Theory, Practice and Techniques in Solid State Physics

Solid-is the state of matter in which materials have a definite shape and a definite volume. Solid-state physics, deals with study of the properties of bulk matter rather than those of the individual particles that compose it. It is concerned with the properties exhibited by atoms and molecules because of their association and regular, periodic arrangement in crystals. Stated another way, it is the study of solids using combinations of experimental methods which were originally from cyrstallography, metallurgy & engineering, along with the theoretical methods of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics, & electromagnetism. A goal of Solid State Physics is to try to understand how the macroscopic properties of solids result from their microscopic, atomic scale properties.
The entitle text “Theory, Practice and Techniques in Solid State Physics” provides an introduction to the field of solid state physics for undergraduate students in physics, chemistry, engineering, and materials science. It covers the topics of solid state physics as well as modern physics, such as crystal structure, band structure, phonon, heat capacity, electric conductivity, Fermi energy, density of state etc. Fundamentals of crucial materials, such as Superconductors, Semiconductors, Magnetism, etc., are included in the course.

This text is:

• A comprehensive guide to principal physical properties of condensed matter, as well as the underlying theory necessary for a proper understanding of solid state of matter.
• Includes all areas of solid state physics including solid state optics, solid state acoustics, electronic and vibrational spectra, phase change, ferroelectricity, magnetism, and superconductivity.
• Intended for university students in physics, engineering and electrical engineering.