Graduate Program

Spring Term Schedule

Spring 2025

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
OPT 401-1 HOME First Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
This laboratory is the first of three, in-person sections necessary for the MS HOME program. This lab includes individual training [bootcamp] on the use of an oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, laser power meters, aligning a laser, aligning a spatial filter, splicing an optical fiber, and aligning an optical assembly. An online, laser safety training course is also required. The course will end with a 12-hour laboratory, and written formal laboratory report. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
OPT 402-1 HOME Second Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz S 9:00AM - 4:00PM
This laboratory is the second of three, in-person sections necessary for the MS HOME program. This lab includes a 12- and 6-hour lab, and a formal 20 minute presentation. Location Wilmot Room 504 (S 9:00AM - 4:00PM)
OPT 407-1 Sem Practicum Nicholas Bigelow MW 2:00PM - 3:30PM
Overview of techniques for using the SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and Scanning Probe (AFM, STM) and analyzing data. Students perform independent lab projects commensurate with their graduate research. Location Goergen Hall Room 417 (MW 2:00PM - 3:30PM)
OPT 412-1 Quantum Mechanics - Optics Michele Cotrufo TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This course covers the topics in modern quantum theory which are relevant to atomic physics, radiation theory, and quantum optics. The theory is developed in terms of Hilbert space operators. The quantum mechanics of simple systems, including the harmonic oscillator, spin, and the one-electron atoms, are reviewed.Finally, methods of calculation useful in modern quantum optics are discussed. These include manipulation of coherent states, the Bloch spere representation, and conventional perturbation theory.Prerequisite: One course in undergraduate wave mechanics or permission of instructor.References: Cohen-Tannoudji, Diu and Laloe, Merzbacher, Schiff, Dirac. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 270 (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
OPT 421-1 Opt Properties of Materials Gary Wicks TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
Optical properties of materials, primarily via interaction of light with materials electrons and phonons. Excitons, plasmons, polaritons. Optical processes: reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, Raman scattering (spontaneous and stimulated), light emission (spontaneous and stimulated). Kramers-Kronig relations. Electrooptic effects and optical nonlinearities in solids. Plasmonics. Emphasizes semiconductors; metals and insulators, and gases also discussed. Location Wilmot Room 116 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
OPT 421-99 Opt Properties of Materials – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
Optical properties of materials, primarily via interaction of light with materials electrons and phonons. Excitons, plasmons, polaritons. Optical processes: reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, Raman scattering (spontaneous and stimulated), light emission (spontaneous and stimulated). Kramers-Kronig relations. Electrooptic effects and optical nonlinearities in solids. Plasmonics. Emphasizes semiconductors; metals and insulators, and gases also discussed. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
OPT 422-1 Color Technology Jennifer Kruschwitz MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Color Technology is more than just pigments, dyes, paints, and textiles. Everywhere in modern technology (smart phones, tablets, displays, lighting, cinema, printers, etc.) is the need for a basic understanding of how we measure, identify, communicate, specify, and render color from one device to another. This course addresses color order systems, color spaces, color measurement, color difference, additive and subtractive color, and rendering of color images. The student will learn about color matching, lighting conditions, metamerism, and color constancy. At the semesters end, each student will have compiled a Color Toolbox with useful functions to derive different necessary color values within MatLab. Prerequisites: OPT 211 & 212 [MatLab], Linear Algebra Location Wilmot Room 116 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
OPT 422-99 Color Technology – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
Color Technology is more than just pigments, dyes, paints, and textiles. Everywhere in modern technology (smart phones, tablets, displays, lighting, cinema, printers, etc.) is the need for a basic understanding of how we measure, identify, communicate, specify, and render color from one device to another. This course addresses color order systems, color spaces, color measurement, color difference, additive and subtractive color, and rendering of color images. The student will learn about color matching, lighting conditions, metamerism, and color constancy. At the semesters end, each student will have compiled a Color Toolbox with useful functions to derive different necessary color values within MatLab. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
OPT 423-1 Detection of Optcl Radiation Chunlei Guo TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
The course covers modeling of optical radiation, human perception of light, emission of thermal radiation, statistics of light and detectors, basic parameters of photodetectors, and different types of detectors. References: Robert W. Boyd, Radiometry and the Detection of Optical Radiation, Wiley, 1983, ISBN 0-471-86188-X; William L. Wolfe, Introduction to Radiometry, SPIE, 1998, ISBN 0-8194-2758-6; Bahaa E. A. Saleh and Malvin C. Teich, Fundamentals of Photonics, Wiley, 2007, ISBN 978-0471358329 Location Goergen Hall Room 110 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
OPT 429-1 CHEM Bonds:From Molcls to Mat Michael Ruggiero MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
An introduction to the electronic structure of extended materials systems from both a chemical bonding and a condensed matter physics perspective. The course will discuss materials of all length scales from individual molecules to macroscopic three-dimensional crystals, but will focus on zero, one, and two dimensional inorganic materials at the nanometer scale. Specific topics include semiconductor nanocrystals, quantum wires, carbon nanotubes, and conjugated polymers. Location Lechase Room 148 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
