Introduction to Optics

4.0 credits

This course provides foundational knowledge of the science and technology of light. It includes energy, with special attention to solar cells, lenses and imaging, interference, diffraction, holography, lasers, photonics, optical technologies for the internet, and quantum optics. Students will have the opportunity to have a lab-based experience in faculty research labs. Small group workshops offer the opportunity for hands-on demonstrations and group practice in problem solving.