ECE 6461-001 Fall 2016 Nanophotonics

Time: MWF 11:50 AM - 12:40 PM
Location: WEB 1248
Text Book:

Dror Sarid and William Challener Modern Introduction to Surface Plasmons

Description: The field of plasmonics deals with the interaction between light and the free electrons of metals. This interaction offers a means for sub-wavelength manipulation of light. Interest in surface plasmon photonics has undergone a resurgence in the last ~10 years due to the promise of new applications (the original application being stained glass). For example, there are now commercial products such as plasmonic biosensors and light harvesting arrays for CMOS imagers.
This course is focused on the theory of light interaction with an electron plasma under a variety of boundary conditions, such as planar and spherical interfaces.
Reading: In addition to the textbook, we will make use of the research literature and other sources of information (on-line). Papers related to upcoming topics will be distributed via this web site. You will be responsible for reading these papers and preparing for in-class discussion.
Homework: Homework problems will be assigned with each chapter of the text. Assignments will be due within one week of date assigned.
Midterm exam: Two midterm exams will be given. These exams will generally cover fundamentals.
Project Each student will make a 15 to 20 minute presentation of a topic related to his/her own interests. This will take the place of the final exam.
Grading: 20% Homework
50% Midterm exams
30% Project presentation 

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