Course syllabus

Fotonik
Photonics

FAFA60, 5 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2015/16
Decided by: Education Board B
Date of Decision: 2015-04-16

General Information

Main field: Technology.
Compulsory for: C1, D1
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish

Aim

The course will give a basic understanding of photonics, including optics and signal transfer by light- and radio waves. Many of the concepts introduced are of importance for a deeper understanding of contemporary technology areas, e.g. data communication. The course should also give training in scientific problem-solving techniques and physical modeling, as well as written communication

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• have a basic understanding of optics
• be able to analyze problems and perform and interpret calculations within the area of photonics
• understand how photonics is applied in the area of signal transfer and communication.

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to enterpret and use models within the area of photonics
• have skills in handling of optical systems, detectors and light sourses
• be able to write a well structured report in which experimental data are presented and analyzed.

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to evaluate experimental methods used in the course
• be able to search for and use information on every day physical fenomenon relevant to optics
• have improved ability to evaluate the applicability and limitations of physical models within the subjects of the course.

Contents

Optics and electromagnetic waves, refraction, reflection, interfernce and diffraction. Geometric optics. Resolution. Optical fibers, light sources and detectors.

Examination details

Grading scale: TH
Assessment: Passed written exam and laboratory exercises.

Parts
Code: 0116. Name: Photonics.
Credits: 4. Grading scale: TH. Assessment: Written examination.
Code: 0216. Name: Laboratory Exercises.
Credits: 1. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: Active participation in laboratory work. Passed written presentations. Contents: Laboratory work: Geometrical optics; Diffraction and interference of light; Fiber optics.

Admission

Required prior knowledge: Basic university mathematics.
The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: FAFF25, FAFF40

Reading list

• Jönsson G.: Våglära och optik. 2012, ISBN: 978-91-633-8957-3.

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Olle Lundh, olle.lundh@fysik.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.atomic.physics.lu.se/education/mandatory-courses/faff25/
Further information: During 2016 and 2017 this course is given for first year students at the same time as it is part of the 11 hp physics course FAFF25 for third year students