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Quantum Optics, 7.5 credits

given by the Department of Physics.

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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.

The course is an elective second-cycle course for a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics.

General information

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
Course codes: FYST83 (Science faculty), FMFN30 (LTH)

Syllabus

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Course literature

To be added.

Course coordinator

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

Schedule

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Entry requirements

Science faculty

Admission to the course requires 75 credits in physics and 45 credits in mathematics, or a scientific or 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 studentadministration@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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