OD 105 - Principles of Optics I

Institution:

CUNY New York City College of Technology

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Description:

3 cl hrs, 3 cr A study of the basic concepts and principles of light, physical characteristics and geometric properties of optics, rectilinear propagation of light and shadows, reflection of light at planes and spherical surfaces, effect of prism on the transmission and deviation of light and thin lens design theory and application will be covered. Prerequisite: CUNY certification in reading, writing and mathematics; corequisite: MAT 1180/MA 180, or equivalent * Credit by examination available for this course with department approval required

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.citytech.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(718) 260-5500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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