Lecture: Prof. Dr. Paul van Loosdrecht (pvl -at- ph2.uni-koeln.de), Tel.: (470)-2707

The lecture takes place in SR II. PI on tuesdays from 10.00–11.30 and thursdays from 12.00–13.30.

Comprehensive introduction to the basic principles and experimental methods of condensed matter physics. Examples of current research will be discussed.

The entire course (I & II, given in 2 semesters) covers the following topics: crystal structure and binding, reciprocal lattice and diffraction, lattice dynamics, electronic structure and Fermi surface, semiconductors and metals, transport, magnetism, superconductivity, optical properties, and correlated electrons.

Addresses: master students