PHYS8510 Lasers and Photonics
| Offered By | Department of Physics |
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| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Physics |
| Offered in | PHYS8510 will not be offered in 2009 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
Photonics is the science and technology which underpins the information revolution, using light to transmit, store and sort information. Photonic devices find broad application not only in IT but in computation, sensing, fundamental physics, medicine and biology. This course provides an introduction to the field and the device which is at its heart – the laser. It covers the basic optics and laser physics needed to understand the behaviour and function of optical devices.
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| Indicative Assessment |
Online Quizzes Discussion Board Contributions Online Assignments |
| Course Classification(s) | AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs. |
| Areas of Interest | Physics |
| Eligibility | Bachelor degree; Science degree or Bachelor of Education with science teaching experience. |
| Requisite Statement |
This course forms part of the Master of Contemporary Science. Science degree or Bachelor of Education with science teaching experience. Maths and Physics knowledge to a second year undergraduate level is assumed. |
| Programs | Master of Contemporary Science |
| Academic Contact | Paula Newitt |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
