FYSS5402 Quantum Optics (7 cr)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to investigate the quantum properties of the electromagnetic radiation and its interaction with matter with the necessary tools.
Study methods
Discussions, assignments, laboratory work, examination.
Content
Quantization of the electromagnetic field; coherence properties of light (field-coherent, squeezed & generalised-coherent states); electromagnetic field representation (P, Q, Wigner); detection and open quantum systems (input-output formalism, master equation); nonlinear optical phenomena (parametric amplification & squeezing generation); light-matter interaction (resonant fluorescence, lasing, optomechanics); quantum optics and quantum information.
Literature:
| ISBN-number | Author, year of publication, title, publisher |
|---|---|
| D. F. Walls and G. J. Milburn, Quantum Optics |
Assessment criteria
Active participation to the course events is expected. The final grade is based on a final exam (75 %) and exercise sessions/reviews (25 %). To pass the course students need to have a final score of 60 %.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites are that students are able to describe and analyze quantum many-body systems using second quantization formalism.