Engineering Physics MA, Thin Film Electronics, 7.5 credits
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Teknisk fysik AV, Tunnfilmselektronik, 7,5 hp
Engineering Physics MA, Thin Film Electronics, 7.5 credits
General data
- Code:TF012A
- Subject/Main field:Engineering Physics
- Cycle:Second cycle
- Credits:7,5
- Progressive specialization:A1N - Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
- Education area:Teknik 100%
- Answerable faculty:Faculty of Science, Technology and Media
- Answerable department:Engineering, Mathematics, and Science Education
- Approved:2023-06-08
- Version valid from:2023-08-15
Aim
The student shall acquire theoretical and practical knowledge of the manufacturing, function and characterization of thin-film electronics based on insulating, semi-conducting and conducting materials.
Course objectives
The student shall be able to:
- explain concepts in the course.
- explain the function of different types of electronic components based on thin films, such as organic LEDs, solar cells and transistors.
- explain the function of organic and inorganic semiconductor materials.
- describe different manufacturing technologies for producing thin films
- account for material parameters that affect the performance of electronic components, such as conductivity, bandgap, mobility.
- manufacture semiconductor components based on thin films in a lab environment and characterize these using accepted analysis methods.
Content
The course includes:
- Function and construction of electronic components based on thin films.
- Properties of various relevant materials such as semiconducting and conducting polymers and inorganic materials.
- Manufacturing methods relevant to the production of thin film components.
- Characterization techniques relevant to thin film electronics.
Entry requirements
Physics BA, 45 credits, including introductory courses in electromagnetism and modern physics or solid state physics.
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Teaching form
Teaching is conducted in the form of lectures, seminars, scheduled reports and laboratories. The teaching may be given in English.
Examination form
L100: Laboratory work, 2 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Written reports.
T100: Written exam, 4 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
T101: Written exercises, 1.5 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
Grading criteria for the subject can be found at www.miun.se/gradingcriteria.
The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.
Grading system
Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
Course reading
Hand out material
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