Photonics
About the course
The course is available as a singular course for students on master level. The course is also available to exchange students and Fulbright students.
The course treats traditional optics, waveguides and laser physics. Topics discussed are geometric optics, Gaussian beams, electromagnetic waves, integrated optics, optical fibers, optical amplification, laser theory and some laser systems. The students obtain practical experience through laboratory exercises.
Admission requirements
Objectives of the course
Knowledge - The student:
- has good knowledge about general properties of light, beams and optical elements
- knows the structure and use of optical waveguides and fibers
- is familiar with resonators, optical amplifiers and lasers
Skills - The student is able to:
- describe the propagation, reflection and transmission of light rays and optical beams through optical elements
- apply Maxwells equations, in particular to analyze optical waveguides
- set up equations for resonators, optical amplifiers and lasers
- carry out basic optical measurements
- characterize optical waveguides
- measure the spectrum of a light source
General expertise - The student is able to:
- analyse optical problems
- interpret optical measurements results
- handle optical components and equipment
Prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites
FYS-1002 Electromagnetism
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- FYS-354 Photonics 9 stp
- FYS-8009 Photonics 8 stp
Teaching methods
Lectures: 45 hours Exercises: 30 hours Laboratory exercises: 10 hours.
The course is given in every 3rd semester if there is a sufficient number of students.
Language of instruction and examination
The language of instruction is English and all of the syllabus material is in English. Examination questions will be given in English, but may be answered either in English or a Scandinavian language.Recommended reading/syllabus
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Pensumliste for FYS-3009 Photonics (HØST 2022)Application deadline
Applicants from Nordic countries: 1 June for the autumn semester and 1 December for the spring semester.
Exchange students and Fulbright students: 1 October for the spring semester and 15 April for the autumn semester.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open for inbound exchange students.
Do you have questions about this module? Please check the following website to contact the course coordinator for exchange students at the faculty: INBOUND STUDENT MOBILITY: COURSE COORDINATORS AT THE FACULTIES | UiT
Examination
| School exam | Date: 08.12.2022 09:00 Duration: 4 Hours |
Grade: A–E, fail F |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Laboratory exercises and lab reports | Grade: Approved – not approved |
Everything you need to know about before, during, and after the exam; registration, absence, appeals, and diplomas: UiT Exams homepage
More info about the coursework requirements
Coursework requirements:
- Mandatory attendance during Lab-exercises
- Two lab rapports must be accepted
