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Optoelectronics, 6 credits
Optoelektronik, 6 hp
TFYA38
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering Applied Physics PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Wei-Xin NiDirector of studies or equivalent
Magnus BomanEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 48 hRecommended self-study hours: 112 h
Available for exchange students
YesECV = Elective / Compulsory / Voluntary
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleAdvancement level
A1XCourse offered for
- Master's Programme in Biomedical Engineering
- Master's Programme in Physics and Nanoscience
- Master's Programme in Materials Science and Nanotechnology
- Physics, Bachelor´s Programme
- Electronics Design Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering - International, M Sc in Engineering
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
Entry requirements
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in modern physics or nanotechnology.
Intended learning outcomes
The overall aim of this course is to give fundamental knowledge of optoelectronic devices and fiber optics in order to be able to understand present and future technologies for applications in optical communications, sensor/imaging techniques, as well as energy conversion that has found renewed interest recently due to world-wide demands of energy saving and new energy production. After completing this course, students are expected to do the following:
- Know various physical processes of optoelectronic transitions, and be able to employ basic relations between material optical properties and devices in optoelectronics.
- Define the principles of functioning of most important optoelectronic devices.
- Explain and implement the equations, which determine main characteristics of optoelectronic devices and optical fibers.
- Apply the knowledge of different optoelectronic components to solve problems mainly in the physics and technical areas.
- Analyze operational modes of photonic devices, in order to select suitable type for given applications.
- Understand the interconnections between device design, mode of operation and characteristics, and the overall efficiency of optoelectronic devices and signal transmission.
- Calculate parameters and design simple systems for optical communication or energy conversion
Course content
- Physics fundamentals
- Electromagnetic wave physics, optics, Maxwell and Fresenel equations
- Quantum mechanical physics, semiconductors, Einstein relations
- Electron–photon processes
- Carrier radiative recombination and light-emitting-devices (LED)
- Stimulated processes, lasing mechanism, and modes
- Semiconductor laser
- Photon–electron processes
- Photoconductivity and detectors
- Imaging sensors
- Photovoltaic effect and solar cells
- Photon–photon processes and integration
- Electromagnetic wave propagation, waveguide, and fiber optics
- Light polarization and modulation
- Optical systems for communication
- Photonic lattice and other low-dimensional materials for optoelectronic applications
- Complement technologies and future outlook
- Organic and molecular optoelectronics
- Terahertz photonics
- Display technology
- Impact from nanotechnology - new think, materials, and other perspectives
Teaching and working methods
The course will be given in the form of lectures, problem solving classes, as well as laboratory experiments in small groups. Home-assignments are also included.
Examination
| KTR1 | Quiz tests | 0 credits | U, G |
| UPG1 | Homework assignments | 1 credits | U, G |
| LAB2 | Laboratory work | 1 credits | U, G |
| TEN2 | A written examination | 4 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
The exam controls the students ability to solve numerical problems and perform calculations for the design of components.
The laboratory work gives the student training in practical testing of optoelectronic components.
Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Department
Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologiDirector of Studies or equivalent
Magnus BomanExaminer
Wei-Xin NiCourse website and other links
http://www.ifm.liu.se/undergrad/fysikgtu/coursepage.html?selection=all&sort=kkEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 48 hRecommended self-study hours: 112 h
Course literature
S.O. Kasap: "Optoelectronics and Photonics",ISBN 0-201-61087-6; 2001, Prentice-Hall, Inc., New Jersey. Alternativ: P. Bhattacharya: "Semiconductor Optoelectronic Devices" (Prentice Hall) Laborationshandledningar (2 st) kan laddas ner från kursens hemsida.| Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTR1 | Quiz tests | 0 credits | U, G |
| UPG1 | Homework assignments | 1 credits | U, G |
| LAB2 | Laboratory work | 1 credits | U, G |
| TEN2 | A written examination | 4 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
The exam controls the students ability to solve numerical problems and perform calculations for the design of components.
The laboratory work gives the student training in practical testing of optoelectronic components.
S.O. Kasap: "Optoelectronics and Photonics",ISBN 0-201-61087-6; 2001, Prentice-Hall, Inc., New Jersey. Alternativ: P. Bhattacharya: "Semiconductor Optoelectronic Devices" (Prentice Hall) Laborationshandledningar (2 st) kan laddas ner från kursens hemsida.
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
I = Introduce, U = Teach, A = Utilize
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| 1.2 Fundamental engineering knowledge (G1X level) |
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| 1.3 Further knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural science (G2X level) |
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| 1.4 Advanced knowledge, methods, and tools in one or several subjects in engineering or natural sciences (A1X level) |
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| 1.5 Insight into current research and development work |
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| 2. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES | ||||||
| 2.1 Analytical reasoning and problem solving |
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| 2.2 Experimentation, investigation, and knowledge discovery |
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| 2.3 System thinking |
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| 2.4 Attitudes, thought, and learning |
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| 2.5 Ethics, equity, and other responsibilities |
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| 3. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: TEAMWORK AND COMMUNICATION | ||||||
| 3.1 Teamwork |
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| 3.2 Communications |
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| 3.3 Communication in foreign languages |
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| 4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
| 4.1 External, societal, and environmental context |
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| 4.2 Enterprise and business context |
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| 4.3 Conceiving, system engineering and management |
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| 4.4 Designing |
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| 4.5 Implementing |
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| 4.6 Operating |
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| 5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
| 5.1 Societal conditions, including economic, social, and ecological aspects of sustainable development for knowledge development |
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| 5.2 Economic conditions for knowledge development |
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| 5.3 Identification of needs, structuring and planning of research or development projects |
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| 5.4 Execution of research or development projects |
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| 5.5 Presentation and evaluation of research or development projects |
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