PHYS 323 Optics & Electromagnetic Radiation

A survey of geometrical and physical optics, including the behavior of electromagnetic radiation across the spectrum. Topics include the dual wave/particle nature of radiation, lenses and ray-tracing, analysis of simple optical instruments (microscopes, telescopes), interference and diffraction phenomena, lasers and holography. Two 75-minute periods per week, one of which may be used for laboratory exercises.

Credits

3.5

Prerequisite

Grades of "C-" or better in PHYS 206, MA 141, and MA 233.

Offered

Even Year Fall Semester