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Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact
  • Level Expert
  • Duration 16 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado Boulder
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About

This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5631, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. This course presents in-depth discussion and analysis of pn junction and metal-semiconductor contacts including equilibrium behavior, current and capacitance responses under bias, breakdown, non-rectifying behavior, and surface effect. You'll work through sophisticated analysis and application to electronic devices. At the end of this course learners will be able to: 1. Analyze pn junction at equilibrium and under bias, capacitance and current characteristics, and breakdown behavior 2. Analyze metal-semiconductor contact at equilibrium and under bias, capacitance and current characteristics, non-rectifying contact and surface effects

Modules

Introduction to the Course

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself

1 Videos

  • Course Introduction

1 Readings

  • Suggested Textbooks

Lectures

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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4 Videos

  • PN Junction at Equilibrium
  • Step Junction
  • Linearly Graded Junction
  • Heterojunction

1 Readings

  • Module Topics

Peer Reviewed Application Assignment

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • PN Junction

Homework

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Readings

  • Materials and Physical Constants
  • Equation Sheet

1 Quiz

  • Homework #1

Lectures

    • 7 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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7 Videos

  • 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

1 Readings

  • Module Topics

Discussion

    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Hall Effect and C-V Measurements

Homework

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Readings

  • Materials and Physical Constants
  • Equation Sheet

1 Quiz

  • Homework #2

Lectures

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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6 Videos

  • Schottky Contact at Equilibrium
  • Schottky Contact Under Bias
  • Schottky Barrier Lowering
  • Current in Schottky Contact
  • Ohmic Contact
  • Surface States and Fermi Level Pinning

1 Readings

  • Module Topics

Discussion

    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Metal-Semiconductor at Equilibrium

Peer Reviewed Application Assignment

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Ohmic Contact

Homework

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Readings

  • Materials and Physical Constants
  • Equation Sheet

1 Quiz

  • Homework #3

Lectures

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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4 Videos

  • Light Emitting Diode
  • Laser Diode
  • Photodetector
  • Solar Cell

1 Readings

  • Module Topics

Discussion

    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Photodiode vs Solar Cell

Homework

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Readings

  • Materials and Physical Constants
  • Equation Sheet

1 Quiz

  • Homework #4

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Immerse yourself in the advanced study of semiconductor physics with the "Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact" course, designed for those deeply interested in Science & Engineering. Led by expert instructors from CU Boulder, this course forms part of the prestigious Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree and offers the option for academic credit as ECEA 5631. Dive into comprehensive analyses of pn junctions and metal-semiconductor contacts, covering equilibrium states, current and capacitance behaviors under bias, breakdown phenomena, non-rectifying behaviors, and surface effects. This course will equip you with the knowledge to: 1. Examine pn junctions both at equilibrium and under bias, understanding their capacitance, current characteristics, and breakdown behaviors. 2. Investigate metal-semiconductor contacts, their behavior at equilibrium and under bias, and delve into non-rectifying contacts and surface effects. Over an extensive duration of 960 hours, this expert-level course is available through Coursera with flexible subscription options to suit both beginner and professional learners. Ideal for advanced students and professionals in electrical engineering, this course provides a thorough grounding in the critical aspects of semiconductor devices, ensuring you gain the skills necessary for sophisticated analysis and application in the field.

Wounjhang Park
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Wounjhang Park