Quantum Theory of Nanoscale Materials
Course Name:
Quantum Theory of Nanoscale Materials (NT701)
Programme:
M.Tech. in Nanotechnology
Semester:
First
Category:
Programme Core (PC)
Credits (L-T-P):
(3-1-0) 4
Course modules and teaching hours:
Introduction to quantum mechanics, Schrodinger equation, uncertainty principle, bound states of 3 D potential wells and periodic potentials, angular momentum, quantum statistics; perturbation theory, electronic band structures in semiconductors, metals, organic materials and nanostructures; vibrational properties of solids; light-matter interaction; electronic bonding; electronic, optical and magnetic properties of nanomaterials.
References:
B. Rogers, S. Pennathur and J.Adams, Nanotechnology: Understanding small systems, CRC Press, 2008.
Dieter Vollath, Nanomaterials: An introduction to synthesis, properties & applications, Wiley-VCH, 2008.
M. F. Ashby, P. J. Ferreira, D. L. Schodek, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnologies and design, Elsevier, 2009.
Department:
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering