EEES418 Fundamentals of Photonics

4 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 8. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code EEES418
Name Fundamentals of Photonics
Term 2023-2024 Academic Year
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 Instructor Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NİSA NACAR ÇIKAN (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

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

Update Time: 09.05.2023 10:56