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402-0257-00L 10 Credits MSC D-ITET , D-PHYS
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Advanced Solid State Physics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Andrey Zheludev
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:28

Abstract

This course is an extension of the introductory course on solid state physics.The purpose of this course is to learn to navigate the complex collective quantum phases, excitations and phase transitionsthat are the dominant theme in modern solid state physics. The emphasis is on the main concepts and on specific experimentalexamples, both classic ones and those from recent research.

Objective

The goal is to study how novel phenomena emerge in the solid state.

Content

Today's challenges and opportunities in Solid State Physics: Phase transitions and critical phenomena, Fermi surface instabilities, Superconductors, Magnetism of insulators, Semiconductors

Resources

Lecture Notes

The printed material for this course involves: (1) a self-contained script, distributed electronically at semester start. (2) experimental examples (Power Point slide-style) selected from original publications, distributed at the start of every lecture.

Literature

A list of books will be distributed. Numerous references to useful published scientific papers will be provided.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 35 minutes
Each student is required to participate in a presentation on a selected topic during the exercises (compulsory continuous performance assessment). Topics and preparation material will be provided during the lecture. The student's presentation will not be graded (pass/fail).The effective duration of the exam is 30 minutes.For technical reasons it shows 35min.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Advanced Solid State Physics
  • Tue 11:45-12:30 (HPV G 5)
  • Thu 13:45-15:30 (HPV G 5)
3 h weekly
exercise Advanced Solid State Physics
  • Tue 15:45-17:30 (HIT F 31.1)
  • Tue 15:45-17:30 (HIT F 32)
  • Tue 15:45-17:30 (HIT K 51)
  • Thu 07:45-09:30 (HIT K 52)
2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Physik Master
    • Kernfächer (Maximal ein Kernfach aus dem Angebot für Bachelorstudierende in Physik (BSc Reglement 2021) kann als Wahlfach angerechnet werden. Für die Kategoriezuordnung lassen Sie bei der Prüfungsanmeldung "keine Kategorie" ausgewählt und wenden Sie sich nach dem Verfügen des Prüfungsresultates an das Studiensekretariat."( ).)
  • Quantum Engineering Master
    • Wahlfächer (This is a selection of courses particularly suitable for the MSc QE. In agreement with the tutor, students may choose other courses from the ETH course catalogue.)