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MSE2106 - Quantum Properties of Materials

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-requisite(s)
Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2025/26
Semester A 2026/27 (Tentative)

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

This course introduces the electrical, magnetic, optical and thermal properties of materials using basic quantum mechanics.  It covers three main topics: (i) the fundamental postulates and concepts of quantum mechanics; (ii) the quantum mechanical models and behaviours of electrons and atoms in metals, semiconductors and magnetic materials; and (iii) the electronic band structure and theory in crystalline solids.


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)
Continuous Assessment: 40%
Examination: 60%
Examination Duration: 2 hours
Min. Examination Passing Requirement: 30%
 

For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for the examination must be obtained.

 
Detailed Course Information
MSE2106.pdf