Duration
Coherent optics and lasers applications : 10h Th, 15h Pr
Laser physics : 5h Th, 5h Pr
Number of credits
| Master in physics (120 ECTS) | 4 crédits | |||
| Master in physics (60 ECTS) | 4 crédits |
Lecturer
Coherent optics and lasers applications : Serge Habraken
Laser physics : Serge Habraken
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
English language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
See the learning content from each sub section of the course
PHY0048 A and C
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Theory (lectures) : 10h
Laboratory : 15h
The lectures are preferentially given in English.
This optics course is matching the needs of Engineers ad Physicists. Physical optics isrefreshed. Then, deeper matters are taught.
The aim of the course is to bring an overall view of the application domains and technologies relating to modern optics. In the program, physical optics with coherence aspects including interferences and diffraction are explained.
Concepts are presented in a phenomenological approach with an intuitive physical understanding.
Laser physics
Theory (lectures): 5h
Laboratory: 5h
The lectures are preferentially given in English.
This course is intended for the Physicists who desire to enhance their knowledge in laser optics. Physice principles and technologies are detailed.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Bring an overview focused on polarization and cohérence of light with a highlight on modern applications
Laser physics
Students will learn how a laser is made and how it is working.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Knowledge of basics in geometric and physical optics (specific courses that are supposed to be given during 1st and 2nd Bachelor)
Laser physics
Knowledge of basics in physical optics and quantum mechanics (Bachelor degree)
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
The personal project that is required can cover any sub section of the course (A and C). One a single project is requested.
Coherent optics and lasers applications
In addition to the academic lectures,
15 h (mandatory and taking part of the evaluation process):
Laboratory sessions: to be defined based on the number of students
Seminar - open discussion with Researchers and Engineers from regional Industries/Research centers (optics, optoelectronics, and lasers related)
Personal Project: bibliographic analysis of a specific field in advanced photonics and lasers.
Laser physics
In addition to the academic lectures,
5 h (mandatory and taking part of the evaluation process):
Laboratory sessions: laser and holographic techniques understanding
Visits of Laboratories and Industries at Liege area (optics and lasers related)
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Theory: 10h in class room
during the 1st period (Thursday morning)
Labs: 15h
during the 1st period (dates to be fixed depending on student and supervisory staff availabilities)
Laser physics
Theory: 5h in class room
during the 1st period (to be negociated upon availabilities of everyone)
Labs: 5h
during the 1st period (dates to be fixed depending on student and supervisory staff availabilities)
Recommended or required readings
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Copy of slides (pdf) to be downloaded by the students
Reference Books:
- "Optics", E. HECHT, Pearson Education (4e ed) - ISBN-10: 0805385665
- "Optique géométrique et ondulatoire", J.P. PEREZ, éd. Masson (4e éd et suivantes) - 551 pages.
- "Handbook of Applied Photometry", C. DECUSATIS ed., Springer (1997) - 461 pages
Laser physics
Copy of slides (pdf) to be downloaded by the students
Reference Books:
- "Optics", E. HECHT, Pearson Education (4e ed) - ISBN-10: 0805385665
- "Optique géométrique et ondulatoire", J.P. PEREZ, éd. Masson (4e éd et suivantes) - 551 pages.
- "Handbook of Applied Photometry", C. DECUSATIS ed., Springer (1997) - 461 pages
Assessment methods and criteria
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Labs reports are evaluated.
An exam is organized in January (1st session).
Checking of physical concept understanding is the baseline of the examination. Written and oral exams are combined.
According to the "paysage" decree, the certification is validated from a notation = 10/20.
Laser physics
Labs are quoted.
An exam is organized in January (1st session).
Checking of physical concept understanding is the baseline of the examination.
Written and oral exams are combined.
According to the "paysage" decree, the certification is validated from a notation = 10/20.
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Coherent optics and lasers applications
We are very open to host students for research project or internship, including project in collaboration with the Space Center of Liege
Laser physics
We are very open to host students for research projects or internship, including in collaboration with the Space Center of Liege.
Contacts
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Professor: Serge HABRAKEN, Physics Institute, B5a - Sart Tilman, Tél: 04/366.36.49, e-mail: shabraken@uliege.be
Secretary: Mrs. Christine Renson, Tél: 04/366.36.14
Assistant: Victor Laborde
Laser physics
Professor: Serge HABRAKEN, Physics Institute, B5a - Sart Tilman, Tel: 04/366.36.49, e-mail: shabraken@uliege.be
Secretary: Mrs. Christine Renson, Tel: 04/366.36.14
Adaptation of teaching commitments following the COVID-19 pandemic for the May-June 2020 session
Teaching methods implemented : distance-learning
Assessment subjects
Assessment methods
Contacts
Adaptation of teaching commitments following the COVID-19 pandemic for the Aug-Sept 2020 session
Assessment subjects
See the learning content from each sub section of the course
PHY0048 A and C
Coherent optics and lasers applications
A remotely organized exam is mandatory for that 2nd session.
The goal is to evaluate the understanding of basic concepts.
All the pedagogic supports are concerned.
Laser physics
A remotely organized exam is mandatory for that 2nd session.
The goal is to evaluate the understanding of basic concepts.
All the pedagogic supports are concerned.
Assessment methods
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Coherent optics and lasers applications
A personal report directly related to the course content will be requested and will be part of the evaluation.
The second part of that evaluation will consist in an oral exam. The report will be presented and discussed. Another question will be randomly selected from the question list that was distributed at Xmas 2019.
Laser physics
A personal report directly related to the course content will be requested and will be part of the evaluation.
The second part of that evaluation will consist in an oral exam. The report will be presented and discussed. Another question will be randomly selected from the question list that was distributed at Xmas 2019.
Contacts
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Coherent optics and lasers applications
Prof. S. Habraken
shabraken@uliege.be
Laser physics
Prof. S. Habraken
shabraken@uliege.be
Items online
Coherent optics and lasers applications
Course planning
Detailled schedule
Additional slides
Find the slides related to the course "Instrumental Optics I" and "Coherent & incoherent optics" part II.
Laser physics
Slides related to LASER
Copy of slides