OPT 432-1 Opto-Mechanical Victor Genberg MW 4:50PM - 6:05PM
The mechanical design and analysis of optical components and systems will be studied. Topics will include kinematic mounting of optical elements, the analysis of adhesive bonds, and the influence of environmental effects such as gravity, temperature, and vibration on the performance of optical systems. Additional topic include analysis of adaptive optics, the design of lightweight mirrors, thermo-optics and stress-optics (stress birefringence) effects. Emphasis will be placed on integrated analysis whish includes the data transfer between optical design codes and mechanical FEA codes. A term project is required. Location Goergen Hall Room 109 (MW 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
OPT 438-1 Selected Topics in Augmented and Virtual Reality Mujdat Cetin; Yukang Yan TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This is the second course offered as part of the PhD training program on augmented and virtual reality. It builds on the first course, Introduction to Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR). The goal of the course is to provide exposure to problems in the AR/VR domain addressed by various disciplines. The course consists of three one-month long modules in a semester. Modules engage students in particular aspects of AR/VR or hands-on experience on AR/VR. Modules to be offered in various years include: fundamentals of optics for AR/VR; AR/VR in the silicon; foundations of visual perception in the context of AR/VR; computer audition and acoustic rendering; measuring the human brain; deep learning and visual recognition for AR/VR; brain-computer interfacing in a virtual environment; interaction techniques for AR/VR systems; 3D interfaces and interaction; AR/VR for collaborative education & professional training. In Spring 2025, the following three modules will be offered: 1) Fundamentals of optics for AR/VR (Daniel Nikolov and Jannick Rolland). Optics is central to near-eye displays and sensing. In this module, students will learn basic concepts and terminology of optics for AR/VR, as well as key visual requirements. Students will then learn about different optical architectures based on free-space or waveguide optics. Emerging technologies enabling compact architectures such as freeform optics and meta optics will be discussed. Students will be exposed to demonstrations of hands-on design in optical design software. 2) Interaction techniques for AR/VR systems (Yukang Yan). This module introduces the design and implementation of interaction techniques that can be applied in AR/VR systems, focusing on fundamental tasks such as target selection, navigation, object manipulation, and sensory input. Through the introduction of conceptual insights and hands-on practice, we aim to teach students how to create intuitive, effective interaction methods across different tasks and scenarios. Projects will encourage students to design and build their own interaction techniques, leading to a deeper understanding of user-centered design principles and the technical skills necessary to bring interactive concepts to life. 3) Professional encounters with leading AR/VR researchers. This module involves a series of seminars (titled Voices of XR) and discussion sessions with leading AR/VR researchers from academia and industry. This component of the course is offered in partnership with Studio X. Prerequisites: ECE 410 or OPT 410 or BME 410 or NSCI 415 or CSC 413 or CVSC 534 or equivalent experience. INSTRUCTORS: Mujdat Cetin; Daniel Nikolov; Jannick Rolland; Yukang Yan Location Computer Studies Room 601 (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
OPT 442-1 Instrumental Optics Greg Schmidt MW 11:50AM - 1:05PM
This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of optical instrumentation: Optical metrology, including wavefront and surface metrology, interferometric instruments and interferogram analysis, coherence and coherence-based instruments, phase measurement and phase-shifting interferometry; spectroscopic instrumentation, including the Fourier transfrom spectrometer, the Fabry-Perot interferometer, and the grating monochromator; image plane characterization (star test, Ronchi test, and modulation transfer function); the influence of illumination and partial coherence on image forming systems, including microscopes, systems for projection lithography, and displays. Location Goergen Hall Room 509 (MW 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
OPT 444-1 Lens Design Julie Bentley TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project. Location Goergen Hall Room 101 (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
OPT 444-3 Lens Design - Recitation Julie Bentley T 4:50PM - 6:05PM
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project. Location Goergen Hall Room 109 (T 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
OPT 444-4 Lens Design- REC Julie Bentley R 4:50PM - 6:05PM
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project. Location Goergen Hall Room 109 (R 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
OPT 445-01 Precision Instrumentation Design Ethan Burnham-Fay TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This course focuses teaching the multidisciplinary aspects of designing complex, precise systems. In these systems, aspects from mechanics, optics, electronics, design for manufacturing/assembly, and metrology/qualification must all be considered to design, build, and demonstrate a successful precision system. The goal of this class is to develop a fundamental understanding of multidisciplinary design for designing the next generation of advanced instrumentation. Location Gavett Hall Room 301 (TR 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
OPT 447-1 Advanced Optical Coatings Jennifer Kruschwitz MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Advanced optical coating design techniques used for five different [virtual] deposition processes. Design topics include: Optical characterization of film layers from spectrophometric measurements, designs for lighting and display, low emissivity designs, anti-counterfeiting designs, designs for ophthalmic uses, and reverse engineering catalog coatings. Location Wilmot Room 116 (MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
