PHYS 6362 Quantum Optics

This course introduces the student to non-linear optics and the new field of observing quantum effects in small groups of atoms, starting from a few and down to one. Topics include field quantization, emission and absorption of 151 radiation by atoms, nonlinear optics and parametric conversion, non-classical light, optical tests of quantum mechanics, and experiments with trapped atoms.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PHYS 5360 and PHYS 5340 or consent of instructor.

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Physics and Astronomy

Offered

As scheduled