Course syllabus

Fotonik
Photonics

FAFA60, 5 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2021/22
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, LTH
Decided by: PLED N
Date of Decision: 2021-04-19

General Information

Main field: Technology.
Compulsory for: 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

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

Contents

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

Examination details

Grading scale: TH - (U,3,4,5) - (Fail, Three, Four, Five)
Assessment: Passed written exam and laboratory exercises.

The examiner, in consultation with Disability Support Services, may deviate from the regular form of examination in order to provide a permanently disabled student with a form of examination equivalent to that of a student without a disability.

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: Applied optics; Diffraction and interference of light.

Admission

Assumed prior knowledge: Basic university mathematics.
The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: FAFF40, FAFF25, FAF260, FAFA01, FAFA05, FAFA50, FAFA65, FAFF30

Reading list

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Adam Kinos, adam.kinos@fysik.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.atomic.physics.lu.se/education/mandatory-courses/faff25/
Further information: It is mandatory to attend the first lecture in order to be admitted to the course. Some parts of the course can be given in English.