Computational Solid State Physics (FYS630)
With these subjects the student will be able to understand the basis of solid state physics, such as
Solid state concepts; Phonons; Lattice and magnetic excitations in solids;
Force field methods; Hartree and Hartree-Fock theory; Density-Functional theory; Basis sets; Pseudopotentials; Molecular dynamics;
Functional properties of different types of materials;
Experimental methods for material characterization and how to simulate them numerically.;
The student will be able to apply these concepts on state of the art research topics.
Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
FYS630
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English, Norwegian
Content
NB! This is an elective course and may be cancelled if fewer than 10 students are enrolled by January 20th for the spring semester.
Force field methods; Hartree and Hartree-Fock theory; Density-Functional theory; Basis sets; Pseudopotentials; Molecular dynamics; super cells and surface modelling
Functional properties of different types of materials;
Experimental methods for material characterization and how to simulate them numerically.
Learning outcome
The students will get a solid understanding of the fundamentals of theoretical Solid State Physics and Materials Science and knowledge and skills to perform computational modeling of simple systems. The course will give an overview over the various classes of traditional and exciting novel materials enabling the technological progress of tomorrow. The students will also get an overview over the state-of-the-art methods for materials' characterization and how theory and experiment can work efficiently together. The course will give a necessary foundation for the advanced research on Master and PhD level in the field of Solid State Physics, Materials Physics, Applied and Computational Materials Science and/or Applied Physics.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Recommended prerequisites
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral exam | 1/1 | 45 Minutes | Letter grades | None permitted |
Coursework requirements
Project assignment is done individually.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Eva RaulsHead of Department:
Bjørn Henrik AuestadMethod of work
Lectures and seminars with student presentations (number and length of seminars depending on student number). Practical exercises on selected topics if possible.