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Quantum Optics, 7.5 credits

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Course content

Quantized electromagnetic waves, called photons, are central for basic physical effects such as heat radiation or the spontaneous emission of light. Moreover, the quantum coherence between photons has confirmed the most astonishing predictions of quantum mechanics. This also revolutionized cryptography and sensing with high precision. The aim of the course is to develop the underlying theory and to provide in-depth knowledge on the interaction of photons with material, where applications in quantum technology are emphasized.

General information

Course codes: FYST83 (Science faculty), FMFN30 (LTH), NFY018F (PhD)
Semester: spring
Study period: first
Level: second cycle
Language: English
Forms of teaching: lectures, laboratory sessions and exercises sessions
Assessment: written examination, mandatory hand-in exercises, and written lab reports

The course is an elective second-cycle course for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics. It can be also taken as a course within the PhD education (NFY018F).

This course is part of the specializations Quantum technology and Theoretical Physics within the program Teknisk Fysik at LTH.

This course is an alternative obligatory course within the Master Programme in Physics - Quantum Science and Technology (starting HT2025) at Science faculty.

Syllabus

Read the syllabus on Lund University's central website:

FYST83 syllabus on lu.se (in English)
FYST83 syllabus on lu.se (in Swedish).
FMFN30 syllabus on lth.se

Course literature

We will use the following textbook, electronically available via Lund University: C.C. Gerry and P.L. Knight: Introduction to Quantum Optics, 2nd edition (Cambridge University Press 2023)

However, it is always better to work with real copies: Introductory Quantum Optics - Christopher C Gerry/ Peter L Knight - Hitta bästa pris - Bok 9781009463614

Course coordinator

Andreas Wacker, andreas.wacker@fysik.lu.se

Schedule

The schedule for the course can be found on the schedule software TimeEdit:

Entry requirements

Science faculty

Admission to the course requires 75 credits in physics and 45 credits in mathematics, or a scientific Degree of Bachelor of Science – in both cases including knowledge equivalent to:

Physics: Basic Quantum Mechanics, 7.5 credits (FYSB22)
Physics: Electromagnetism, 7.5 credits (FYSC20)
Physics: Atomic and Molecular Physics, 7.5 credits (FYSB24)

In addition English 6/B is required, and knowledge equivalent to FMFN01/FYSN27 Physics: Quantum Mechanics, 7.5 credits.

LTH

Assumed prior knowledge: Knowledge in quantum mechanics corresponding to the content of FMFN01 Quantum Mechanics, Advanced Course 1.

Application

Science faculty

Read more about the course and how to apply via below links. Please note: to see if the course is open for application, always check the Swedish web page.

Read about the course FYST83 on Lund University's central website (in English).
Read about the course FYST83 on Lund University's central website (in Swedish).

For non-Swedish speakers, please refer to below instructions in order to apply to the course.

Instructions in English for applying to programmes and courses (pdf, 791 kB).

LTH

Apply for the course via Course application at LTH.

Doctoral studies

Sign up for the course by contacting course responsible and forskarutbildning@fysik.lu.se. (Remember that you need to have the course listed in your individual study plan, ISP, or approved by your supervisor to have it counted towards your exam.)

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