Physics 406 - Optics

Institution:

Adrian College

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Description:

Lenses and mirrors: Image formation, design, aberrations, and stops, optical systems. Wave optics: Interference, diffraction, polarization, Fourier transform spectroscopy, holography. Quantum optics: atomic spectra, lasers. Three lectures and one 3-hour laboratory per week. (Prerequisites: Physics 206 and Mathematics 215 or 305.) Offered as needed.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.adrian.edu

Phone Number:

(517) 265-5161

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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