Quantum mechanics directed towards quantization of the electromagnetic field. Electromagnetic field, coherent states. Gaussian beams, optical resonators and rate equations. Types of lasers. Electro-optic and acousto-optic modulation of light. Nonlinear optical formalism and parametric processes. Q-switching and mode-locking. Optical waveguides and detectors.
FSK3600 Quantum Electronics 8.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2022
Decision to discontinue this course:
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Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After the course, the student should understand and have knowledge in quantum optics, lasers, optical modulators, detectors and waveguides, nonlinear and ultrafast optics so to be able to solve, with the necessary literature, practical and theoretical problems within the given fields.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Optical Physics
Enrolled as PhD student
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Yariv, “Optical Electronics in Modern Communications”, Oxford University Press (1997) . Additional material will be made available during the course.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- INL1 - Assignments, 5.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Examination through hand-in assignments (INL1) (P/F) and final examination (TEN1) (P/F)
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
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.
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Supplementary information
The course is run in conjunction with the course SK2400 at MSc level, which may be canceled in case of low subscription rates (less than 5 students)