The Materials Science Of Microelectronics

Thin films play a key role in the material science of microelectronics, and the subject matter of thin-films divides naturally into two headings: processing / structure relationship, and structure / properties relationship. The first volume of Materials Science in Microelectronics focuses on the first relationship – that between processing and the structure of the thin-film. The state of the thin film’s surface during the period that one monolayer exists - before being buried in the next layer – determines the ultimate structure of the thin film, and thus its properties. This volume takes into consideration the following potential influencing factors: crystal defects, void structure, grain structure, interface structure in epitaxial films, the structure of amorphous films, and reaction-induced structure. An ideal text or reference work for students and researchers in material science, who need to learn the basics of thin films.

The subject matter of thin-films – which play a key role in microelectronics – divides naturally into two headings: the processing / structure relationship, and the structure / properties relationship. Part II of 'Materials Science in Microelectronics' focuses on the latter of these relationships, examining the effect of structure on the following: • Electrical properties • Magnetic properties • Optical properties • Mechanical properties • Mass transport properties • Interface and junction properties • Defects and properties Captures the importance of thin films to microelectronic development Examines the cause / effect relationship of structure on thin film properties

Prepared as a textbook complete with problems after each chapter, specifically intended for classroom use in universities.

A thorough introduction to fundamental principles andapplications From its beginnings in metallurgy and ceramics, materials sciencenow encompasses such high- tech fields as microelectronics,polymers, biomaterials, and nanotechnology. Electronic MaterialsScience presents the fundamentals of the subject in a detailedfashion for a multidisciplinary audience. Offering a higher-leveltreatment than an undergraduate textbook provides, this textbenefits students and practitioners not only in electronics andoptical materials science, but also in additional cutting-edgefields like polymers and biomaterials. Readers with a basic understanding of physical chemistry or physicswill appreciate the text's sophisticated presentation of today'smaterials science. Instructive derivations of important formulae,usually omitted in an introductory text, are included here. Thisfeature offers a useful glimpse into the foundations of how thediscipline understands such topics as defects, phase equilibria,and mechanical properties. Additionally, concepts such asreciprocal space, electron energy band theory, and thermodynamicsenter the discussion earlier and in a more robust fashion than inother texts. Electronic Materials Science also features: * An orientation towards industry and academia drawn from theauthor's experience in both arenas * Information on applications in semiconductors, optoelectronics,photocells, and nanoelectronics * Problem sets and important references throughout * Flexibility for various pedagogical needs Treating the subject with more depth than any other introductorytext, Electronic Materials Science prepares graduate andupper-level undergraduate students for advanced topics in thediscipline and gives scientists in associated disciplines a clearreview of the field and its leading technologies.

This is the first book that can be considered a textbook on thin film science, complete with exercises at the end of each chapter. Ohring has contributed many highly regarded reference books to the AP list, including Reliability and Failure of Electronic Materials and the Engineering Science of Thin Films. The knowledge base is intended for science and engineering students in advanced undergraduate or first-year graduate level courses on thin films and scientists and engineers who are entering or require an overview of the field. Since 1992, when the book was first published, the field of thin films has expanded tremendously, especially with regard to technological applications. The second edition will bring the book up-to-date with regard to these advances. Most chapters have been greatly updated, and several new chapters have been added.