761685S Optics, 5 ECTS cr
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761685S |
Validity |
01.08.2017 -
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| Name |
Optics |
Abbreviation |
Optics |
| Scope | 5 ECTS cr |
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| Type | Advanced Studies |
Discipline | 3251 Physics |
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Grading | 1 - 5, pass, fail |
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Field of Physics |
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Description
| ECTS Credits |
5 ECTS credits |
| Language of instruction |
English / Finnish. |
| Timing |
Twice every year, periods 1 and 3. |
| Learning outcomes |
The course deepens and broadens the knowledge provided by the subject level course Wave motion and optics. After completing the course the student will be able to grasp the issues of modern optics and apply her/his knowledge in the field of optics education, research and industry. |
| Contents |
Electromagnetic theory, photons and light, The propagation of light, Polarization, Interference, Diffraction, Basics of coherence theory, Lasers and laserlight. |
| Mode of delivery |
Moodle-based self-study and exam |
| Target group |
The course is for students of the Master's program in Physics. The course is also suitable for further training of persons applying optics in industry, research or teaching. |
| Recommended optional programme components |
No alternative course units or course units that should be completed simultaneously. |
| Recommended or required reading |
Optics by Eugene Hecht |
| Assessment methods and criteria |
Continuous evaluation and final examination. |
| Grading |
Numerical grading scale 0 – 5, where 0 = fail |
| Person responsible |
Seppo Alanko |
| Working life cooperation |
The course does not contain working life cooperation. |
| Other information |
moodle.oulu.fi |
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Current and future instruction
Future examinations
| No examinations in WebOodi |
