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Rensselaer Catalog 2016-2017 [Archived Catalog]

PHYS 6810 - Nonlinear and Quantum Optics

Theoretical framework for analysis of wave propagation in nonlinear media. Classical and quantum theory of nonlinear response. Multi-wave mixing, including second-harmonic generation, optical phase conjugation and optical bistability. Quantization of the electromagnetic field and quantum stochastic processes in atom-field interactions. Applications to amplifiers, lasers, resonance fluorescence, and squeezed state generation. Quantum theory of measurements.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: PHYS 6510.

When Offered: Consult department about when offered.



Credit Hours: 3