Essential Semiconductor Physics [pdf]
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Enthusiasts rave about Prof. Lundstrom's "Essential Semiconductor Physics," hailing him as a semiconductor legend whose short, punchy videos and now this readable PDF demystify the field for newcomers and veterans alike. Commenters share transformative tales from similar courses tracing Schrödinger's equation to LEDs and transistors, while noting it's part of a broader textbook series and sparking nods to its roots in EE, physics—even debates on chemistry's role. With chip tech powering today's AI frenzy, this free gem feels like a timely treasure for anyone craving intuitive mastery over the microscopic magic driving our gadgets.
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Here's the link in case anyone s interested
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtkeUZItwHK5y6qy1GFxa4Z4R...
Mathematically had us working from Schrödinger to LEDs and Transistors over the course of 4 months. Changed my whole perspective on shit.
What were the books used for this?
I say "generally" because obviously physical chemistry and inorganic chemistry also overlap with it a bit at the edges.
https://www.amazon.com/Intuitive-electronics-sophisticated-e...
As the editors note, this series is meant to be an intellectual successor to the Semiconductor Electronics Education Committee (SEEC) books that were published in the 1960s.