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PHY2020 Lasers and Materials for Quantum Applications2007-2008Code: PHY2020Title: Lasers and Materials for Quantum Applications Instructors: Dr A.S. Plaut CATS credits: 10 ECTS credits: 5 Availability: unrestricted Level: 2 Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: Properties of Matter (PHY1003) and Quantum Physics I (PHY2002) Duration: Semester II Directed Study Time: 22 hours Private Study Time: 78 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: 2001/02 FYO AimsWe are now entering the age of quantum optoelectronics: optical-signal processing, high-power laser sources, optical amplifiers, single-photon manipulation, quantum confined-electron devices, etc.. This module will emphasize how our understanding of light and matter may be used to provide assorted optoelectronic devices, and also how they in turn may enhance our understanding of light and matter. This module is intended as an introductory overview of the breadth of physics that is covered by the field of optoelectronics, while also acting as the first specialist course for the MPhys Quantum Science and Lasers (F341) and BSc Physics with Quantum and Laser Technology (F347) programmes. Intended Learning OutcomesA student should be able to: Module Specific Skills
Discipline Specific Skills
Personal and Key Skills
Learning and Teaching MethodsLectures (17×1hr), problem classes (2×1hr), self-study and group discussions (2×1hr) of various journal articles supplied during the module, laboratory visit (1hr). AssignmentsTackle problems from sheets in advance of problem classes; extensive directed background reading AssessmentOne 90-minute examination (100%). Syllabus Plan and Content
Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)(1998), Principles of Lasers (4th edition), Plenum Press, ISBN 0-306-45748-2 (UL: 535.58 SVE/X), Optoelectronics: An Introduction (3rd edition), Prentice-Hall (UL: 621.36 WIL) (1989), Physics and Applications of Semiconductor Microstructures, Clarendon, ISBN 0-198-53927-4 (UL: 537.622 JAR) Formative MechanismsStudents are encouraged to ask questions during and after the class. Students are able to monitor their learning by attempting problems, which are subsequently discussed in the problems classes. Evaluation MechanismsThe module will be evaluated using information gathered via the student representation mechanisms, the staff peer appraisal scheme, and measures of student attainment based on summative assessment. |