Fundamentals of Magnetic Materials

Type

Elective

Course Code

ΜΕΤΥ-483

Teaching Semester

Semester B

ECTS Credits

7

Syllabus

  • Magnetostatics
  • Methods of magnetic measurements
  • Magnetic domains
  • Ferromagnetic particles
  • Thin films
  • Applications of ferromagnetic materials
  • Magnetic recording technology

Learning Outcomes

The course combines a general overview of the field of nanotechnology of Magnetic Materials with an in-depth introduction to the basic principles of Applied Magnetism. Special emphasis is given in methods of characterization and applications of magnetic materials in cutting edge technologies and devices.

Recommended Bibliography

  • D. Jiles, Introduction to Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, Chapman & Hall (1991).
  • B.D. Cullity, Introduction to Magnetic Materials, Addison Wesley (1972).
  • S. Chikajumi, Physics of magnetism , Krieger (1978).