M2049000
2 Physics: Optics
Optical physics is the study of the fundamental properties of light and its interaction with matter. Optics is at the heart
of many of the world's most powerful scientific instruments, enabling, for example, modern telescopes to achieve previously
unimaginable resolution. The course is open to students interested in studying classical optical phenomena such as reflection,
refraction, diffraction and interference, but also in studying the quantum mechanical properties of individual packets of
lights known as photons. Classes 1 to 7 will be conducted by Dr. Aaryashree and classes 8 to 14 will be conducted by Dr. Uma
Maheswari Rajagopalan.
The purpose is to understand the behaviour and properties of light, including its interactions with matter and the construction
and principles of instruments that are used to detect it. Topics covered include the propagation of light, light detection,
polarization, interferometry, diffractometry, lasers and optical instrumentation needed for many areas of research and engineering
fields.
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Goals and objectives |
Course Outcomes |
1. |
Students can understand light propagation and its interaction with matter |
A-1
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2. |
Students can understand how the images formed in an optical system |
A-1
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3. |
Students can understand wave optics by studying the diffraction, interference, polarization, and other phenomena |
A-1
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4. |
Students can obtain knowledge on light sources and optical instrumentation needed for many areas of research and engineering
fields
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A-1
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5. |
Students can get a knowledge of Fourier optics and its application in information processing |
A-1
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Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'
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Quiz, Presentations |
Mid-term |
Final exam |
Total. |
1. |
6% |
7% |
7% |
20% |
2. |
6% |
7% |
7% |
20% |
3. |
6% |
7% |
7% |
20% |
4. |
6% |
7% |
7% |
20% |
5. |
6% |
7% |
7% |
20% |
Total. |
30% |
35% |
35% |
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- Ray Optics I
a. Reflection - Plane Mirror, Spherical Mirrors
b. Refraction: Snell’s Law
- Ray Optics II
a. Total Internal Reflection
b. Introduction to Fiber Optics
c. Lenses
- Wave Optics I
a. Huygens’ Principle
b. Diffraction
c. Refraction
d. Interference
- Wave Optics II
a. Polarization: Application in Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD)
b. Scattering of Light
- Optical Instruments I
a. The Human eye: Corrective lenses
b. Magnifying Glasses, Telescopes, Microscopes
c. Aberrations (Lenses and Mirrors)
d. Resolution
- Optical Instruments II
a. X-Rays and X-Ray Diffraction
b. X-Ray Imaging and Computed Tomography (CT Scan)
- Mid-term exam and discussion on the solutions afterwards
- Dispersion and material properties
- Diffraction and its usage in size measurement
- Interference and its usage in optical coherence tomography
- Lasers and thermal sources
- Fourier transforms
- Experiments on Fourier optics with a liquid crystal phase modulator
- Presentation by students and discussion
Goals and objectives (Other Courses)
A:Fundamental Mechanical Engineering |
B:Advanced Mechanical Engineering |
C:Environment and Materials Engineering |
D:Chemistry and Biotechnology |
E:Electrical Engineering and Robotics |
G:Advanced Electronic Engineering |
F:Information and Communications Engineering |
L:Computer Science and Engineering |
H:Urban Infrastructure and Environment |
Evaluation method and criteria
Evaluation method and criteria |
HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) |
Amount of Time Required |
Quiz, presentation on exercises etc. and midterm exam will contribute to 65% and the final exam contributes to 35% of the
total grade. You need to get 60% or above of the total score of 100% to pass this course.
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Read Power point presentation and textbook |
80分 |
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80分 |
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback |
specific contents about "Other" |
The Others |
Students will be provided with oral feedback at the classroom and also through a written feedback on the assignments collected
through scombz.
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Textbooks and reference materials
Physics, 7th Edition, by Giancoli
Optics, 4th Edition, by E. Hecht, 2002 Pearson Education, Inc.
Knowledge in electromagnetism, waves, and oscillations in physics would be helpful.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
- Classes 1-7: Students are asked to contact through email and make appointments. Email:aarya@sic.shibaura-it.ac.jp
Classes 8-14: Students are asked to contact through email and make appointments. Email:uma@shibaura-it.ac.jp
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
About half of the classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience |
Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
N/A |
N/A |
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
- 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
- 6.CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
- 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
- 8.DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
- 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
- 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
- 13.CLIMATE ACTION
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