Content Highlights
Key Features
- Develops modern quantum mechanical ideas systematically and uses these ideas consistently throughout the book
- Carefully considers fundamental subjects such as transition probabilities, crystal structure, reciprocal lattices, and Bloch theorem, which are fundamental to any treatment of lasers and semiconductor devices
- Clarifies each important concept through the use of a simple example or an illustration
- Features expanded exercises and problems at the end of each chapter
- Offers multiple appendices to provide quick reference for students