OPT 447-2 Advanced Optical Coatings - REC Jennifer Kruschwitz F 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Advanced optical coating design techniques used for five different [virtual] deposition processes. Design topics include: Optical characterization of film layers from spectrophometric measurements, designs for lighting and display, low emissivity designs, anti-counterfeiting designs, designs for ophthalmic uses, and reverse engineering catalog coatings. Location Goergen Hall Room 102 (F 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
OPT 449-01 Introduction to Illumination Joshua Cobb TR 4:50PM - 7:30PM
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OPT 450-1 Polarization Thomas Brown TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This course covers the fundamentals necessary to understand the behavior of fully and partially polarized light, and the significant range of applications and optical systems in which polarization is important. Topics include foundational electromagnetic theories of propagation and scattering, polarized plane waves, polarization eigenstates, Jones and Mueller Calculii, ellipsometry, polarization in multilayers and gratings, principles of polarization effects in focusing and imaging, polarization metrology, and topics in polarization coherence. Location Goergen Hall Room 509 (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
OPT 450-99 Polarization – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
This course covers the fundamentals necessary to understand the behavior of fully and partially polarized light, and the significant range of applications and optical systems in which polarization is important. Topics include foundational electromagnetic theories of propagation and scattering, polarized plane waves, polarization eigenstates, Jones and Mueller Calculii, ellipsometry, polarization in multilayers and gratings, principles of polarization effects in focusing and imaging, polarization metrology, and topics in polarization coherence. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
OPT 456-1 Optics Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz MW 1:00PM - 4:00PM
This is an intensive laboratory course with experiments that likely included the following: 1. Transverse and axial mode structure of a gas laser.2. Detector calibration using a blackbody.3. Production of a white light viewable transmission hologram.4. Acousto-optic modulation.5. Twyman-Green interferometry.6. Optical Fibers Laser.7. The Pockels cell as an optical modulator.8. Optical beats (heterodyning) and CATV.9. The YAG laser and second harmonic generation.10. Fourier optics and optical filtering.11. Lens Evaluation.12. Modulation Transfer Function.13. Applications and properties of pulsed dye laser.14. Holographic optical elements.15. Properties of Gaussian beams. Location Wilmot Room 504 (MW 1:00PM - 4:00PM)
OPT 462-1 Electromagnetic Waves Govind Agrawal TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
This course covers topics in electromagnetic theory that serve as a foundation for classical descriptions of many optical phenomena. A partial list of topics includes: review of Maxwell's equations, boundary conditions, and wave equations; polarization of light; crystal optics; vector, scalar, and Hertz potentials; radiation from accelerated charges; electric and magnetic dipole radiation; Lorentz atom description of the interaction of light with matter; scattering; optical waveguides. Location Wilmot Room 116 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
OPT 465-1 Principles of Lasers Pablo Postigo Resa TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
This course provides an up-to-date knowledge of modern laser systems. Topics covered include quantum mechanical treatments to two-level atomic systems, optical gain, homogenous and inhomogenous broadening, laser resonators and their modes, Gaussian beams, cavity design, pumping schemes, rate equations, Q switching, mode-locking, various gas, liquid, and solid-state lasers. Location Wilmot Room 116 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
OPT 468-1 Integrated Photonics Jaime Cardenas TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This course covers the propagation and interactions in optical waveguides. Topics to be covered include: the Goos-Haenchen effect; modes on the planar waveguide; coupled-mode theory; modes on the optical fiber; pulse broadening in optical fibers; coupling between guided-wave structures; waveguide devices such as semiconductor lasers; fiber lasers and amplifiers; passive components and electro-optics devices. Location Dewey Room 2110E (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
OPT 472-1 Advanced Biomedical Microscopy Michael Giacomelli TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
This course will review the engineering of optical system for biomedical microscopy by exploring widely used biomedical imaging systems such as confocal microscopy, multiphoton microscopy and optical coherent tomography among others. These techniques will be introduced in the context of the imaging problems they solve with a goal of giving students a broad, undergraduate level understanding of the constraints and solutions to biomedical microscopy. The graduate version of this course will include additional assignments and be appropriate for graduate students starting out in biomedical optics. Prerequisites: OPT261 and BME270. Location Goergen Hall Room 110 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
OPT 481-1 Gen Management of New Venture Jim Zavislan T 6:15PM - 8:55PM
This course provides an opportunity to examine the management practices associated with innovation and new business development. The analysis of entrepreneurship is evaluated from the perspective of start-up ventures and established companies. There is an appraisal of the similarities and differences in the skills and the functions required to develop successful projects in both types of situations. A range of management issues is discussed, including organizational development, analysis of market opportunities, financial planning and control, capitalization, sources of funds, the due-diligence process, and valuing the venture.Course Approach: To expose students to various facets of new venture management and entrepreneurship, classes will consist of lectures, evaluation of current business situation, and presentations by guest speakers. Furthermore, two (one for engineers) case studies must be prepared for the credit. Location Goergen Hall Room 109 (T 6:15PM - 8:55PM)
