- Nonlinear interaction between a light field and matter.
- Perturbation calculations.
- Strong EM-fields.
- Quantum mechanical calculations.
- Crystallography.
- Block equation.
- Application of nonlinear optics.
FSK3420 Nonlinear Optics 10.5 credits
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The aim of the course is that the student shall:
- be thoroughly acquainted with all the basic elements of the theory of nonlinear optics
- be able to formulate a well-structured and physically significant problem within the main areas of nonlinear optics and provide an extended solution, and
- present the problem and discuss the solutions in front of the whole class
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
MSc degree in physics or equivalent education.
Specifically, it is assumed that the student has a working knowledge of vector analysis, EM-wave theory, quantum mechanics and basic solid-state physics.
Language of instruction: English only
Literature
P N Butcher and D Cotter: "The Elements of Nonlinear Optics" (1998)
Extended lecture notes and chapters from other main sources.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
G
Examination
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Other requirements for final grade
Solving a large number of homework problems.
Designing some (1 or 2) problems of his/her own. Provide an annotated, extended solutions to these problems and present them to the class.
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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Education cycle
Third cycle