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.
SI2600 Condensed Matter Theory 7.5 credits
This course in condensed matter theory treats central principles and computation methods, and covers some of the most recent research problems in the area. The approach is towards reaching important results by direct and intuitive methods, and avoiding unnecessary mathematical complexity. The course focuses on the quantum mechanical treatment of the solid state and covers many problems of current interest such as superconductivity, mesoscopic physics, and the quantum Hall effect. The course discusses methods for computation and making interesting predictions for some of the many complex phenomena that occur in solids and quantum liquids. The course is aimed primarily at advanced undergraduate students and PhD students in physics and related areas. The course is also aiming at scientists working with applications on electrical properties of materials.
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Application
For course offering
Autumn 2024 Start 28 Oct 2024 programme students
Application code
51595
Headings with content from the Course syllabus SI2600 (Spring 2022–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After the course you 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
English B / English 6
Recommended prerequisites
Introductory courses in solid state physics (Kittel level), quantum mechanics and statistical physics are required. Quantum mechanics advanced course SI2380 and Statistical physics SI2510 are recommended.
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Literature
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Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assigment, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, 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.
Other requirements for final grade
Homework problems (INL1; 4,5 university credits) and oral examination (TEN1; 3 university credits).
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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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.
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Main field of study
Physics
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Egor Babaev (babaev@kth.se)