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  Course Description
Course Name : Linear and nonlinear optic

Course Code : FK-643

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. SÜLEYMAN ÇABUK
Assoc.Prof.Dr. SÜLEYMAN ÇABUK

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Interprets Maxwell equations as the fundamental equations of optics
Explains how absoption, refrection, reflection and interference occur as a result of the interaction of light with the matter.
Knows the difference between linear and non-linear optical events.
Explains non-linear optical events.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : It is aimed to teach the basic concepts and principles of crystal lattice dynamics, examination of the phonon spectrum of some simple crystal systems.

Course Contents : Microscopic and macroscopic properties od solids; physical and thermodynamic properties of crystals; classical model of lattice vibrations; quantum theory of crystal vibrational modes ; dynamic equations; Grüneisen parameters; Einstein and Debye models; force constants and Hellmann-Feynman forces; linear responce approximation; phonon band structure; infrared and Raman spectroscopy; phonon dispersion curves; phonon scattering and electron-phonon interaction.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Lecture halls of faculty


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 The nature of light Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
2 Classification of optiical processes optical coefficients and optical materials Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
3 Characteristic optical physics in the solid state Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
4 Classical propagation Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
5 Interband absorption Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
6 Optical properties of solids over a wide frequency range Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
7 Modulation of ligth Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
8 Mid-term Exam Written Exam
9 Measurement of the optical properties Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
10 Introduction to nonlinear optics Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
11 Nonlinear susceptibility Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
12 Maxwell´s equation in nonlinear media Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
13 Pockels effect and related phenomena Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
14 Second harmonic generation Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
15 Quantum-mechanical theory of the nonlinear optical susceptibility Read the relevant chapter in the book Lecture and discussion
16/17 Final Exam Final Exam Written Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Nonlinear Optics, E. G. Sauter, A wiley-Interscience Publication, -1996.
 Optical Properties of Solids, Mark Fox, Oxford master series in condensed matter physics, 2001.
 Nonlinear Optics, Robert W. Boyd, Academic Press Inc., -1992.
 Nonlinear Optics and Optical Physics, Iam-Choon Khoo, Juan Francesco Lam, Francesco Simoni, World Scientific-1994.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 14 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. 5
2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 4
3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 4
4 Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. 4
5 Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. 4
6 Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. 3
7 Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . 3
8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 3
9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 3
10 Systematically transfer the current developments in the field of physics and his/her work to the person in physics field or outside of the field by supporting qualitative and quantitative data. 4
11 Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. 3
12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 1
13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 3
14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 4
15 Develop strategies, policies and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of physics and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 4
16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 4
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 4 56
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 1 14
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
    Final Exam 1 15 15
Total Workload: 142
Total Workload / 25 (h): 5.68
ECTS Credit: 6