Electrons in Low Dimensional Systems

The module consists of a lecture and exercise classes. In the thematically structured lecture the learning content is presented. With cross references between different topics the universal concepts in physics are shown. In scientific discussions the students are involved to stimulate their analytic-physics intellectual power.

In the exercise classes the learning content is deepened and practised using problem examples and calculations. Thus the students are able to explain and apply the learned physics knowledge independently.

Methods:

• Lecture: beamer presentation with slides, board work.
• Tutorials with board work, discussion and problem solving to stimulate the active participation of the students.
• Self-evaluation by means of multiple-choice tests.
• Visits to on-campus laboratories.

There will be an oral exam of 30 minutes duration. Therein the achievement of the competencies given in section learning outcome is tested exemplarily at least to the given cognition level using comprehension questions and sample calculations.

For example an assignment in the exam might be:

• Describe the energy levels and band structure of a quantum well.
• How can one perform surface band mapping by means of angle-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy?
• What is the Coulomb blockade?

Participation in the exercise classes is strongly recommended since the exercises prepare for the problems of the exam and rehearse the specific competencies.

There will be a bonus (one intermediate stepping of "0,3" to the better grade) on passed module exams (4,3 is not upgraded to 4,0). The bonus is applicable to the exam period directly following the lecture period (not to the exam repetition) and subject to the condition that the student passes the mid-term of a blackboard presentation of an exercise solution and a 25-minute presentation on a selected research topic.