Electronic properties of semiconductors: non-equilibrium carrier conditions; steady state and non-steady state; p-n junctions; Schottky diodes; bipolar junction transistors. Detailed coverage of a range of diodes including photodiodes, solar cells, light emitting diodes, zener diodes, and avalanche diodes. Three lectures, four labs (three hours each); second term Prerequisite(s): ENG PHYS 3F04 or credit or registration in ENG PHYS 3F03 Antirequisite(s): ENG PHYS 3PN3, 4E03
