402-0526-00L Ultrafast Processes in Solids
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2023 |
| Lecturers | Y. M. Acremann |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 402-0526-00 V | Ultrafast Processes in Solids | 2 hrs |
| Y. M. Acremann | |||
| 402-0526-00 U | Ultrafast Processes in Solids | 1 hrs |
| Y. M. Acremann |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | Ultrafast processes in solids are of fundamental interest as well as relevant for modern technological applications. The dynamics of the lattice, the electron gas as well as the spin system of a solid are discussed. The focus is on time resolved experiments which provide insight into pico- and femtosecond dynamics. |
| Learning objective | After attending this course you understand the dynamics of essential excitation processes which occur in solids and you have an overview over state of the art experimental techniques used to study fast processes. |
| Content | 1. Experimental techniques, an overview 2. Dynamics of the electron gas 2.1 First experiments on electron dynamics and lattice heating 2.2 The finite lifetime of excited states 2.3 Detection of lifetime effects 2.4 Dynamical properties of reactions and adsorbents 3. Dynamics of the lattice 3.1 Phonons 3.2 Non-thermal melting 4. Dynamics of the spin system 4.1 Laser induced ultrafast demagnetization 4.2 Ultrafast spin currents generated by lasers 4.3 Landau-Lifschitz-Dynamics 4.4 Laser induced switching 5. Correlated materials |
| Lecture notes | will be distributed |
| Literature | relevant publications will be cited |
| Prerequisites / Notice | The lecture can also be followed by interested non-physics students as basic concepts will be introduced. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 6 credits |
| Examiners | Y. M. Acremann |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | oral 20 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | Language of examination: English or German / Prüfungssprache: Deutsch oder Englisch |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctorate Materials Science | Science & Technology of the Small (MaP Doctoral School) | W |  |
| Doctorate Physics | Subject Specialisation | W | |
| Physics Master | Selection: Solid State Physics | W | |