Study program:
Geology (III semester -PhD) |
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Name of subject: Physical Crystallography |
Instructors:
Prof. Aleksandar Kremenović |
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Status: Optional |
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ECTS: 10 |
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Prerequisites: none |
Course Objectives:
The physical properties of crystals are studied using crystallographic methods. |
Learning Outcomes:
After passing a course, students should be familiar with theoretical basis in the field of crystallography and crystal physics. |
Content:
Theory teaching
Ionic and covalent crystals. Crystal lattice energy. Molecular crystals. Optical properties of solid state materials. Mechanism of electromagnetic radiation absorption. X-ray absorption. Electrical properties of solid state materials: dielectrics, metals, semiconductors and superconductors. Photoelectric and thermoelectric effect. Magnetic properties of solid state materials: ferromagnetism and antiferromagnetism. Diamagnetism and paramagnetism. Practical teaching
Practical exercises are closely connected to lectures. One seminar work is planed to be realized. |
Suggested Reading List:
- Nye, J.F., (1985) Physical properties of crystals. Their representation by tensors and matrices, Clarendon Press, Oxford.
- Sirotin, Yu.I., Shaskolskaya, M.P., (1982) Fundamentals of crystal physics, Mir Publishers Moscow.
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Conduct of the Course:
For the sake of active participation of students on the curse, beside classical lectures presented with aid of audio-visual methods, seminar works are planed to be realized. |
Fund hours:
| Lectures |
Exercises |
Other forms of teaching |
Study research |
| 4 |
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0 |
0 |
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Assessment:
| Final Exam |
ECTS |
| Oral Exam | 60 |
| Classwork Assessment |
ECTS |
| Seminars | 40 |
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Additional Assessment Criteria: - |
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