Modules

Prerequisites

Contents

• Foundation for Quantum Devices: Understanding the critical role of semiconductors in quantum device environments. • Heterostructure Growth and Characterization: Techniques for fabricating and characterizing high-quality quantum structures like quantum dots and wells. • Band Theory and Quantum Mechanics: Theoretical frameworks, including tight binding and k⋅p methods, for designing and analyzing quantum materials. • Mechanical and Electrical Properties: Exploring the impact of mechanical properties on band structure and optimizing electrical and transport properties for qubit performance. • Semiconductor Devices as Building Blocks: Basics of semiconductor devices such as transistors and diodes, essential for complex quantum devices. • Quantum Processes: Mastering processes like entanglement and superposition, crucial for quantum computing and communication. • Tunnel Devices and Qubits: Principles and practical aspects of devices exploiting quantum tunneling and qubits, fundamental to quantum computers. • Hands-on Learning: Practical sessions focused on reading research papers and identifying key insights, visit to IHP labs.

Learning outcomes

After successfully completing the module, students can handle the basics of experimental solid state physics concerning theoretical and methodical aspects. In particular, they will be proficient in spectroscopic methods.They are able to bridge the theoretical and experimental aspects of spectroscopic methods in solid state physics to provide an appropriate framework for the interpretation and modeling of experimental results. Thus, they are able to grasp new frontiers in the development of innovative applications. Based on the topics of this module, they know methods for gaining knowledge, the classify physical findings into the overall context and the cross link individual outcomes. Furthermore, they can apply their social competences like cooperation skills as well as other individual competences like accuracy, patience, curiosity, their own initiative.

Assessment

• Oral examination, 30-45 min.

Remarks

• Study programme Physics M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Physical Specialization with Experimental Focus“, topic area „Condensed Matter Physics“ • Study programme Micro- and Nanoelectronisc M.Sc.: Compulsory elective module in complex „Technology and Devices“