Contents:

Part 1 Fundamentals of Electron Theory
ch 1 Introduction
ch 2 The Wave-Particle Duality
ch 3 The Schrodinger Equation
ch 4 Solution of the Schrodinger Equation for Four Specific Problems

ch 5 Energy Bands in Crystals
ch 6 Electrons in a Crystal
Part II Electrical Properties of Materials
ch 7 Electrical Conduction in Metals and Alloys
ch 8 Semiconductors
ch 9 Electrical Properties of Polymers, Ceramics, Die;ectrocs, and Amorphous Materials

ch10 The Optical Constants
ch11 Atomistic Theory of the Optical Properties
ch12 Quantum Mechanical Treatment of the Optical Properties
ch13 Applications
Part IV Magnetic Properties of Materials
ch14 Foundations of Magnetism
ch15 Magnetic Phenomena and Their Interpretation-Classical Approach
ch16 Quantum Mechanical Considerations
ch17 Applications
Part V Thermal Properties of Materials
ch18 Introduction
ch19 Fundamentals of Thermal Properties
ch20 Heat Capacity
ch21 Thermal Conduction
ch22 Thermal Expansion

Appendices
App. 1 Periodic Disturbances
App. 2 Euler Equations
App. 3 Summary of Quantum Number Characteristics
App. 4 Tables
App. 5 About Solving Problems and Solutions to Problems
Index