Nanoelectronics

What it is about

In this module you will receive an introduction to materials and component architectures at the nanometer scale (<100 nm), where classical and quantum mechanical effects play a role. In the end you will be able to apply basic quantum mechanics, understand MOSFET architectures, explain quantum effects in nano-structured devices, and describe the physics of carbon nanotubes and organic semiconductors.

What you will be able to do

• Apply fundamental methods of quantum mechanics to simple problems
• Understand the architecture and operation of MOSFETs
• Explain the use of quantum effects (quantum confinement, tunneling) in nano-structured devices
• Understand the fundamental physics and chemistry of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and organic semiconductors
• Recognize and present the functioning of modern nano-structured (opto-)electronic devices (e.g., OLEDs, OPVs)

What the module consists of

• LecturesDelivery of module content by the lecturer with discussion; supported by electronic presentations
• Tutorials/ExercisesApplication of theoretical knowledge to practical problems using problem sets and calculations
• Numerical simulationsSimulation of more complex electronic devices and evaluation/presentation of the results

Teaching method

• LectureIntroduction and discussion of the content, supported by presentations
• Tutorials with problem setsDeepening and practical application of the theory to calculation tasks
• Computational simulationsLearn and apply numerical tools to investigate device architectures