Module

Voraussetzungen

Inhalte

The following topics serve as examples to illustrate the connection between basic and applied sciences and to demonstrate the methods of attaining new perceptions: • Basics (theory of nucleation, morphological stability, interface kinetics, atomistic models)· • Thermodynamic approach • Hydrodynamic concepts for growth processes • Growth methods for single crystals, epitaxial layers and nano-structures • Defects in real crystals • Applications of single crystalline materials with emphasis on semiconductors for solid state and opto-electronics A visit of the Institute for Crystal Growth in Berlin-Adlershof is also planned at the end of the course.

Lernziele

After successfully completing the module, students have a good grasp of the fundamentals and methods for the preparation of bulk crystals, crystalline layers, and nano-structures, the basics of defects in crystals as well as applications of different crystalline materials. They are able to familiarize themselves with a technical topic independently. Additionally, students have improved presentation skills and further competences as accurateness, endurance and curiosity.

Prüfungsleistung

Prerequisite: • Successful presentation of seminar paper Final module examination: • Written examination, 90 min.

Bemerkungen

• Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Experimental Focus“, topic area „Condensed Matter Physics“ Self organised studies: • re-work of the lecture • means of English literature • preparation of a short talk A visit of the Institute for Crystal Growth in Berlin-Adlershof is also planned at the end of the course.