Syllabus

Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, Schrödinger equation, Wave packet, Normalization, Uncertainty principle, Infinite square well, Particle in a box, Free particle, Barrier potential, Quantum tunneling

Basics of Solid-State Physics, Crystal structure and Bravais lattices, Reciprocal lattice and Brillouin zones, Energy bands in solids: Free electron model and nearly free electron model, Bloch’s theorem and origin of bandgap, Concept of effective mass and holes

Concept of low-dimensional systems: Quantum wells (2D), wires (1D), and dots (0D), Density of states in 0D, 1D, and 2D systems, Quantum Confinement in Low Dimensions, Graphene and Carbon Nanostructures, Band structure and properties of graphene, Introduction to carbon nanotubes and their properties, Applications of graphene and carbon nanotubes

Basic Quantum Materials, 2D Materials Beyond Graphene and their bandgap properties, Introduction to magnetic quantum materials: Ferromagnetism, antiferromagnetism, and paramagnetism, Superconducting Materials, High-temperature superconductors and their applications, Fabrication and Characterization of Quantum Materials

Basic Quantum Devices, Quantum Dot based Single-Electron Devices, Single-electron transistors (SETs), High-electron-mobility transistors, Quantum Wells based Optoelectronic Devices, Graphene based transistors, Spintronic Devices, Giant magnetoresistance (GMR) and tunneling magnetoresistance (TMR) devices, Magnetic sensors and memory (MRAM)

Introduction of the fundamental concepts of quantum mechanics and solid-state physics relevant to quantum materials.

Providing a basic understanding of key quantum materials, including low-dimensional systems like quantum wells, graphene, and nanostructures.

Explaining the working principles of elementary quantum devices and their practical applications.

Developing problem-solving skills and basic experimental knowledge required for studying quantum systems.

Encouraging students to think critically about how quantum materials and devices impact modern technologies.

Explain key quantum phenomena in materials, such as quantum confinement, Dirac fermions, and topological states.

Analyze the properties of low-dimensional materials and predict their behavior in devices.

Demonstrate understanding of quantum device architectures, including quantum dots, single-electron transistors, and spintronic devices.

Demonstrate the ability to apply quantum principles to solve real-world problems in nanotechnology and materials science.

D. A. Neamen, Semiconductor Physics and Devices, Tata McGraw-Hill , 2002

N. Mubarak, S. Gopi, P. Balakrishnan, Nanotechnology for Electronic Applications, Springer , 2022

S. Bandyopadhyay, M. Cahay, Introduction to Spintronics, CRC Press , 2008

D. J. Griffiths, Introduction to Quantum Mechanics, Cambridge university press , 2022

I. Uddin, I. Ahmad, Synthesis and Applications of Nanomaterials and Nanocomposites, Springer Verlag , 2024

M. A. Parker, Physics of Optoelectronics, Taylor & Francis, CRC Press , 2005

N. Maji and T. K. Nath, "Demonstration of reconfigurable magnetic tunnel diode and giant tunnel magnetoresistance in magnetic tunnel junctions made with spin gapless semiconductor and half-metallic Heusler alloy", Applied Physics Letters, vol.120, pp.072401, AIP 2022, 10.1063/5.0077607