Photonics

Learning Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Assessment Methods

1) Awareness that photonics is the conjunction of optics with electronics

1,2,3,9

A,L

2) General knowledge of Fourier optics and its applications

1,2,3,9

A, L

3) Appreciation of multiple wave interference and its applications

1,2,3,9

A,C,L

4) An understanding that various forms of polarised light arise from the principle of superposition of various phases of light. An insight into the applications of polarised light

1,2 ,3

A,C,L

5) An understanding that diffraction effects in the vicinity of sources is analysed by division of the wave front into zones. Appreciation of technical applications of near field diffraction

1,3,9

A,C,L

6) Knowledge of optical activity and how optical effects can be controlled by electrical, magnetic or mechanical means.

1,3

A,C,L

7) Appreciation of the process of stimulated emission of  radiation as distinct from spontaneous emission.

1,3

A,C,L

8) Insight into the working laser as a device that requires, an active medium, a cavity and an energy input.

1,3

A,C,L

9) To gain an insight into the vast applications of lasers in: optical disk drives, laser printers, barcode scanners, laser surgery,  cutting and welding materials, military and law enforcement devices for marking targets and measuring range and speed, and laser lighting displays in entertainment

1,3, 12

A,C

10) To understand that laser light is very different / opposite to normal light due to its properties: monochromatic, “organized”(coherent), and directional.

1,2,3

A,C,L

11) To provide knowledge on how light is guided along materials for communication purposes and appreciate their global importance as technology communication links

1,3,9,12

A,C,L