This course will cover nano-optical devices and transducers and their applications for manipulating light on the nanoscale. Interaction of light with nano-structures, thin-films, metallic nano-antennas has many potential applications. This course is intended to teach students the principals of nano-optics encountered in different applications. Therefore, this course can be of interest for students in many departments. In addition to homework and exams, individual projects will be assigned to students to apply their new knowledge of nano-optical systems in different applications
Course Content
This course contains; Theoretical foundations,Propagation and focusing of optical fields,Spatial resolution and position accuracy,Nanoscale optical microscopy,Near-field optical probes,Probe-sample distance control,Light emission and optical interactions in nanoscale environments,Quantum emitters,Dipole emission near planar interfaces,Photonic crystals and resonators,Surface plasmons,Forces in confined fields,Fluctuation-induced interactions,Theoretical methods in nano-optics.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Analyze the limitations of classical optical systems.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify existing and emerging applications of nano-optics.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify the theoretical basis for and potential practical applications of surface plasmons.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify the limitations of nano-optical systems for various applications.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E, F
Gain hands-on experience in the modeling and design of simple nano-optical systems.
13, 14, 19, 9
A, E, F
Simulate and analyze nano-optical systems with a full-wave solver (Ansoft/HFSS, Lumerical)
13, 14, 17, 19, 9
A, E, F
Gain hands-on experience in Matlab to analyze diffraction limited systems using ray-tracing.
13, 14, 17, 19, 9
A, E, F
Teaching Methods:
12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 17: Experimental Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Theoretical foundations
2
Propagation and focusing of optical fields
3
Spatial resolution and position accuracy
4
Nanoscale optical microscopy
5
Near-field optical probes
6
Probe-sample distance control
7
Light emission and optical interactions in nanoscale environments
8
Quantum emitters
9
Dipole emission near planar interfaces
10
Photonic crystals and resonators
11
Surface plasmons
12
Forces in confined fields
13
Fluctuation-induced interactions
14
Theoretical methods in nano-optics
Resources
Principles of Nano-Optics (II Edition) by L. Novotny and B. Hecht (Cambridge)
Theory and computation of electromagnetic fields by Jian-Ming Jin (Wiley)
Scattering of electromagnetic waves (vol. 1-3) by L. Tsang, J. A. Kong, K. Ding (Wiley)
Optical properties of photonic crystals by K. Sakoda (Springer)
Introduction to wave scattering and mesoscopic phenomena by P. Sheng (Springer)
Geometry and Light by U. Leonhardt and T. Philbin (Dover)
Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics by Sergio M. Dutra (Wiley)
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications.
2
Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with.
3
Use of theoretical and practical knowledge within the field at a proficiency level and solve the problem faced related to the field by using research methods.
4
Interpret the knowledge about the field by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge.
5
Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field.
6
Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field.
7
Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field with a critical approach and direct the learning.
8
Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary. Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
9
Define the social and environmental aspects of engineering applications.
10
Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethic values and teach these values.
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
50
Rate of Final Exam to Success
50
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
5
2
10
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
10
5
50
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
2
20
40
Quiz
5
2
10
Midterm Exam
1
32
32
General Exam
1
35
35
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
1
10
10
Total Workload(Hour)
229
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(229/30)
8
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
NANO-OPTICS
-
Spring Semester
3+0
3
8
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Assoc.Prof. Hasan KURT
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc.Prof. Hasan KURT
Assistant(s)
Aim
This course will cover nano-optical devices and transducers and their applications for manipulating light on the nanoscale. Interaction of light with nano-structures, thin-films, metallic nano-antennas has many potential applications. This course is intended to teach students the principals of nano-optics encountered in different applications. Therefore, this course can be of interest for students in many departments. In addition to homework and exams, individual projects will be assigned to students to apply their new knowledge of nano-optical systems in different applications
Course Content
This course contains; Theoretical foundations,Propagation and focusing of optical fields,Spatial resolution and position accuracy,Nanoscale optical microscopy,Near-field optical probes,Probe-sample distance control,Light emission and optical interactions in nanoscale environments,Quantum emitters,Dipole emission near planar interfaces,Photonic crystals and resonators,Surface plasmons,Forces in confined fields,Fluctuation-induced interactions,Theoretical methods in nano-optics.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Analyze the limitations of classical optical systems.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify existing and emerging applications of nano-optics.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify the theoretical basis for and potential practical applications of surface plasmons.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E
Identify the limitations of nano-optical systems for various applications.
12, 13, 19, 9
A, E, F
Gain hands-on experience in the modeling and design of simple nano-optical systems.
13, 14, 19, 9
A, E, F
Simulate and analyze nano-optical systems with a full-wave solver (Ansoft/HFSS, Lumerical)
13, 14, 17, 19, 9
A, E, F
Gain hands-on experience in Matlab to analyze diffraction limited systems using ray-tracing.
13, 14, 17, 19, 9
A, E, F
Teaching Methods:
12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 17: Experimental Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Theoretical foundations
2
Propagation and focusing of optical fields
3
Spatial resolution and position accuracy
4
Nanoscale optical microscopy
5
Near-field optical probes
6
Probe-sample distance control
7
Light emission and optical interactions in nanoscale environments
8
Quantum emitters
9
Dipole emission near planar interfaces
10
Photonic crystals and resonators
11
Surface plasmons
12
Forces in confined fields
13
Fluctuation-induced interactions
14
Theoretical methods in nano-optics
Resources
Principles of Nano-Optics (II Edition) by L. Novotny and B. Hecht (Cambridge)
Theory and computation of electromagnetic fields by Jian-Ming Jin (Wiley)
Scattering of electromagnetic waves (vol. 1-3) by L. Tsang, J. A. Kong, K. Ding (Wiley)
Optical properties of photonic crystals by K. Sakoda (Springer)
Introduction to wave scattering and mesoscopic phenomena by P. Sheng (Springer)
Geometry and Light by U. Leonhardt and T. Philbin (Dover)
Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics by Sergio M. Dutra (Wiley)
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Develop and deepen knowledge in the same or in a different field to the proficiency level based on Bachelor level qualifications.
2
Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with.
3
Use of theoretical and practical knowledge within the field at a proficiency level and solve the problem faced related to the field by using research methods.
4
Interpret the knowledge about the field by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge.
5
Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field.
6
Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field.
7
Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field with a critical approach and direct the learning.
8
Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary. Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
9
Define the social and environmental aspects of engineering applications.
10
Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethic values and teach these values.
