Introduction to Lasers - ECE55200
This course will cover the operation and characteristics of the laser.
Description:
This course will cover the operation and characteristics of the laser. The following topics will be covered: Introduction, Basic Operation and History; Stability of Optical Cavities; Gaussian Beams; Resonant Cavities; Atomic Radiation; Laser Oscillation; Types and Operation of Lasers; Properties of Laser Radiation; Intro to Nonlinear Optics; Nanolaser; Intro to Metamaterials and Naanophotonics
Topics Covered:
Introduction, Basic Operation and History; Stability of Optical Cavities; Gaussian Beams; Resonant Cavities; Atomic Radiation; Laser Oscillation; Types and Operation of Lasers; Properties of Laser Radiation; Intro to Nonlinear Optics; Nanolaser; Intro to Metamaterials and Naanophotonics
Prerequisites:
Knowledge of basic optics and EM. Knowledge of Quantum Mechanics is not a prerequisite for this course.
Applied / Theory:
20 / 80
Homework:
Approximately 6 assignments
Projects:
A technical literature report based on journals having to do with lasers will be required.
Exams:
1 midterm and 1 final exam
Textbooks:
Official textbook information is now listed in the Schedule of Classes. NOTE: Textbook information is subject to be changed at any time at the discretion of the faculty member.
Computer Requirements:
ProEd minimum computer requirements.