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Optics Fall 2012Welcome!
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An introduction
to the physics of light. Topics covered include:
electromagnetic waves and propagation of light; the Huygens
and Fermat principles; Geometrical optics and optical
instruments; Interference of waves and diffraction;
Polarization; Introduction to photons, lasers, and optical
fibers.
The
prerequisites for this course are PHY250 "Electricity and
Magnetism" and PHY254 "Mechanics", or equivalent.
Required Text: “Optics” 4th Edition (Copyright 2002) by
Eugene Hecht. This course covers Chapters 2-5 and 8, and
sections 9.1, 9.2, 9.3,10.1, 10.2 and 13.1. Chapter 1 is also
recommended reading.