- Electromagnetic fields, propagation in vacuum and matter. - Wave optics. Polarization, interference, optics of thin films, optical measurement techniques.- Diffraction, fourier optics, optical information processing.- Coherence.- Quantum phenomena, lasers and current applications, non-linear optics.
IO2691 Optics, General Course 6.0 credits
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Course syllabus IO2691 (Autumn 2008–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The course has primarily two goals- to give a deeper and broader insight into optics as a science and a technology, its basic physics and phenomena and their importance for technical applications- to be a starting point for the following, more specialised courses within the special area of optics and photonics
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basic knowledge in classical physics, especially waves and elementary optics and mathematics (vector analysis, differential equations, Fourier transforms).
Literature
- Hecht, E., Optics (4th ed. 2002), Addison Wesley. Additional course material.
Undervisningsspråk: Engelska
Examination and completion
Grading scale
Examination
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- LAB1 - Laboratory Course, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
- Laboratory work (1,5 ECTS credits)- One written closed-book examination (4,5 ECTS credits)
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.