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Research School of Physics · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course builds on the basic knowledge of both fundamental physics and state-of-the-art technologies for optoelectronic components and fibre optics, in order to understand their important applications in optical communications and energy conversions that influence our society and everyday life. The course will include the introductions to various physical processes for optical transitions, operation principles of key optoelectronic devices including lasers, photodetectors, modulators and solar cells, functionalities of optical interconnect and signal transmission as well as the basic design consideration for on-chip optical processor and optoelectronic integrated circuits.
Two Assignments (10% each)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Lab reports 1-3
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Lab report 4
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4
Group Assignment
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 7
Group Project
Learning outcomes 5, 6, 7
Final Exam
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: • Face-to face component which may consist of 3 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial per week. • Approximately 82 hours of self directed study which will include preparation for lectures, lab work and other assessment tasks.
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