PH4272 Photonics & Electro-Optics
This course provides an introduction to fundamental aspects of photonics and electro-optics with an emphasis on devices used in the DoD. General aspects of photodetectors, thermal detectors, light intensifiers, night vision devices, focal plane arrays (CCD, CMOS), fiber optics, electro- and acousto-optical devices are discussed. Light emitting diodes (LED), liquid crystal displays (LCD) are also addressed. The physics behind the devices are explained through the development of mathematical models to support an understanding of the specifications, figures-of-merit, noise sources, limitations, and how they fit into the applications.
Prerequisite
PH3292 and
PH3655, or permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours
4
Lab Hours
1