Physics for computer science students : with emphasis on atomic and semiconductor physics
This text is the product of several years' effort to fill an educational gap, namely, to teach computer scientists the fundamental physics of how a computer works. The book starts with many of the topics of a standard introductory physics course, but with the topics selected and presented in a way to be of use in the second half, which develops the physics of electronic devices. In particular, these chapters cover the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, multi-electron systems, crystal structure, semiconductor devices, and logic circuits. The mathematical complexities are alleviated by intuitive physical arguments. Students are encouraged to use their own programming skills to solve problems. An instructor's manual is available from the authors
1 online resource (xvi, 528 pages) : illustrations
9781468404210, 1468404210
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1 Physical Quantities
2 Vectors
3 Uniformly Accelerated Motion
4 Newton's Laws
5 Work, Energy and Power
6 Momentum and Collisions
7 Rotational Motion
8 Rotational Dynamics
9 Kinetic Theory of Gases and the Concept of Temperature
10 Oscillatory Motion
11 Wave Motion
12 Interference of Waves
13 Electrostatics
14 The Electric Field and the Electric Potential
15 Electric Current
16 Magnetic Fields and Electromagnetic Waves
17 The Beginning of the Quantum Story
18 Atomic Models
19 Fundamental Principles of Quantum Mechanics
20 An Introduction to the Methods of Quantum Mechanics
21 Quantum Mechanics of Atoms
22 Crystal Structures and Bonding in Solids
23 Free Electron Theories of Solids
24 Band Theory of Solids
25 Semiconductors
26 Semiconductor Devices
27 Some Basic Logic Circuits of Computers
28 The Technology of Manufacturing Integrated Circuits
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