One of the most widely used introductory books on semiconductor materials, physics, devices and technology, Solid State Electronic Devices aims to develop basic semiconductor physics concepts, so students can better understand current and future devices and provide a sound understanding of current semiconductor devices and technology, so that their applications to electronic and optoelectronic circuits and systems can be appreciated. Students are brought to a level of understanding that will enable them to read much of the current literature on new devices and applications.