OPT 482-1 Product Development and Technology Management Mark Wilson M 6:15PM - 8:55PM
In this class we will explore the ISO 9000 product development process and illustrate how to use this process to develop both products and research systems that meet necessary specifications. The class will use systems such as video projectors, CD-ROM drives, bar-code scanners and scanning laser microscopes as examples to illustrate the various concepts. Location Gavett Hall Room 301 (M 6:15PM - 8:55PM)
OPT 484-1 Petawatt Lasers Leon Waxer TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Since the first demonstration of chirped pulse amplification, researchers worldwide have worked to generate and focus lasers to higher and higher intensities. In 1999, the first petawatt (1015 W) laser was demonstrated, and since that time the race has been on to build lasers that deliver higher powers, higher focused intensities, and higher repetition rates, opening entire new areas of physics to investigation in the laboratory. This course will take an engineering approach to how one builds a petawatt laser. Topics covered include an introduction to laser fundamentals, chirped pulse amplification, large-aperture laser amplifiers, pulse shape characterization, and wavefront considerations and correction. The course will culminate with the formation of a design team to develop a conceptual design for a petawatt laser. Location (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
OPT 491-1 Master's Reading in Optics Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 491-2 Master's Reading Gary Wicks 7:00PM - 7:00PM
Individual, specialized reading courses for master’s students; topics, relevant to student’s program, chosen in consultation with faculty member. Location ( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)
OPT 495-01 Master's Research in Optics Greg Schmidt 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-02 Master's Research in Optics Brian Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-03 Master's Research in Optics Xi-Cheng Zhang 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-04 Master's Research in Optics Nick Vamivakas 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-05 Master's Research in Optics William Renninger 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-06 Master's Research in Optics Duncan Moore 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-07 Master's Research in Optics John Marciante 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-08 Master's Research in Optics Qiang Lin 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-09 Master's Research in Optics David Williams 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-10 Master's Research in Optics Gary Wicks 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-11 Master's Research in Optics Jannick Rolland-Thompson 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-12 Master's Research in Optics Todd Krauss 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-13 Master's Research in Optics James Fienup 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-14 Master's Research in Optics P Scott Carney 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-15 Master's Research in Optics Jennifer Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-16 Master's Research in Optics Wayne Knox 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-17 Master's Research in Optics Jennifer Hunter 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-18 Master's Research in Optics Chunlei Guo 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-19 Master's Research in Optics Jaime Cardenas 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-20 Master's Research in Optics Robert Boyd 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-21 Master's Research in Optics Andrew Berger 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-22 Master's Research in Optics Julie Bentley 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-23 Master's Research in Optics Thomas Brown 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-24 Master's Research in Optics Jake Bromage 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 495-25 Master's Research in Optics Govind Agrawal 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 552-01 Quantum Optics of the Electromagnetic Field Gabriel Teixeira Landi TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Properties of the free quantized electromagnetic field, quantum theory of coherence, squeezed states, theory of photoelectric detection, correlation measurements, atomic resonance fluorescence, cooperative effects, quantum effects in nonlinear optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 531 is recommended Location Bausch & Lomb Room 208 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
OPT 561-1 Advanced Imaging James Fienup MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
This course covers advanced topics in imaging, concentrating on computed imaging, Fourier-transform-based imaging, and unconventional imaging, with emphasis on imaging through aberrating media (particularly atmospheric turbulence), in mathematical depth. Topics are selected from the following: stellar (speckle, Michelson, and intensity) interferometry, wavefront sensing for adaptive optics, phase diversity; pupil-plane lensless laser imaging including 2-D and 3-D digital holography, imaging correlography, and X-ray diffraction imaging; Lyot coronography, Fourier-transform imaging spectroscopy, structured-illumination superresolution, optical coherence tomography, extended-depth-of-field imaging, and synthetic-aperture radar. Additional topics suggested by the students will be considered. The course also explores image reconstruction and restoration algorithms associated with these imaging modalities, including phase retrieval, maximum likelihood deconvolution, multi-frame blind deconvolution, de-aliasing, side-lobe elimination, and phase-error correction algorithms. A project and an associated term paper and presentation are required, exploring an advanced imaging topic in depth, including computer simulations (or laboratory experiments) and implementing the image formation or restoration algorithms. Prerequisites: OPT 461 (Fourier Optics) or OPT 463 Location Goergen Hall Room 509 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
