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ECSE 4370 - Fundamentals of Optoelectronics Technology

The nature of optics, physics, and operation principles of optoelectronic devices and systems for communication, display, lighting, and computing. Topics include optics fundamentals, optical cavity, waveguides and fibers, light emitting diodes, laser diodes, photodetectors, solar cells, liquid crystal, birefringent materials, properties and devices, modulators and optical display. Several complex optoelectronic systems will also be used.

Prerequisite: ECSE 2210  or ECSE 2050  or PHYS 2620  or equivalent 

When Offered: SPRING TERM ANNUALLY

Co-Listed: ECSE 6370  

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3

Contact, Lecture or Lab Hours: 3