ENG EC 570 - LasersPrereq

Institution:

Boston University

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CAS PY 313. Review of wave optics. Gaussian and Hermite-Gaussian optical beams. Planar- and spherical-mirror resonators. Photon streams. Absorption, spontaneous emission, and stimulated emission. Laser amplification and gain saturation. Laser oscillation; pulsed lasers. Photon interactions in semiconductors. LEDs and semiconductor injection lasers. Photon detectors. Laboratory experiments: beams; divergence and collimation; electroluminescence; semiconductor injection lasers. 4 cr.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bu.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 353-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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