Optical Engineering
The science of light, once confined to research labs and science fiction novels, has found its way into our everyday lives. The applications of optics can be seen everywhere. A list of more common examples of these applications include laser printers, fiber optic communication, internet switches, fiber optic telephone lines, compact disc players, credit cards bearing holograms, grocery checkout scanners, computers and eye surgery. The field of optics is an enabling technology and is growing at a rapid pace. Optical techniques are found in a wide range of areas such as surveying and construction, measurements of material parameters and deformation, flow measurements, communications, machine vision, laser cutting, drilling and welding, data storage, internet switches, optical computers and sensors etc. Surveys show that there is a growing demand for optical designers/scientists/ engineers every year. Opportunities for graduates in Optical Engineering are available in many industries, including automated inspection, consumer electronics, fiber optic communications, optical instrumentation, laser devices, radar systems, data storage etc.
The Optical Engineering bachelor’s degree program is one of the few in the country. This program provides a firm foundation for those interested in continuing thier studies in optics at the graduate level, as well as for those going into industry. The curriculum was developed by the faculty with input from industrial representatives as well as from renowned national and international optics educators. Because of the diverse applications of optics, the curriculum contains a mix of courses in physics and mathematics as well as humanities and social sciences. The Optical Engineering program at 缅北视频 stresses laboratory instruction. We also encourage students to look at options for a double major, especially Optical Engineering with electrical, computer or mechanical engineering.
Students majoring in degree programs other than Optical Engineering are eligible to obtain an area minor in Optical Engineering.
The Department of Physics and Optical Engineering also offers an M.S. (Optical Engineering) degree. The masters level degree program complements the B.S. (Optical Engineering) degree program. Highly motivated students may obtain both a B.S. and an M.S. in Optical Engineering in a five-year period. A plan of study for this program must be approved by the end of the student’s junior year.
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OE Program Educational Objectives
- Our graduates will set their career path and advance beyond their entry-level position or progress toward the completion of an advanced degree.
- Our graduates will make a positive impact on society.
- Our graduates will behave ethically and act as responsible members of the engineering and science community.
- Our graduates will continue to develop professionally
Outcome 1: |
An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
Outcome 2: |
An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
Outcome 3: |
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences |
Outcome 4: |
An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
Outcome 5: |
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
Outcome 6: |
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
Outcome 7: |
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
The optical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, , under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Optical, Photonic, and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.
Optical Engineering graduation data http://www.rose-hulman.edu/media/1262267/oe.pdf
OPTICAL ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OPTICAL ENGINEERING
1. | All the courses listed above by the number. | ||
2. | The program must be approved by the advisor. | ||
3. | A technical elective is any RHIT course in biology, biomathematics, chemistry, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or physics | ||
Classes by subjects |
Hours |
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Optics Coursework |
50 |
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Physics Coursework |
16 |
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Freshmen Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics Coursework | 47 | ||
Humanities and Social Science (Standard requirement) | 36 | ||
Electives (8 credits engineering electives, and 12 credits of free electives; cannot include ECE 340) | 20 | ||
Miscellaneous | 25 | ||
Total | 194 | ||
Physics Classes | |||
Course | Description | Hours | |
PH235 | Many particle physics | 4 | |
PH255 | Foundations of Modern Physics | 4 | |
PH292 | Physical Optics | 4 | |
PH316 | Elec & Mag Fields | 4 | |
Total | 16 | ||
Freshman Physics, Math and Chemistry Classes | |||
Course | Description | Hours | |
PH111 | Physics I | 4 | |
PH112 | Physics II | 4 | |
PH113 | Physics III | 4 | |
MA111 | Calculus I | 5 | |
MA112 | Calculus II | 5 | |
MA113 | Calculus III | 5 | |
MA221 | Matrix Algebra & Differential Equations I | 4 | |
MA222 | Matrix Algebra & Differential Equations II | 4 | |
MA381 | Introduction to Probability with Appilcations to Statistics | 4 | |
CHEM111 | Engineering Chemistry I | 4 | |
CHEM113 | Engineering Chemistry II | 4 | |
Total | 47 | ||
Miscellaneous and Engineering Classes | |||
Course | Description | Hours | |
RHIT 100 | Foundations for 缅北视频 Success | 1 | |
EM 104 | Graphical Communication | 2 | |
ME 123 | Computer Programming | 4 | |
EM 103 | Introduction to Design | 2 | |
ES 213 | Electrical Systems | 3 | |
ES 213L | Electrical Systems Lab | 1 | |
Total | 13 | ||
Minor
The course requirements and advisors for Minors in Optical Engineering, Solid State Physics/Materials Science, and Electronics are listed below. Successful completion of a Minor is indicated on the student’s grade transcript. A student interested in pursuing a minor should consult with the appropriate advisor.
