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68606 Solid-state Science and Nanodevices

6cp; 5hpw
Requisite(s): 68413 Quantum Physics
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses. See access conditions.

This subject provides an introduction to the quantum mechanics of electrons in solids and shows how the basic principles are used to guide the development of nanodevices which have technological applications. The subject has a substantial laboratory component which provides an opportunity to work with nanostructured materials.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

  • 2013 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1045 (Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the Fees Calculator by Subject for relevant student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students. Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.)
  • 2013 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3000 (Note: Fees for postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the annual fees schedule.)
  • Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

Note: The requisite information presented in this subject description covers only academic requisites. Full details of all enforced rules, covering both academic and admission requisites, are available at access conditions and My Student Admin.