PHYS 8761 Solid State Physics I

Name: Solid State Physics I
Rating: 4.46 (30 reviews)

Introduction to the basic concepts of the quantum theory of solids. Drude and Sommerfeld theory, crystal structure and bonding, theory of crystal diffraction, and the reciprocal lattice, Bloch theorem and electronic band structure, nearly free electron approximation and tight binding method, metals, semiconductors and insulators, dynamics of crystal lattice, phonons in metals, semiclassical theory of electrical and thermal transport, introduction to magnetism and superconductivity.

Course overview

Department: Physics
School: MCAS
Credits: 3
Level: Graduate
Offered: Every Spring

Requirements fulfilled

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Official evaluation summary

4.46 / 5

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Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Ziyan Zhu
Fall 2026, Fall 2025 · Official rating 4.86/5
Brian Zhou
Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 · Official rating 4.56/5
Fazel Tafti
Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.50/5

Sections

Section 01
Fall 2026 · Ziyan Zhu · Higgins Hall 260 TuTh 10:30AM-11:45AM · Offered