Quantum Optics
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Overview
Subject area
PHYS
Catalog Number
82900
Course Title
Quantum Optics
Department(s)
Description
The course is concerned with the quantum theory of light including the classical-like coherent states of light and various forms of non-classical states such as quadrature squeezed states and sub-Poissonian states of light, entangled states of light, and the interaction of light in such states with matter. Also discussed are the quantum mechanical descriptions of beam splitters and interferometers, nonlinear optical processes, fundamental tests of quantum mechanics (Bell’s inequalities) and applications to quantum information processing.
Typically Offered
Offer as needed
Academic Career
Graduate School Graduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
030883