Physics for Computer Science Students

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The book delves into classical and quantum free electron theories, highlighting their successes and limitations. It explores the concept of energy bands to explain the electrical properties of solids and semiconductors, introducing effective mass and holes. The discussion extends to intrinsic and doped semiconductors, detailing their properties and the functioning of semiconductor devices like diodes and transistors. Unique chapters cover the application of these devices in logic circuits fundamental to computing and provide a layman’s overview of integrated circuit fabrication techniques.