Course Description
Introduction to the basic principle of generation and properties of Laser, including semiclassical laser theory, line broadening mechanisms, optical resonators and steady-state and transient dynamics of laser oscillation. Laser modes, Quality factor (Q), Mode locking, Q-switching, Electro-optic effect: Kerr and Pockel effects, Magneto-optic effects: Faraday Effect and Acoustic-optic effect, Non-linear effects and Harmonic generation will be discussed. Examples of commonly used lasers, including Ruby laser, Gas laser – CO2 laser, He-Ne Laser, Semiconductor laser, Nd-YAG Laser. Quantum well laser, Dye laser and Polymer laser as well as laser application in holography, information technology, communication, printing, scanning, military, and medical research will be discussed.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Describe the fundamentals of a Laser
Explain the safety responsibilities involved in working with lasers
Analyse the laser-matter interaction
Evaluate the types of lasers based on their generation techniques
Differentiate continuous and pulsed laser
Compare the structure and properties of different types of laser and intended applications
Introduction to the basic principle of generation and properties of Laser, including semiclassical laser theory, line broadening mechanisms, optical resonators and steady-state and transient dynamics of laser oscillation. Laser modes, Quality factor (Q), Mode locking, Q-switching, Electro-optic effect: Kerr and Pockel effects, Magneto-optic effects: Faraday Effect and Acoustic-optic effect, Non-linear effects and Harmonic generation will be discussed. Examples of commonly used lasers, including Ruby laser, Gas laser – CO2 laser, He-Ne Laser, Semiconductor laser, Nd-YAG Laser. Quantum well laser, Dye laser and Polymer laser as well as laser application in holography, information technology, communication, printing, scanning, military, and medical research will be discussed.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Describe the fundamentals of a Laser
Explain the safety responsibilities involved in working with lasers
Analyse the laser-matter interaction
Evaluate the types of lasers based on their generation techniques
Differentiate continuous and pulsed laser
Compare the structure and properties of different types of laser and intended applications