measured properties, as well as the functions and uses of different functional materials. The subject will be useful to gain an understanding of the interplay between classical - and quantum mechanical phenomena, and how microscopic/atomic processes acting between many atoms/molecules produces the typical properties of different solid state matter. The subject is aimed at giving the basic knowledge for accomplishment of a master thesis in condensed matter physics.

Learning goals:

• The students shall get a continuance in condensed matter physics in some central areas.
• The subject shall provide basic knowledge and also give an overview of current problems within the field of condensed matter/materials science mainly on functional materials.

Proficiency goal:

After the completion of the course the students shall:
• Understand the physical basic principles for different functional materials functional materials including superconductors, diamagnetic and paramagnetic materials, ferromagnetic and anti-ferromagnetic materials, materials with magnetic resonance, dielectric and ferroelectric materials and nanostructured materials.
• Be able to describe basic principles for various functional materials utilizing quantum mechanical - and classical laws and approximations.
• Be able to understand the interplay between classical and quantum mechanical phenomena and how microscopic/atomic processes operating between many atoms/molecules create the typical properties of functional materials.
• Be able to perform derivations and calculations for new problem areas for various functional materials.
• Know about different methods for characterization and application of functional materials.
• Know something about the historical development and examples of applications for various functional materials.
• Be able to utilize his or her competence from the course for further studies in condensed matter physics.

Admission

This course is primarily intended for PhD students admitted to a program at a Norwegian University or University College. For registration please contact the student administration office in the Department of Physics. PhD students from other faculties at UiO and other universities (than Oslo) must in addition apply as a Visiting PhD Student .

Prerequisites

Recommended prior knowledge

FYS3410 - Condensed matter physics

Overlap

10 credits overlap against FYS348.

10 credits with FYS4430 - Condensed matter physics II

Teaching

The course is given in the autumn term and contains 3 hours of teaching (lectures and exercises) per week. Compulsory problems will be included. In addition two scientific articles will be included as compulsory curriculum.

Exam information

Oral exam at the end of the semester. Submitted reports on compulsory problems and presentation of papers may count maximum 20% in the grading.

Assessment and grading

Students are awarded either a passing or a failing grade. Read more about the grading system .

An external auditor regularly evaluates the academic quality of the course, including the form of exam used on the course.

Explanations and appeals

Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes

You can usually resit an exam, but the conditions depend on whether you had a valid reason for absence from the regular exam. Read more about resitting an exam .

Exam options for students with special needs

Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.

Evaluation of this course

Feedback from our students is essential to us in our efforts to ensure and further improve the high quality of our programmes and courses. As a student at the University of Oslo you will therefore be asked to participate in various types of evaluation of our courses, facilities and services. All courses are subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students on a particular course to participate in a more comprehensive, in-depth evaluation of this course, a so called "periodic evaluation".

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