Laser Technology
Module EI0627
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of SS 2017 (current)
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | ||
|---|---|---|
| SS 2017 | WS 2015/6 | SS 2014 |
Basic Information
EI0627 is a semester module in English language at Bachelor’s level which is offered in summer semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Further Modules from Other Disciplines
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 60 h | 5 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
The module introduces the fundamental principles of lasers, and discusses the various types of lasers as well as applications.
- Absorption, spontaneous emission and stimulated emission
- Laser oscillator
- Solid-state/fiber lasers, gas lasers, liquid dye lasers, semiconductor lasers
- Pulsed lasers, mode locking
- Applications
- Absorption, spontaneous emission and stimulated emission
- Laser oscillator
- Solid-state/fiber lasers, gas lasers, liquid dye lasers, semiconductor lasers
- Pulsed lasers, mode locking
- Applications
Learning Outcome
The students at the end of the module
- developed an understanding of the fundamental principles of lasers
- know different types of lasers
- know basics of laser design
- understand applications for Lasers
- developed an understanding of the fundamental principles of lasers
- know different types of lasers
- know basics of laser design
- understand applications for Lasers
Preconditions
Basic knowledge in physics, electronic devices
These modules should be successfully completed before participating:
- Physics for electrical engineers
- Electronic devices
These modules should be successfully completed before participating:
- Physics for electrical engineers
- Electronic devices
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VI | 4 | Laser Technology | Jirauschek, C. Riesch, M. Schmidt, M. |
Wed, 13:15–16:30, N1812 |
Learning and Teaching Methods
In addition to the individual learning methods of the student, an improved understanding is targeted by performing exercises in individual and group work.
As teaching methods, direct instruction/lecturing is used in the lectures, while the exercises are based on interactive teaching (calculating exercises). The practical course will provide hands-on experience.
As teaching methods, direct instruction/lecturing is used in the lectures, while the exercises are based on interactive teaching (calculating exercises). The practical course will provide hands-on experience.
Media
The following media forms are used:
- Presentations
- Class material
- Exercises (solutions available for download on the Internet)
- Presentations
- Class material
- Exercises (solutions available for download on the Internet)
Literature
Recommended literature:
- Class material
- A. Siegman: Lasers
- Class material
- A. Siegman: Lasers
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam students show their understanding of the working principle of different lasers and applications based on several general questions and a discussion with the lecturer on possible answers.
Exam Repetition
There is a possibility to take the exam in the following semester.