The commercial development of novel semiconductor devices requires that their properties be
examined as thoroughly and rapidly as possible. These properties are investigated by obtaining
numerical solutions of the highly nonlinear coupled set of equations which govern their
behaviour. This book presents some of the mathematical and numerical techniques associated with
the investigation. It begins with introductions to quantum and statistical mechanics. Later
chapters then cover finite differences multigrids upwinding techniques simulated annealing
mesh generation and the reading of computer code in C++. The author explains how the methods
can be adapted to the specific needs of device modelling the advantages and disadvantages of
each method the pitfalls to avoid and practical hints and tips for successful implementation.
Sections of computer code are included to illustrate the methods used.
