Photonics and Nonlinear Optics

3 Credits

This course introduces the fundamental principles of photonics, focusing on how certain materials can mediate photon-photon interaction and how this can enable a range of applications. Topics include a fundamental introduction to nonlinear optical susceptibilities and the physical tools used to describe the nonlinear interaction of optical radiation with matter, or, equivalently, multi-photon interactions. Effects that will be discussed include the generation of new wavelengths (second and third-harmonic generation), electro-optics, self and cross phase modulation, or four-wave mixing. Prerequisites: PHY 213 or ECE 203 Can be taken Concurrently: PHY 213 , ECE 203 Attribute/Distribution: NS, Q