OPT 591-1 PhD Reading Course - Advanced Math Methods Miguel Alonso 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-1 PhD Research in Optics Govind Agrawal 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-10 PhD Research in Optics Chunlei Guo 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-11 PhD Research in Optics Jennifer Hunter 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-12 PhD Research in Optics Wayne Knox 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-13 PhD Research in Optics Todd Krauss 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-14 PhD Research in Optics Jennifer Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-15 PhD Research in Optics Qiang Lin 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-16 PhD Research in Optics John Marciante 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-17 PhD Research in Optics Duncan Moore 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-18 PhD Research in Optics William Renninger 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-19 PhD Research in Optics Jannick Rolland-Thompson 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-2 PhD Research in Optics Miguel Alonso 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-20 PhD Research in Optics Nick Vamivakas 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-21 PhD Research in Optics Gary Wicks 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-22 PhD Research in Optics David Williams 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-23 PhD Research in Optics Brian Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-24 PhD Research in Optics Xi-Cheng Zhang 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-25 PhD Research in Optics Kevin Parker 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-26 PhD Research in Optics Jake Bromage 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-27 PhD Research in Optics Michele Rucci 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-28 PhD Research in Optics Jim Zavislan 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-29 PhD Research in Optics Pablo Postigo Resa 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-3 PhD Research in Optics Julie Bentley 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-30 PhD Research in Optics Leon Waxer 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-31 PhD Research in Optics Pengfei Huo 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-32 PhD Research in Optics Greg Schmidt 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-33 PhD Research in Optics Susana Marcos 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-34 PhD Research in Optics Andrea Pickel 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-4 PhD Research in Optics Andrew Berger 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-5 PhD Research in Optics Robert Boyd 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-6 PhD Research in Optics Thomas Brown 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-7 PhD Research in Optics Jaime Cardenas 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-8 PhD Research in Optics P Scott Carney 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 595-9 PhD Research in Optics James Fienup 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 596-1 Optics Colloquium Govind Agrawal M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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OPT 894-1 Co-Op Program in Optics Jennifer Kruschwitz 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 894-2 Co-Op Program in Optics Govind Agrawal 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 894-3 Co-Op Program in Optics Qiang Lin 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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OPT 895-1 Cont of Master's Enrollment – 7:00PM - 7:00PM
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Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
OPT 596-1 Optics Colloquium Govind Agrawal
Colloquium course for Optics PhD students only
OPT 482-1 Product Development and Technology Management Mark Wilson
In this class we will explore the ISO 9000 product development process and illustrate how to use this process to develop both products and research systems that meet necessary specifications. The class will use systems such as video projectors, CD-ROM drives, bar-code scanners and scanning laser microscopes as examples to illustrate the various concepts.
Monday and Wednesday
OPT 447-1 Advanced Optical Coatings Jennifer Kruschwitz
Advanced optical coating design techniques used for five different [virtual] deposition processes. Design topics include: Optical characterization of film layers from spectrophometric measurements, designs for lighting and display, low emissivity designs, anti-counterfeiting designs, designs for ophthalmic uses, and reverse engineering catalog coatings.
OPT 422-1 Color Technology Jennifer Kruschwitz
Color Technology is more than just pigments, dyes, paints, and textiles. Everywhere in modern technology (smart phones, tablets, displays, lighting, cinema, printers, etc.) is the need for a basic understanding of how we measure, identify, communicate, specify, and render color from one device to another. This course addresses color order systems, color spaces, color measurement, color difference, additive and subtractive color, and rendering of color images. The student will learn about color matching, lighting conditions, metamerism, and color constancy. At the semesters end, each student will have compiled a Color Toolbox with useful functions to derive different necessary color values within MatLab. Prerequisites: OPT 211 & 212 [MatLab], Linear Algebra
OPT 429-1 CHEM Bonds:From Molcls to Mat Michael Ruggiero
An introduction to the electronic structure of extended materials systems from both a chemical bonding and a condensed matter physics perspective. The course will discuss materials of all length scales from individual molecules to macroscopic three-dimensional crystals, but will focus on zero, one, and two dimensional inorganic materials at the nanometer scale. Specific topics include semiconductor nanocrystals, quantum wires, carbon nanotubes, and conjugated polymers.
