Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the physical principles governing the behavior of light as a wave. It begins with the foundations of the wave model and the concept of light vibrations, followed by an in-depth study of electromagnetic theory through Maxwell’s equations. Students explore the propagation of light in different media, polarization, interference, and diffraction phenomena.
The course further examines modern optical instruments and techniques, including interferometry, holography, spectroscopy, and laser applications. Emphasis is placed on both theoretical understanding and experimental methods used in coherent optics and optical measurement systems. By the end of the course, students gain the analytical and practical skills necessary to understand and apply optical principles in physics, engineering, and photonics research.
Key Topics Include:
-
Wave and electromagnetic models of light
-
Polarization and light propagation in materials
-
Interference and diffraction phenomena
-
Optical instruments and interferometers
-
Laser principles and applications
-
Holography and optical measurement techniques
-
Spectroscopy fundamentals