Course Title:
Optics for Engineers
Course Description:
Provides an introductory graduate course in optics, presenting the engineering concepts necessary to understand and evaluate electro-optical systems. Begins with a brief but rigorous treatment of geometric optics, including matrix methods, aberrations, and pupils and windows, with practical examples of optical instruments and electro-optical systems. Topics include polarization, interference, diffraction, and optical properties of crystals, thin films, optical resonators, guided waves, modulators, and detectors. Presents concepts with examples from modern optical systems such as LIDAR, fiber-optical sensors, range finders, infrared systems, and optical communication systems.
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Cross-Listed Course 1:
ECE U646
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Prerequisite Remarks:
Bachelor of Science in engineering or physics; a working knowledge of MATLAB is expected.
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