phy2opt optics
OPTICS
PHY2OPT
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
On completion of this subject, students will be able to solve problems in classical optics, which provide a basis for further study in physics, engineering or another science. They will be able to use the essential apparatus in a physics laboratory to take and analyse measurements, and understand the vocabulary and concepts of classical optics. The topics covered include geometrical optics, optical systems, diffraction, interference and wave propagation in media. Students will conduct three experimental investigations related to these topics. This subject and the subjects PHY2MOD and PHY2EMM together constitute a mainstream course in physics at the second-year level. Knowledge and competence in the material presented in PHY1SCA, PHY1SCB, MAT1CNS or MAT1NLA and MAT1CLA or MAT1CDE is assumed.
SchoolMolecular Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorShanshan Kou
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
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Prerequisites PHY1SCA and PHY1SCB and MAT1CNS or MAT1NLA and MAT1CLA or MAT1CDE, or equivalent, or approval from the Department of Physics adviser of studies
Co-requisitesN/A
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Learning resources
Introduction to Optics
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorPedrotti, Frank L., and Pedrotti, Leno S
Year2006
Edition/Volume3rd edition
PublisherPEARSON
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Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
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