Introduction to Semiconductor Devices
Introduction to Semiconductor Devices
Physics of electronic and optical solid state devices; includes semiconductor materials, bipolar and FET device physics and modeling, optical properties of semiconductors, and lasers.
| Hours | 3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 1.0 Lab |
| Prerequisites | EC EN 340 |
| Taught | Fall |
| Programs | Containing EC EN 450 |
Course Outcomes:
Model p-n Junctions
Application of basic physical processes to model p-n junctions.
Charge Transport
Application of differential equations to charge transport in semiconducting material.
Modeling MOS and MOS-related Devices
Application of the physical properties of device building blocks (pn junctions, metal semiconductor interfaces, MOS structures) to model MOSFET and memory device operation.
Understanding Microfabrication Technology
Application of basic microfabrication processes to design semiconductor device fabrication process flows.