Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact
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Approx. 15 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course on Diode, PN Junction, and Metal Semiconductor Contact teaches the fundamentals of semiconductor devices and their applications. You will learn about the physics and operation of diodes, PN junctions, and metal-semiconductor contacts.Key Learning Points
- Understand the fundamentals of semiconductor devices
- Learn about the physics and operation of diodes, PN junctions, and metal-semiconductor contacts
- Explore the applications of these devices in modern electronics
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of semiconductor devices
- Analyze the physics and operation of diodes, PN junctions, and metal-semiconductor contacts
- Apply your knowledge to the design and analysis of modern electronic devices
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of physics and mathematics
- Familiarity with basic electronic circuits
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online Videos
- Quizzes and Assignments
Similar Courses
- Semiconductor Devices and Circuits
- Introduction to Semiconductors
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Professor Emeritus of Microelectronics
Related Books
Description
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5631, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.
Outline
- PN Junction at Equilibrium
- Course Introduction
- PN Junction at Equilibrium
- Step Junction
- Linearly Graded Junction
- Heterojunction
- Module Topics
- Materials and Physical Constants
- Homework #1
- PN Junction Under Bias
- PN Junction Under Reverse Bias
- Avalanche Breakdown
- Avalanche and Zener Breakdown
- PN Junction Under Forward Bias
- Ideal Diode Equation
- Non-Ideal Behavior
- Current in Heterojunction
- Module Topics
- Materials and Physical Constants
- Homework #2
- Metal-Semiconductor Contact
- Schottky Contact at Equilibrium
- Schottky Contact Under Bias
- Schottky Barrier Lowering
- Current in Schottky Contact
- Ohmic Contact
- Surface States and Fermi Level Pinning
- Module Topics
- Materials and Physical Constants
- Homework #3
- Optoelectronic Devices
- Light Emitting Diode
- Laser Diode
- Photodetector
- Solar Cell
- Module Topics
- Materials and Physical Constants
- Homework #4
Summary of User Reviews
This course on Diode PN Junction and Metal-Semiconductor Contact has received positive reviews overall. Many users appreciated the clear and concise explanations provided throughout the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Clear and concise explanationsPros from User Reviews
- Excellent explanations of complex concepts
- Engaging and interactive course structure
- Helpful assignments and quizzes
- Good resources and materials provided
- Great for beginners and those with some background knowledge
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the pace of the course too slow
- Lack of in-depth coverage of certain topics
- Limited practical applications covered
- Course can be too theoretical for some learners
- Not suitable for advanced learners
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This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5606, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree....
Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact
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This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5631, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree....
