Course detail

Quantum and Laser Electronics

FEKT-LKVEAcad. year: 2015/2016

Students will learn the basic postulates of quantum mechanics, Schrödinger equation, the wave function, the uncertainty principle, statistical thermodynamics, interactions of radiation and matter, the basic properties of laser radiation, principles and characteristics of lasers, laser detection, and the effects of laser radiation on the human body and the use of lasers in medicine, industry and telecommunications. In the individual project, students will solve specific laser application.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

5

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Lucie Hudcová, Ph.D.

Department

Department of Radio Electronics (UREL)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

The graduate is able:
- To describe basic principles of quantum theory and statistical thermodynamics
- To describe the interaction of radiation and matter
- To explain the principle of laser function
- To compare particular laser types and to discuss their advantages and disadvantages
- To describe the effects of laser radiation on the human body
- To name and to describe practical applications of lasers

Prerequisites

The subject knowledge on the Bachelor´s degree level is requested.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Techning methods include tutorials and practical laboratories. Course is taking advantage of e-learning (Moodle) system. Students have to write 5 homeworks during the course.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Evaluation: 5 homeworks (up to 30 points), 2 laboratory exercises (up to 20 points). The test has a compulsory written part (up to 30 points) and a compulsory oral part (up 20 points). The content of the exam corresponds to the subject annotation.

Course curriculum

1. Introduction to quantum electronics
2. History of quantum and laser electronics
3. Fundamentals of quantum and laser electronics
4. Fundamental particles and their characteristics
5. Schrödinger equation
6. Statistical thermodynamics
7. Radiation - matter interaction
8. Optical resonators
9. Laser and LED theory
10. Gas lasers
11. Solid state, liquid and semiconductor lasers
12. Application of lasers (optical links, optical sensors)
13. Future of quantum and laser electronics

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the quantum theory and statistical thermodynamics, to explain the interaction of radiation and matter, to show the special characteristics of laser radiation and explain the operating principles of lasers. Another goal is to introduce the types of lasers, their parameters and usage, analyze the effects of laser radiation on the human body and demonstrate the use of lasers in medicine, industry and telecommunications.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Evaluation of activities is specified by a regulation, which is issued by the lecturer responsible for the course annually.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

B.E.A.Saleh, M.C.Teich:Základy fotoniky 1-4,Matfyzpress (CS)
WILFERT, O. Kvantová a laserová elektronika. Učební text. UREL VUT v Brně. Brno 2012. (CS)
WILFERT,O. Optoelektronika. Elektronický učební text. UREL VUT v Brně, Brno 2002, REL 023 (CS)
WILFERT,O. Optoelektronika. Skripta. UREL VUT v Brně, Brno 2002, ISBN 80-214-2264-5 (CS)

Recommended reading

HOUSE,J.E. Fundamentals of Quantum Mechanics, Academic Press, London 1998. (EN)

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme EEKR-ML Master's

    branch ML-EST , 1 year of study, winter semester, elective specialised

  • Programme EEKR-CZV lifelong learning

    branch EE-FLE , 1 year of study, winter semester, elective specialised

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

39 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Lucie Hudcová, Ph.D.

Syllabus

Introduction to quantum electronics
History of quantum and laser electronics
Fundamentals of quantum and laser electronics
Fundamental pareticles and their characteristics
Schrödinger equation
Thermal physics
Radiation matter interaction
Optical resonators
Laser theory
Gas lasers
Solid state, liquid and semiconductor lasers
Application of lasers
Future of quantum and laser electronics

Laboratory exercise

13 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Lucie Hudcová, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1 Measurement of power characteristics of laser diode radiation
2 Measurement of wavelength of the laser radiation
3 Measurement of beam width and radius of curvature of wave surface
4 Measurement of laser diode and LED light characterisrics
5 Safety work by operation with lasers