OPT 561-1 Advanced Imaging James Fienup
This course covers advanced topics in imaging, concentrating on computed imaging, Fourier-transform-based imaging, and unconventional imaging, with emphasis on imaging through aberrating media (particularly atmospheric turbulence), in mathematical depth. Topics are selected from the following: stellar (speckle, Michelson, and intensity) interferometry, wavefront sensing for adaptive optics, phase diversity; pupil-plane lensless laser imaging including 2-D and 3-D digital holography, imaging correlography, and X-ray diffraction imaging; Lyot coronography, Fourier-transform imaging spectroscopy, structured-illumination superresolution, optical coherence tomography, extended-depth-of-field imaging, and synthetic-aperture radar. Additional topics suggested by the students will be considered. The course also explores image reconstruction and restoration algorithms associated with these imaging modalities, including phase retrieval, maximum likelihood deconvolution, multi-frame blind deconvolution, de-aliasing, side-lobe elimination, and phase-error correction algorithms. A project and an associated term paper and presentation are required, exploring an advanced imaging topic in depth, including computer simulations (or laboratory experiments) and implementing the image formation or restoration algorithms. Prerequisites: OPT 461 (Fourier Optics) or OPT 463
OPT 442-1 Instrumental Optics Greg Schmidt
This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of optical instrumentation: Optical metrology, including wavefront and surface metrology, interferometric instruments and interferogram analysis, coherence and coherence-based instruments, phase measurement and phase-shifting interferometry; spectroscopic instrumentation, including the Fourier transfrom spectrometer, the Fabry-Perot interferometer, and the grating monochromator; image plane characterization (star test, Ronchi test, and modulation transfer function); the influence of illumination and partial coherence on image forming systems, including microscopes, systems for projection lithography, and displays.
OPT 456-1 Optics Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz
This is an intensive laboratory course with experiments that likely included the following: 1. Transverse and axial mode structure of a gas laser.2. Detector calibration using a blackbody.3. Production of a white light viewable transmission hologram.4. Acousto-optic modulation.5. Twyman-Green interferometry.6. Optical Fibers Laser.7. The Pockels cell as an optical modulator.8. Optical beats (heterodyning) and CATV.9. The YAG laser and second harmonic generation.10. Fourier optics and optical filtering.11. Lens Evaluation.12. Modulation Transfer Function.13. Applications and properties of pulsed dye laser.14. Holographic optical elements.15. Properties of Gaussian beams.
OPT 407-1 Sem Practicum Nicholas Bigelow
Overview of techniques for using the SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and Scanning Probe (AFM, STM) and analyzing data. Students perform independent lab projects commensurate with their graduate research.
OPT 432-1 Opto-Mechanical Victor Genberg
The mechanical design and analysis of optical components and systems will be studied. Topics will include kinematic mounting of optical elements, the analysis of adhesive bonds, and the influence of environmental effects such as gravity, temperature, and vibration on the performance of optical systems. Additional topic include analysis of adaptive optics, the design of lightweight mirrors, thermo-optics and stress-optics (stress birefringence) effects. Emphasis will be placed on integrated analysis whish includes the data transfer between optical design codes and mechanical FEA codes. A term project is required.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Tuesday
OPT 444-3 Lens Design - Recitation Julie Bentley
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project.
OPT 481-1 Gen Management of New Venture Jim Zavislan
This course provides an opportunity to examine the management practices associated with innovation and new business development. The analysis of entrepreneurship is evaluated from the perspective of start-up ventures and established companies. There is an appraisal of the similarities and differences in the skills and the functions required to develop successful projects in both types of situations. A range of management issues is discussed, including organizational development, analysis of market opportunities, financial planning and control, capitalization, sources of funds, the due-diligence process, and valuing the venture.Course Approach: To expose students to various facets of new venture management and entrepreneurship, classes will consist of lectures, evaluation of current business situation, and presentations by guest speakers. Furthermore, two (one for engineers) case studies must be prepared for the credit.
