Universität Wien

260060 VU Fundamentals of Photonics 2 (2026S)

5.00 ECTS (3.00 SWS), SPL 26 - Physik
Continuous assessment of course work
Fr 20.03. 09:15-11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien

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Details

max. 20 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 06.03. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 13.03. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 27.03. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 17.04. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 24.04. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 08.05. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 15.05. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 22.05. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 29.05. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 05.06. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 12.06. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 19.06. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Friday 26.06. 09:15 - 11:45 Berta-Karlik-Seminarraum, Zi.3158, Boltzmanngasse 5, 1. Stk., 1090 Wien

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Aims
At the end of this course, students will have the necessary background to understand the basics of photonic related research fields and subjects. Students will obtain the competence to independently derive basic quantities by application of appropriate mathematical models both on paper and in simple computer simulations.

Contents
Topics include: interferometers, interference coatings, resonators, ultrafast lasers, nonlinear optics, spectral and noise properties of light, waveguides, holography, nonlinear electrooptic materials, photorefractive effect, holographic gratings, optical metamaterials, photonic bandgap materials and wave-coupling.

Methods
Methods of the course include interactive lectures with regular student participation, exercise classes employing various learning methods (group work, individual homework assignments, mathematical examples, basic programming examples).

Assessment and permitted materials

In-class examples (20%), short student talks (30%) and a final oral exam (50%). During the final oral exam, no materials are permitted. Each assessment category (examples, talks, exam) must be passed (min. 50%) to pass the course.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Throughout this course a total of 80 points will be obtainable. The minimum requirement for a passing grade is 40 points or more. Grades will be given as indicated below:
≥ 40 points: 4
≥ 50 points: 3
≥ 60 points: 2
≥ 70 points: 1
The final oral exam is part of the continuous assessment and cannot be repeated.

Examination topics

See “Contents” section

Reading list

This lecture is based on
• Saleh, B. E. A.; Teich, M. C.(1991/2007/2019): Fundamentals of Photonics. 1st/2nd/3rd ed. Wiley. (available as a print book via usearch and electronically: https://usearch.univie.ac.at/primo-explore/fulldisplay?docid=UWI_alma51666305530003332&vid=UWI)
• Siegmann, Anthony E.(1986): Lasers. University Science Books.
• Boyd, Robert W. (2008): Nonlinear Optics. 3rd ed. Elsevier. (available as an e-book via usearch)
• Syms, R.R.A. (1990): Practical Volume Holography. Oxford University Press.
• Yeh, P (1993): Introduction to Photorefractive Nonlinear Optics. Wiley.
• Reider,G.A. (1997): Photonik - Eine Einführung in die Grundlagen. Springer-Verlag. (available as an e-book via usearch in German only or as a print book in English)

...and relevant original work (journal papers).

Association in the course directory

M-VAF A 2, M-VAF B, Doktorat Physik

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