APAC3004 – Optoelectronics

Course Description

This course covers the fundamental principles of wave and geometric optics, photonics and optoelectronics, with an emphasis on applications. Topics may include light propagation and basic properties, polarization, waveguide and optical fibre, optical properties of crystals and semiconductors, semiconductor light emitting didoes, lasers, photodetectors, photovoltaic devices and displays. The course also includes substantial laboratory and project work.

Prerequisite

None