Semiconductor Technology

Course content

- pn transition - semiconductor diodes and circuit examples - bipolar transistors - field-effect transistors - basic transistor circuits and applications Students are required to solve examples in exercises, partly with computer support Theoretical relationships are illustrated in practical laboratory exercises.

Learning outcomes

Graduates - are familiar with the function and operation of diodes and transistors, - are able to select the proper components for a specific task and - understand their application in elementary circuits and can design and implement such circuits.

Recommended or required reading and other learning resources / tools

Books: - Tietze, Schenk: Halbleiterschaltungstechnik - Löcherer: Halbleiterbauelemente - Horowitz, Hill: The Art of Electronics Journals: -

Mode of delivery

Integrated course, exercises 50%

Prerequisites and co-requisites

- Fundamentals of Science 2 - Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment