Course: Lasers

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Course title Lasers
Course code OPT/L
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Exercise
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 3
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 5
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Petráš František, RNDr.
Course content
1.Introduction, basic terms and definitions 2.Oscillation and generation of electromagnetic radiation in general 3.Active matter - pumping and emission of radiation 4.Solid lasers 5.Gaseous lasers 6.Semiconducting lasers 7.Generation of radiation in semiconductors, energy bands 8.PN junction, hetero-junction 9.Mechanisms of activation of radiation in semiconductors - types of injections, luminescence 10.Radiation diagram, spectrum 11.Impedance of semiconducting lasers, applications

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture
Learning outcomes
The course deals with the problem of lasers in terms of their principles, technical parameters and characteristics.
The students get an idea and knowledge of the general physical principles of laser functions and they are able to utilize theoretical knowledge in laser application in laboratory.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of quantum physics and electronics.

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam

The students are required to demonstrate knowledge of laser physics and laser applications.
Recommended literature
  • Haken, H. (1987). Kvantovopoľová teória tuhých látok. ALFA, Bratislava.
  • Horák Z., Krupka J. (1981). Praktická fyzika. SNTL Praha.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Digital and Instrument Optics (2019) Category: Physics courses 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter