Introduction to Quantum Electronics

3 units

Describing the flow of electrical current in nanodevices involves a lot more than just quantum mechanics; it requires an appreciation of some of the most advanced concepts of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics. In the past decades, electronic devices have been shrinking steadily to nanometer dimensions, and quantum transport has accordingly become increasingly important not only to physicists but also to electrical engineers. Traditionally, these topics are spread out over many physics/chemistry/engineering courses that take many semesters to cover. The main goal of this course is to condense the essential concepts into a one-semester course that is accessible to both senior-level undergraduate and junior-level graduate students. This course will be accessible to students with diverse backgrounds in electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, biomedical engineering, and mathematics.