Fundamentals on Nonlinear Optics

3 credits · Graduate

Introduction covering the following topics: nonlinear refractive index, nonlinear wave equations, some indifference frequency generation, second harmonic generation, optical solitons and their propagation in nonlinear fibres, resonant matter interaction, self-induced transparency, electromagnetically induced transparency, quantum theory of nonlinear optical susceptibility. PREREQUISITES: ECED 3300 and ECED 4502 or equivalent; ENGM 2062 recommended; or instructor approval CROSSLISTED: PHYC 6401.03