"This course covers the physics and theories related to surfaces, including surface structure, surface electronic properties, surface dynamic processes, etc., which are of prime importance in understanding different surface phenomena and performing further surface related research works. After the course, the students are expected to be able to understand the basic knowledge on the surface atomic structures, electronic structures, surface adsorption, surface thermodynamics, surface diffusion and film growth progresses. They can apply the concepts and methodologies (especially DFT) introduced in the course in understanding and solving realistic surface problems and cases.They can develop and establish methodology and experimental techniques for analyses of different properties of surfaces."