University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students

This module provides an introduction to the basic physics underpinning optoelectronics and nonlinear optics, and its applications including displays and communications. The syllabus consists of: an overview of optoelectronic devices and systems; displays - types of display, liquid crystal displays, organic semiconductors and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays; nonlinear optics - propagation of light in anisotropic media, coupled wave equations; second harmonic generation; phase matching; and electro-optic modulators; fibres and telecommunications including modes of planar waveguides, factors limiting data transmission rates and detectors.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass PH3007 and ( pass PH3081 or pass PH3082 ) or ( pass MT2506 and pass MT2507 )

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 lectures or tutorials

Scheduled learning hours: 30

Guided independent study hours: 120

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 100%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%

Re-assessment: Oral Re-assessment, capped at grade 7

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor I D W Samuel

Additional information from school

To be confirmed