PHYS 691 Physics of Non-Crystalline Materials
The course introduces students to the physics governing the properties of non-crystalline materials. Non-crystalline structures are examined along with the kinetics necessary to produce such structures. The influence of these structures on the mechanical, electrical, dielectric, magnetic, thermal and optical properties of amorphous materials is examined. Fundamental theories on the physics of non-crystalline materials will be covered by invoking the early principles of electronic localization caused by random potential fields enunciated by Philip Anderson. Further contribution to our understanding of the conduction and optical phenomena in non-crystalline or amorphous materials enunciated by Sir Neville Mott will also be covered.
Cross Listed Courses
APN 691 & PHYS 691