525.413 - Fourier Techniques in Optics Course Homepage
Instructor Information
David Young
Course Information
Course Description
In this course, the study of optics is presented from a perspective which uses the electrical engineer's background in Fourier analysis and linear systems theory. Topics include scalar diffraction theory, Fourier transforming and imaging properties of lenses, spatial frequency analysis of optical systems, spatial filtering and information processing, and holography. The class discusses applications of these concepts in non-destructive evaluation of materials and structures, remote sensing, and medical imaging.
Prerequisites
An undergraduate background in Fourier analysis and linear systems theory.
Course Goal
In this course, the study of optics is presented from a perspective which uses the electrical engineer’s background in Fourier analysis and linear systems theory. Topics include scalar diffraction theory, Fourier transforming and imaging properties of lenses, spatial frequency analysis of optical systems, spatial filtering and information processing, and holography. The class discusses applications of these concepts in non-destructive evaluation of materials and structures, remote sensing, and medical imaging.
Course Objectives
- The student will develop the skills to analyze optica systems using Fourier methods
When This Course is Typically Offered
The course is offered at the JHU/APL location in the fall, in the odd years.
Syllabus
Topics Covered
- What is Fourier optics
- Properties of the Fourier transform
- Scalar diffraction theory
- Fresnel and Fraunhofer diffraction
- Imaging systems
- Frequency analysis of optical systems
- Wavefront modulation
- Optical information processing
- Holography
Student Assessment Criteria
| Homework | 25% |
| Mid-term Exam (take-home) | 25% |
| Final Exam (take-home) | 25% |
| Term paper, presentation | 25% |
Computer and Technical Requirements
You will need the free Adobe PDF viewer software to view PDF files in this course. Go to http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html
Textbooks
Textbook information for this course is available online through the MBS Direct Virtual Bookstore.
Course Notes
There are notes for this course.
(Last Modified: 08-29-2009 at 9:46:32 AM)