PHYS20312 Wave Optics

Aims:
To develop the concepts of wave optics and establish a firm grounding in modern optics.

Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion students will be able to:


 * 1) demonstrate an understanding of the application of waves in optics and be competent in the use of complex notation.
 * 2) analyse simple examples of interference and diffraction phenomena.
 * 3) be familiar with a range of equipment used in modern optics, particularly the Michelson interferometer and the Fabry-Perot etalon.
 * 4) demonstrate an understanding of the physical processes involved in producing laser radiation.

Other Materials

 * Notes and Derivations (Up to lecture 2)