This course follows PH361 Solid State Physics I, and is intended to introduce students in physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, and materials science to advanced topics in solid state physics. Particular emphasis will be placed on making strong connections between the basic laws of quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics and solid state phenomena. Topics include: thermal and optical properties of solids, advanced band-structure theory, ferroelectricity, magnetism, superconductivity, surface phenomena, and some applications.
Topical prerequisites: one-dimensional Schrödinger equation, the hydrogen atom, angular momentum operators, Maxwell's equations, Fermi-Dirac and Einstein-Bose distribution functions.