Quantum Optics

Instance: 2017/2018 - 1S

Cycles of Study/Courses

Teaching language

Objectives

The main objective of this curricular unit is to equip students with the concepts and scientific foundations of the Quantum Optics, as well as to develop their technical, formal and fundamental skills in critical analysis and problem solving in this area, to support the knowledge and skills that To acquire in more advanced future curricular units and / or research works here or in other related fields. Hence several other objectives,

• Promote a link between the knowledge and principles of the Quantum Optics with other areas of Science and Physical Engineering, its framing in an integrated vision of Physics and Modern Sciences and its technological applications.

• To know a general structure of the quantum theory of light and the interaction between light and matter, with particular emphasis on its fundamental principles and laws;

• Operate a mathematical formulation and calculation methods in Quantum Optics, with emphasis on those that are associated with operator algebra and second quantization;

• Be able to establish a relationship between the conceptual and formal models of the theory of the Quantum Optics and experimental work in Optics, although an elementary element.

• Develop an intuition and critical scientific spirit;

• Provide as knowledge bases and skills to carry out studies for the power to pursue their studies in more advanced areas of knowledge.



In addition to the technical and scientific aspects, this curricular level should also contribute to the increase of student culture in Physics, Engineering and Science.



In addition to the general objectives, it is intended that, for the students to have approval in the curricular unit, they fulfill the following minimum learning goals:



• to know the most relevant fundamentals, techniques and results of quantum theory of light;

• be able to use as technical and formal tools for discipline in problem solving and model building;

• be able to identify the conditions and validity domains of the models;

• Be able to identify and evaluate the most relevant current research applications and topics in Quantum Optics.

Learning outcomes and competences

1. Knowing the basics of classical theory of light. 2. Being able to use the tools and techniques formal theory of this discipline in solving problems and building models. 3. Being able to identify the limitations and domains of validity of the models.

Working method

Pre-requirements (prior knowledge) and co-requirements (common knowledge)

Program

1. Introduction to Quantum Optics; 2. Semi-classical theory of interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter; 3. Quantum properties of electromagnetic radiation; 4. Quantum models of the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter; 5. Fluctuations and dissipation in open quantum systems; 6. Optical systems; 7. Advanced topics.

Mandatory literature

Teaching methods and learning activities

The curricular unit of Quantum Optics is an option curricular unit that is integrated in the 4th or 5th of the Master course integrated in Physical Engineering or in the 1st or 2nd year of the Master's degree in Physics. Therefore, its frequency presupposes knowledge of Linear Algebra and General Mathematics, as well as of Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Electrodynamics, which are subjects approached at the level of a first cycle of studies in Physical, Physical and Mathematical Engineering.

Evaluation Type

Assessment Components

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

Eligibility for exams

For often, students have to attend about 2/3 the lessons, as well as deliver all grading elements.

Calculation formula of final grade

The evaluation of this Curricular Unit follows a scheme that simultaneously integrates continuous evaluation and final exam.

Continuous assessment consists of two tests: the first test is conducted face-to-face and focuses on more formal and technical aspects covering the contents of the first five chapters; The second test is conducted at home with consultation and over a 48-hour period and seeks to assess students' ability to combine knowledge of the various chapters, performing some research on the subject, and using simulation or numerical calculation tools to construct A small model that describes a situation or solves a problem or problems of quantum optics. Each of the tests is worth 30% of the final grade. Also part of this component is the realization of a small synthesis work to be presented in the last classes, which is also worth 30% of the final grade.

Students can also choose to take only a final exam that is worth 90% of the final grade. In the case of the continuous assessment, in the case of the final exam evaluation, the remaining 10% of the final grade is attributed by the teacher taking into account the participation throughout the classes and an overall evaluation of the student's work, which allows an adjustment , In general fine, of the classifications obtained by the students in the various tests. Of course, the jury of the curricular unit still reserves the right to call students to take a complementary test whenever it deems it appropriate.

Examinations or Special Assignments

In a regime of continuous assessment exercises will be conducted weekly, corresponding to a chip problem, which follows a delivery deadline and whose implementation is done outside of class. The final work meets the above conditions, with the specific topic for each student.

Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)

As set forth in the "Final Grade Calculation Formula", students may make grade improvement by performing final exams that replace continuous assessment.

Classification improvement

As set forth in the "Final Grade Calculation Formula", students may make grade improvement by performing final exams that replace continuous assessment.

Observations

Comments: 1) The assessment of students by teachers during class lectures and practice allows you to make an adjustment, usually thin, of the final grade. 2) The discipline panel also reserves the right to call students to conduct an oral examination whenever it is deemed appropriate. 3) The tests have a maximum duration of 2 hour and consist of one to three problems. 4) Any situation not covered in this regulation of discipline shall be informed to teachers during the first two weeks of classes or, if that would result from events occurring thereafter, should be communicated to the teacher up to a week after the facts that support it.

5) Student workers and associative leaders can deliver 
continuous assessment work up to the first exam data, 
or some other date agreed with the teacher.