TEL 511 - Quantum Electronics and Laser Theory

Course Objectives

I- To learn the basic concepts of quantum mechanics.
II- To investigate the laser sources.
III- To investigate the optical wave amplification and modulation.
IV- To investigate the optical wave transmission, laser wave usage in various communication medium and other areas

Course Description

Basic concepts of quantum mechanics.
Solution of the Schrödinger Equation.
Elektromagnetic fields and their quantization.
The theory of laser operation.
Some specific laser systems.
The modulation of optical radiation.
Parametric amplification, oscillation.
Q-Switching and mode locking of lasers.
Optical detection.
Holography, remote sensing applications of lasers – Lidars.