PHYS 609 - Modern Optics

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Geometrical optics: matrix representation of Gaussian optics, optical instruments and aberrations. Wave properties of light: interference, coherence, Michelson interferometer. Fourier optics: diffraction theories, theory of image formation and optical transfer functions holography. Crystal optics: polarization, double refraction, Jones calculus, dielectric tensors, optical activities, electro- and magneto-optical effects and second harmonic generation.
When Offered: (Fall)