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PHOE 160 - Introduction to Optics

(2 credits)
Corequisite: PHOE 160L
Students will develop advanced experience with lasers, optics and optical systems that are commonplace for the photonics and optical technician based on SPIE Photonics publications. Laser fundamentals, safety and operation will be covered along with basics of geometric and wave optics theory. Optical system set up, including alignment, interferometers and test and measurement (component and system characterization) will also be covered. One hour of lecture and two hours of laboratory weekly. Offered spring semester.