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FSI3200 Condensed Matter Theory 7.5 credits

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Course syllabus FSI3200 (Spring 2019–)
Headings with content from the Course syllabus FSI3200 (Spring 2019–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )

Content and learning outcomes

Course contents

Second quantization, the electron gas, boson and fermion systems, electron-phonon interactions, superconductivity, transport theory, mesoscopic physics, quantum Hall effect, Kondo effect and heavy fermions.

Intended learning outcomes

After completed course, the PhD student should be able to:

  • formulate the many particle problem in second quantized version.
  • use theoretical methods for the many body problem to solve problems covered in the course.
  • give an account of the problems in the area that are treated in the course.

Literature and preparations

Specific prerequisites

Introductory courses in solid state physics (Kittel level), quantum mechanics and statistical physics are required. Quantum mechanics advanced course and statistical physics are recommended.

Literature

P. L. Taylor and O. Heinonen, A quantum approach to condensed matter physics, Cambridge University Press 2002.

Examination and completion

Grading scale

P, F

Examination

  • INL1 - Assignment, 4.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
  • TEN1 - Oral exam, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Other requirements for final grade

Homework problems and oral examination.

Examiner

Ethical approach

  • All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
  • In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
  • In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further information

Course room in Canvas

Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.

Offered by

Education cycle

Third cycle

Postgraduate course

Postgraduate courses at SCI/Physics