Cross listed as Physics 1365 
 M 3:00 -5:00 PM, OEH 300, University of Pittsburgh

This course gives the theoretical basis for modern optical techniques used in experimental physics and chemistry and modern communications. The level is appropriate for senior undergraduates or graduate students in science or engineering

Text: Special Photonics compendium compiled by University of Pittsburgh faculty

Syllabus:

Lens Design

       OSLO automated lens design program
       Transfer functions: MTF and PSF       

High Power Lasers Hands-On Lab

       Laser Safety Training
       Frequency Doubling and Autocorrelation
       Pulsed Laser Detection and Timing

Fiber Optics 

       Fiber Alignment
       Dispersion
       Fiber marking and Bragg gratings

Grading: The course grade will be based entirely on written lab reports. There will be no final exam.

Prerequisites:
Physics 1361 (classical optics) and Photonics 1 are required as prerequisites unless specifically exempted by the instructor.
Prior course work in electric fields and waves is strongly encouraged; for example Physics 1351 or EE 1259 and 1266.
 
 
  
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