Universität Wien

260102 PUE Classical and Quantum Optics (2020S)

3.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 26 - Physik
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Thursday 19.03. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 26.03. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 02.04. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 23.04. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 30.04. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 07.05. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 14.05. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 28.05. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 04.06. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 18.06. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien
  • Thursday 25.06. 12:45 - 14:15 Josef-Stefan-Hörsaal, Boltzmanngasse 5, 3. Stk., 1090 Wien

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The aim of the course is to obtain an understanding of the quantum properties of light via solving related exercises.

Topics include: review of classical optics, linear and nonlinear optics; lasers and cavities; photon statistics; nonclassical states of light; cavity quantum electrodynamics (cavity QED); quantum optical control of matter (trapped ions, quantum optomechanics);

Assessment and permitted materials

To receive credit for the module (lecture + PUE exercises) please consult the criteria for: 260100 VO Classical and Quantum Optics (2020S)

The exercises (PUE) are a continuous assessment course intended as preparation for the module exam. Registration for the PUE is not mandatory but recommended. Note: Participation in the PUE is only possible with a valid registration for the course. Upon registration, attendance is obligatory. Deregistration from this course is possible until Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 11:59 pm. Without exception, all students registered after this deadline can take part in the PUE and will be graded according to the PUE assessment criteria. The PUE grade does NOT affect the module exam grade.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The grade for the PUE is determined from:

1) Points achieved in a written exam towards the end of the semester, which serves as preparation for the module exam (1.5h, max. 50 points).

2) Number of submissions of the homework exercises (upload via Moodle). You have to demonstrate a serious attempt to solve them. (max. 50 points).

For positive evaluation, at least 25 points have to be achieved in each of the two criteria mentioned above. If that is the case, the final grade will be determined from the sum of the points as:

50-62 Points: Genügend
63-75 Points: Befriedigend
76-87 Points: Gut
88-100 Points: Sehr Gut

Examination topics

Topics related to the lecture and the PUE.

Reading list

'Physics of Light and Optics', J. Peatross
'Introductory Quantum Optics', C. Gerry and P. Knight
'The quantum Theory of Light', R. Loudon

Further literature will be discussed during the lecture and exercises.

Association in the course directory

WPF 2, MF 6, UF MA PHYS 01a, UF MA PHYS 01b

Last modified: Mo 07.09.2020 15:21