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Information
| Code | EEES418 |
| Name | Fundamentals of Photonics |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NİSA NACAR ÇIKAN |
Course Goal
The aim of the course is to provide the student with an up to date knowledge of concepts and techniques used in modern photonics. Different physical models for light propagation and interaction with matter are discussed, and they are implemented using modern numerical methods. The fundamentals of laser physics and laser applications is covered as well.The broad nature of the course gives a good background for further in-depth studies in the field of photonics.
Course Content
Light and optical properties of materials, Refractive index, and photon energy, Ray and Wave optics, Beam optics, Optical systems, Wave optics, Helmholtz equation, Electromagnetic waves, Interferences, Diffraction, Statistical properties of light, Coherence, Photon optics, Photon atom interaction, Light amplification, Laser optics, Laser amplifiers, Laser oscillations, Types of lasers, Semiconductor junction characteristics, Semiconductor light sources
Course Precondition
Non
Resources
Lecture Notes
Notes
Fundamentals of Photonics, B.E.A. Saleh and M.C. Teich
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | A student who takes this course: |
| LO02 | describe the theories/models of light and apply the appropriate theory for a given optical problem. |
| LO03 | learns how light is generated in a laser |
| LO04 | learns various laser types and their applications |
| LO05 | learn polarization properties of light |
| LO06 | Can verify the results obtained in theory by using MATLAB and other optical simulation programs. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ computer programming techniques, and information technologies effectively. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, | 4 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to apply the knowledge of electrical-electronics engineering to profession-specific tools and devices. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Having consciousness about the scientific, social, historical, economical and political facts of the society, world and age lived in. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light and optical properties of materials, Refractive index, and photon energy | Lesson preparation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Ray/Wave optics | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Beam optics, Optical systems | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Wave optics, Helmholtz equation | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Electromagnetic waves- Interferences, Diffraction | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Statistical properties of light, Coherence | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 7 | Photon optics | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Study for the midterm exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Photon-atom interaction | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Light amplification | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Laser optics | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Laser amplifiers | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Laser oscillations, Types of lasers | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 14 | Semiconductor junction characteristics | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 15 | Semiconductor light sources | Study on the previous lecture | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Problem Çözme |
| 16 | Term Exams | Study for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Study for the final exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 109 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,36 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||