PHY 472 - Geometrical and Fourier Optics

Covers geometrical optics, refraction and reflection at plane and spherical surfaces, optical instruments; Fourier optics, interference of waves and diffraction by a single and a double aperture; Lasers - theory of their operation, mode locking and pulse formation. Rec 3.

General Education Requirements:

Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in either PHY 112 or PHY 122.

Corequisites: MAT 228

Course Typically Offered: Fall

Credits: 3