Tuesday and Thursday
OPT 462-1 Electromagnetic Waves Govind Agrawal
This course covers topics in electromagnetic theory that serve as a foundation for classical descriptions of many optical phenomena. A partial list of topics includes: review of Maxwell's equations, boundary conditions, and wave equations; polarization of light; crystal optics; vector, scalar, and Hertz potentials; radiation from accelerated charges; electric and magnetic dipole radiation; Lorentz atom description of the interaction of light with matter; scattering; optical waveguides.
OPT 484-1 Petawatt Lasers Leon Waxer
Since the first demonstration of chirped pulse amplification, researchers worldwide have worked to generate and focus lasers to higher and higher intensities. In 1999, the first petawatt (1015 W) laser was demonstrated, and since that time the race has been on to build lasers that deliver higher powers, higher focused intensities, and higher repetition rates, opening entire new areas of physics to investigation in the laboratory. This course will take an engineering approach to how one builds a petawatt laser. Topics covered include an introduction to laser fundamentals, chirped pulse amplification, large-aperture laser amplifiers, pulse shape characterization, and wavefront considerations and correction. The course will culminate with the formation of a design team to develop a conceptual design for a petawatt laser.
OPT 552-01 Quantum Optics of the Electromagnetic Field Gabriel Teixeira Landi
Properties of the free quantized electromagnetic field, quantum theory of coherence, squeezed states, theory of photoelectric detection, correlation measurements, atomic resonance fluorescence, cooperative effects, quantum effects in nonlinear optics. Prerequisite: PHYS 531 is recommended
OPT 421-1 Opt Properties of Materials Gary Wicks
Optical properties of materials, primarily via interaction of light with materials electrons and phonons. Excitons, plasmons, polaritons. Optical processes: reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, Raman scattering (spontaneous and stimulated), light emission (spontaneous and stimulated). Kramers-Kronig relations. Electrooptic effects and optical nonlinearities in solids. Plasmonics. Emphasizes semiconductors; metals and insulators, and gases also discussed.
OPT 472-1 Advanced Biomedical Microscopy Michael Giacomelli
This course will review the engineering of optical system for biomedical microscopy by exploring widely used biomedical imaging systems such as confocal microscopy, multiphoton microscopy and optical coherent tomography among others. These techniques will be introduced in the context of the imaging problems they solve with a goal of giving students a broad, undergraduate level understanding of the constraints and solutions to biomedical microscopy. The graduate version of this course will include additional assignments and be appropriate for graduate students starting out in biomedical optics. Prerequisites: OPT261 and BME270.
OPT 423-1 Detection of Optcl Radiation Chunlei Guo
The course covers modeling of optical radiation, human perception of light, emission of thermal radiation, statistics of light and detectors, basic parameters of photodetectors, and different types of detectors. References: Robert W. Boyd, Radiometry and the Detection of Optical Radiation, Wiley, 1983, ISBN 0-471-86188-X; William L. Wolfe, Introduction to Radiometry, SPIE, 1998, ISBN 0-8194-2758-6; Bahaa E. A. Saleh and Malvin C. Teich, Fundamentals of Photonics, Wiley, 2007, ISBN 978-0471358329
OPT 465-1 Principles of Lasers Pablo Postigo Resa
This course provides an up-to-date knowledge of modern laser systems. Topics covered include quantum mechanical treatments to two-level atomic systems, optical gain, homogenous and inhomogenous broadening, laser resonators and their modes, Gaussian beams, cavity design, pumping schemes, rate equations, Q switching, mode-locking, various gas, liquid, and solid-state lasers.
OPT 412-1 Quantum Mechanics - Optics Michele Cotrufo
This course covers the topics in modern quantum theory which are relevant to atomic physics, radiation theory, and quantum optics. The theory is developed in terms of Hilbert space operators. The quantum mechanics of simple systems, including the harmonic oscillator, spin, and the one-electron atoms, are reviewed.Finally, methods of calculation useful in modern quantum optics are discussed. These include manipulation of coherent states, the Bloch spere representation, and conventional perturbation theory.Prerequisite: One course in undergraduate wave mechanics or permission of instructor.References: Cohen-Tannoudji, Diu and Laloe, Merzbacher, Schiff, Dirac.
