Syllabus ( NANO 615 )
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Basic information
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| Course title: |
Nanophotonics |
| Course code: |
NANO 615 |
| Lecturer: |
Assist. Prof. S. Çiğdem YORULMAZ
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| ECTS credits: |
7.5 |
| GTU credits: |
3 (3+0+0) |
| Year, Semester: |
2017-2018, Fall and Spring |
| Level of course: |
Second Cycle (Master's) |
| Type of course: |
Area Elective
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| Language of instruction: |
English
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| Mode of delivery: |
Face to face
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| Pre- and co-requisites: |
Quantum mechanics, Electromagnetic Theory, Optics, Semiconductor Physics |
| Professional practice: |
No |
| Purpose of the course: |
The purpose of this course is to establish a background on nanostructures and interaction between light and matter and to leverage the student level to easily follow the research on nanophotonics. This course is mainly composed of the following topics: Light confinement and propagation, quantum dots, photonic crystals,and plasmonics and related devices. |
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Learning outcomes
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Upon completion of this course, student will be capable of following the research and easily understand it. Can do scientific research in this field.
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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To gain in-depth knowledge and experience about basic concepts and methods in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
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To be able to closely follow the industrial studies about nanoscience and nanotechnology in the world and in our country.
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To follow the scientific publications in the field of nanotechnology and have an idea about the researches
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Acquire scientific knowledge.
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Design and conduct independent research projects.
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Work effectively in multidisciplinary research teams.
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Find out new ways to improve current knowledge.
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To understand the basic principles and applications of new tools and / or software required for thesis work.
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Be aware of the importance of nanoscience and nanoengineering in understanding the working principles of the new generation nano devices.
Method of assessment
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Written exam
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Homework assignment
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Seminar/presentation
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To understand the research in this field easily
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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To gain in-depth knowledge and experience about basic concepts and methods in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
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To follow the scientific publications in the field of nanotechnology and have an idea about the researches
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Acquire scientific knowledge.
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Design and conduct independent research projects.
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Find out new ways to improve current knowledge.
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To understand the basic principles and applications of new tools and / or software required for thesis work.
Method of assessment
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Written exam
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Homework assignment
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Seminar/presentation
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To be able do research on nanophotonics
Contribution to Program Outcomes
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To gain in-depth knowledge and experience about basic concepts and methods in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
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To be knowledgeable and practical about the production and characterization techniques of materials and devices in nano scale.
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To follow the scientific publications in the field of nanotechnology and have an idea about the researches
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Acquire scientific knowledge.
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Develop an awareness of continuous learning in relation with modern technology
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To understand the basic principles and applications of new tools and / or software required for thesis work.
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Present and defence the research outcomes at seminars and conferences
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Be aware of the importance of nanoscience and nanoengineering in understanding the working principles of the new generation nano devices.
Method of assessment
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Written exam
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Homework assignment
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Seminar/presentation
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Contents
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| Week 1: |
Ray optics |
| Week 2: |
Ray optics |
| Week 3: |
Wave optics, HW1 |
| Week 4: |
Wave optics |
| Week 5: |
Fourier optics, HW2 |
| Week 6: |
Fourier optics |
| Week 7: |
Electromagnetic optics, HW3 |
| Week 8: |
Electromagnetic optics |
| Week 9: |
Resonator optics, HW4, Midterm Exam |
| Week 10: |
Resonator optics |
| Week 11: |
Semiconductor optics, HW5 |
| Week 12: |
Semiconductor optics |
| Week 13: |
Photonic crystals, HW6 |
| Week 14: |
Photonic crystals |
| Week 15*: |
Plasmonics, HW7 |
| Week 16*: |
Plasmonics, HW8 |
| Textbooks and materials: |
Fundamentals of Photonics Photonics B.E.A.SAleh, M. C. Teich |
| Recommended readings: |
Any Semiconductor physics textbook and optics textbook |
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* Between 15th and 16th weeks is there a free week for students to prepare for final exam.
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Assessment
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| Method of assessment |
Week number |
Weight (%) |
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| Mid-terms: |
1 Midterm |
20 |
| Other in-term studies: |
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0 |
| Project: |
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0 |
| Homework: |
Homeworks |
50 |
| Quiz: |
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0 |
| Final exam: |
Final exam |
30 |
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Total weight: |
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Workload
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| Activity |
Duration (Hours per week) |
Total number of weeks |
Total hours in term |
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| Courses (Face-to-face teaching): |
3 |
16 |
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| Own studies outside class: |
4 |
16 |
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| Practice, Recitation: |
3 |
16 |
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| Homework: |
1 |
16 |
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| Term project: |
0 |
0 |
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| Term project presentation: |
2 |
1 |
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| Quiz: |
1 |
2 |
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| Own study for mid-term exam: |
0 |
0 |
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| Mid-term: |
2 |
1 |
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| Personal studies for final exam: |
0 |
0 |
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| Final exam: |
2 |
1 |
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Total workload: |
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Total ECTS credits: |
* |
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* ECTS credit is calculated by dividing total workload by 25.
(1 ECTS = 25 work hours)
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