| Title: |
PHYS 246, Physical Optics |
| Institution: |
University of Waterloo, Canada |
Level: |
Degree. |
Description: |
| Nature of light, wave motion, superposition of waves, interference of light, Fraunhofer diffraction and resolution limit of optical instruments; the diffraction grating and the analysis of light. Fresnel diffraction. Polarized light. Thermal Radiation. |
Assessment may include:
Assignments, examinations. |
|
Entry requirements: |
| First year physics and calculus. |
Programmes in which this course may be included: |
| Bachelor of Science. |
Languages: |
English |
Media and methods employed:
Printed text, tutorial support. |
|
Administrative information: |
| This is a 0.5 credit course to be completed in one term (13 weeks). Total of 12-15 hours of study are required per week. |
Classification: |
070430 PHYSICS
|
| Date: |
17 March 1999 bb
Source: 1998-99 Distance Education Calendar
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