OPT 438-1 Selected Topics in Augmented and Virtual Reality Mujdat Cetin; Yukang Yan
This is the second course offered as part of the PhD training program on augmented and virtual reality. It builds on the first course, Introduction to Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR). The goal of the course is to provide exposure to problems in the AR/VR domain addressed by various disciplines. The course consists of three one-month long modules in a semester. Modules engage students in particular aspects of AR/VR or hands-on experience on AR/VR. Modules to be offered in various years include: fundamentals of optics for AR/VR; AR/VR in the silicon; foundations of visual perception in the context of AR/VR; computer audition and acoustic rendering; measuring the human brain; deep learning and visual recognition for AR/VR; brain-computer interfacing in a virtual environment; interaction techniques for AR/VR systems; 3D interfaces and interaction; AR/VR for collaborative education & professional training. In Spring 2025, the following three modules will be offered: 1) Fundamentals of optics for AR/VR (Daniel Nikolov and Jannick Rolland). Optics is central to near-eye displays and sensing. In this module, students will learn basic concepts and terminology of optics for AR/VR, as well as key visual requirements. Students will then learn about different optical architectures based on free-space or waveguide optics. Emerging technologies enabling compact architectures such as freeform optics and meta optics will be discussed. Students will be exposed to demonstrations of hands-on design in optical design software. 2) Interaction techniques for AR/VR systems (Yukang Yan). This module introduces the design and implementation of interaction techniques that can be applied in AR/VR systems, focusing on fundamental tasks such as target selection, navigation, object manipulation, and sensory input. Through the introduction of conceptual insights and hands-on practice, we aim to teach students how to create intuitive, effective interaction methods across different tasks and scenarios. Projects will encourage students to design and build their own interaction techniques, leading to a deeper understanding of user-centered design principles and the technical skills necessary to bring interactive concepts to life. 3) Professional encounters with leading AR/VR researchers. This module involves a series of seminars (titled Voices of XR) and discussion sessions with leading AR/VR researchers from academia and industry. This component of the course is offered in partnership with Studio X. Prerequisites: ECE 410 or OPT 410 or BME 410 or NSCI 415 or CSC 413 or CVSC 534 or equivalent experience. INSTRUCTORS: Mujdat Cetin; Daniel Nikolov; Jannick Rolland; Yukang Yan
OPT 450-1 Polarization Thomas Brown
This course covers the fundamentals necessary to understand the behavior of fully and partially polarized light, and the significant range of applications and optical systems in which polarization is important. Topics include foundational electromagnetic theories of propagation and scattering, polarized plane waves, polarization eigenstates, Jones and Mueller Calculii, ellipsometry, polarization in multilayers and gratings, principles of polarization effects in focusing and imaging, polarization metrology, and topics in polarization coherence.
OPT 444-1 Lens Design Julie Bentley
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project.
OPT 468-1 Integrated Photonics Jaime Cardenas
This course covers the propagation and interactions in optical waveguides. Topics to be covered include: the Goos-Haenchen effect; modes on the planar waveguide; coupled-mode theory; modes on the optical fiber; pulse broadening in optical fibers; coupling between guided-wave structures; waveguide devices such as semiconductor lasers; fiber lasers and amplifiers; passive components and electro-optics devices.
OPT 445-01 Precision Instrumentation Design Ethan Burnham-Fay
This course focuses teaching the multidisciplinary aspects of designing complex, precise systems. In these systems, aspects from mechanics, optics, electronics, design for manufacturing/assembly, and metrology/qualification must all be considered to design, build, and demonstrate a successful precision system. The goal of this class is to develop a fundamental understanding of multidisciplinary design for designing the next generation of advanced instrumentation.
OPT 449-01 Introduction to Illumination Joshua Cobb
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Thursday
OPT 444-4 Lens Design- REC Julie Bentley
A review of geometrical optics and 3rd order aberration theory. Specification documents. Image assessment: ray intercept plots, wavefront analysis, spot diagrams, MTFs, and point spread functions. Optimization theory, damped least squares, global optimization, merit functions, variables and constraints. Glass, plastic, UV and IR materials. Aspheres, GRINs, and diffractive optics. Secondary spectrum, spherochromatism, higher order aberrations. Induced aberrations. Splitting and compounding lens elements. Aplanats and anastigmats. Refractive design forms: landscape lens, achromatic doublet, Cooke triplet, Double Gauss, Petzval lens, wide angle, telephoto, and eyepieces. Reflective design forms: parabola, Cassegrain, Schmidt, Ritchey Cretian, Gregorian, three mirror anastigmat, and reflective triplet. Computer aided lens design exercises using CodeV - includes a 4-6 week individual lens design project.
Friday
OPT 447-2 Advanced Optical Coatings - REC Jennifer Kruschwitz
Advanced optical coating design techniques used for five different [virtual] deposition processes. Design topics include: Optical characterization of film layers from spectrophometric measurements, designs for lighting and display, low emissivity designs, anti-counterfeiting designs, designs for ophthalmic uses, and reverse engineering catalog coatings.
Saturday
OPT 402-1 HOME Second Laboratory Jennifer Kruschwitz
This laboratory is the second of three, in-person sections necessary for the MS HOME program. This lab includes a 12- and 6-hour lab, and a formal 20 minute presentation.