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PH384 APPLIED OPTICS

Physics and Nuclear Engineering · 4 versions

Offerings are listed from 2027-1 Fall through 2031-1 Fall.

PH384 APPLIED OPTICS

  • 3.0 credit hours
  • (BS=1.5, ET=1.5, MA=0.0)
  • Version 2004-2
  • Archived
Scope
This course provides intermediate development in the concepts of geometric, wave, and quantum optics. Primary coverage includes common optical devices, light transmission through optical media, diffraction, interference and polarization. Applied topics typically include: Fourier optics, holography, imaging, atmospheric effects, optical and infrared detectors, nonlinear optics, and tactical employment considerations.
Lessons
32 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
8 @ 120 min
Special requirements
None
Prerequisites
one of