EEE6212 Semiconductor Materials (15 credits)

Year Running: 2015/2016

Credit level: F7

Pre Uni Qualification		This module assumes a successful completion of an Electrical/Electronic Engineering Programme (or course of study) up to FHEQ Level 6 (or equivalent) at Sheffield or elsewhere.
Additional Information		Restricted to students in the Department of EEE

Description

This module describes the basic physical properties (structural, optical, electrical) of semiconductor materials used in the electronic and opto-electronic industries, and in semiconductor based research. The aim is to equip the students with a comprehensive background understanding of the physical, structural, optical, electronic properties of semiconductor materials used in modern electronic and opto-electronic devices.

Reading List

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type	Hours
Independent	111.0
Lecture	36.0

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type	Duration	% of formal assessment	Semester
Exam	3.0	75 %
Other	0.0	25 %

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.