| Detailed information |
| Original study plan |
Bachelor's programme Technical Physics 2024W |
| Objectives |
Exercise on the most important concepts of optics and wave phenomena. Introduction to the scientific approach and methods of solving problems in physics. Application of these methods to specific physical systems.
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| Subject |
Maxwell's equations, wave equation, mechanical and electromagnetic waves, refractive index and dispersion; reflection, transmission and refraction; polarization and anisotropic materials; Fresnel's equations; geometrical optics; optical instruments; interference and coherence; wave optics; diffraction.
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| Criteria for evaluation |
(1) number of successfully solved exercises and (2) quality of the presentation and participation in the exercise class.
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| Methods |
Autonomous solution of problems (individually or in small groups) and presentation of these solutions in the class.
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| Language |
German |
| Study material |
announced in the lecture and/or the exercise class.
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| Changing subject? |
No |
