ECSE-696 – Semiconductor Devices
and Models I
Subject Description
The physics, modeling, and characterization of semiconductor, including p-n junction diodes, Schottky barrier diodes,
ohmic contacts, Gunn diodes, metal-oxide-semiconductor capacitors, metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors,
Thin Film Transistors, and Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Displays. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental mechanisms
that contribute to device performance. The interrelationship between device parameters and circuit performance is stressed.
Grading:
Homework 30%
Final Project 70%
Required Textbook
Textbook: Michael Shur, Introduction to Electronic Devices, John Wiley, 1996
Software
AIM-Spice (installed in CII 6208, Sage 2704, and Walker 6113)
Prerequisites by Topics:
Advanced calculus
Electrostatics
Introductory semiconductor device theory