Laser Physics & Quantum Optics (PHYS4055)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2020
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Flexible Delivery
Class hours
2L 2T
Incompatible
PHYS7055
Prerequisite
PHYS2055 + PHYS3040
Companion
PHYS3020
Restricted
Restricted to BSc(Hons) & BAdvSc(Hons) students only. Permission of Head of School required.
Assessment methods
Assignment, Reports, Oral presentation, Examination
Course enquiries
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course provides an introduction to the physics of lasers, atom-light interactions, and the quantization of the electromagnetic field. The implications for the conceptual foundations of quantum mechanics and nonclassical effects which arise will be considered.