Minor in Optical Engineering
(Eligibility: students in any degree program, except programs where Optical Engineering is designated as one of the majors.)
Advisors: Drs. Alisafaee, Duree, Granieri, Joenathan, Reza, Siahmakoun, and Wagner.
Required Courses (12 hours)
Course | Hours | Course Description |
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OE 280 | 4 | Geometrical Optics |
PH 292 | 4 | Physical Optics |
OE 295 | 4 | Photonic Devices and Systems |
Plus at least two courses (8 hours) from the list below:
Course | Hours | Course Description |
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OE 360 | 4 | Optical Materials |
OE 392 | 4 | Linear Optical Systems |
OE 393 | 4 | Fiber Optics and Applications |
OE 395 | 4 | Optomechanics & Optical Engineering Lab |
OE 434 | 4 | Non-Imaging Optics |
OE 435 | 4 | Biomedical Optics |
OE 437 | 4 | Introduction to Image Processing |
OE 450 | 4 | Laser Systems and Applications |
OE 470 | 4 | Special Topics in Optical Engineering |
OE 480 | 4 | Optical System Design |
OE 493 | 4 | Fundamentals of Optical Fiber Communications |
OE 495 | 4 | Optical Metrology |
Also see Certificate Program in Semiconductor Materials and Devices
Optical Communications Certificate
Faculty advisors: Drs. Alisafaee, Duree, Joenathan, Reza, Siahmakoun, and Granieri
缅北视频 has become a leader in providing opportunities for students to choose a great mainstream degree program with flexibility to specialize in other areas of interest. This leadership is in no way limited to only traditional areas of study. One of these new areas that had a high impact in technology is optical communications. It is a rapidly growing field requiring investment beyond the traditional program structure, and is well suited to the students at 缅北视频 All these topics are closely related to well established disciplines as optics and electronics. Considerable R&D efforts are allocated in both university and industrial laboratories enhancing the demand for both researchers and engineers with expertise in the field.
We propose the creation of a new certificate program in Optical Communications to enhance the programs currently offered. Combining expertise in Optical and Electrical Engineering, this program requires an interdisciplinary emphasis that is beyond the traditional content of either of its parent programs. This program is more than just the creation of the certificate program Optical Communications. This program will be critical to help developing a more interdisciplinary interaction for students and faculty. The creation of a workgroup within the faculty of both departments will coordinate current courses and resources, create new courses of interest for the field, and develop a showcase testbed education and research laboratory. Primary objectives include the removal of redundancy from existing courses, increasing interaction between the PHOE and ECE Departments, and improving opportunities for students in the field.
This certificate is designed to give the student a firm theoretical and practical working knowledge in the area of fiber optic devices, optical communications, networks and its applications. The main purpose is to couch these fundamentals in a context that serves as the backbone for device, components and sub-system development for use in high-speed optical data and information links and networks. At the end of the program the student will be expected to:
- Understand the fundamental operation characteristics of high-speed optoelectronic components, such as laser transmitters, light modulators and receivers and passive fiber optic components as connectors, couplers, filters, and switches.
- Understand the technology and performance of analog and digital fiber optic links, optical amplification and optical wavelength division multiplexing and optical time division multiplexing networks.
- Have hands-on working knowledge of the use of fiber optic test equipment and techniques used by industry and telecommunication companies to test the performance of optical fiber links and components, such as, optical time domain reflectometry, optical spectrum analyzers and optical bit error testing equipment.
The Certificate will consist of 20 credit hours of which 12 credit hours will be required courses. Students interested in pursuing this Certificate should contact an ECE/PHOE certificate advisor (Professors Duree, Granieri, Alisafaee, Reza, Joenathan, Siahmakoun).
Required Courses
- ECE 310 Communication Systems
- OE 393 Fiber Optics and Applications
- OE 493 Fundamentals of Optical Fiber Communications
Elective Courses (two from the list)
Only courses not required for the student’s major will count for electives in the certificate.
- ECE 380 Discrete Time & Continuous Systems
- ECE 410 Communication Networks
- ECE 414 Wireless Systems
- OE 360 Optical Materials
- OE 435 Biomedical Optics
- OE 450 Laser Systems and Applications
Plan of Study
Total credits required: 194
NOTES:
*If OE 172 is not taken during the freshman or sophomore year, the requirement must be replaced with a 300 or 400-level OE course of at least 2 credits.**An engineering elective is any 200, 300,or 400-level course listed as OE, EP, ECE, ME, CE, BE, EM or ES.
***A PH/OE/EP elective is any 200, 300,or 400-level course listed as OE, EP or PH.