Module Specification |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Photonics and Optical Information Systems | ||
Code | ELEC313 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr N Sedghi Electrical Engineering and Electronics Nsed@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To introduce students to the fundamental principles of opto/electronic systems for the transfer of information. To introduce the duality of light as both wave and ray. To show intensity and phase related optical principles. To demonstrate optical information transfer through a number of applications. |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Co-requisite modules: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Knowledge and understanding of electronic to optical and optical to electronic conversion and associated devices. |
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(LO2) An understanding of power transfer, modulation transfer function, system transfer function and optical data storage |
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(LO3) An understanding of information transfer via optical intensity and phase modulation. |
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(LO4) Knowledge and understanding of the duality of light. |
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(LO5) An appreciation of how to manipulate light rays and an appreciation of intensity and phase related effects of light. |
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(S1) On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to show experience and enhancement of the following key skills: Independent learning Problem solving and design skills. |
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(S2) On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: Design simple photonic systems and design simple optical information systems. |
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(S3) On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: |
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(S4) On successful completion of this module, the student should have: Knowledge and understanding of electronic to optical conversion and the associated devices. |
Syllabus |
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PHOTONICS:- - Introduction; The photon as an element of information; Ray optics. Examples of simple photonic systems - opto-isolator; barcode reader; compact disc player 3. - Optical Detectors: Thermal and quantum detectors. - Photon Transmission: light rays manipulation - Transfer through simple photonic sy
stems OPTICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS:- - Introduction - Wave description of light Optical modulation parameters - Intensity, Phase, Polarisation, Wavelength. - Optical Principles: Intensity Related Vergance and Refractive Power. - Applications: Optical fibre Transmission systems Optical coupling, data transmission rates, attenuation, modal effects. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Due to Covid-19, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions and the situation of registered students. It is anticipated that both a) & b) will be in operation for semester 1. Teaching Method 2 - Synchronous face to face tutorials (b) Fully online delivery and assessment Teaching Method 2 - On-line synchronous tutorials (c) Standard on-campus delivery with minimal social distancing Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
12 |
3 |
39 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 111 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(313) Assessment 1 Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 examination period | 3 | 100 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Reading List |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |