Atac Imamoglu: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2018 |
Name | Prof. Dr. Atac Imamoglu |
Field | Quantum electronics |
Address | Institut für Quantenelektronik ETH Zürich, HPT G 12 Auguste-Piccard-Hof 1 8093 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
Telephone | +41 44 633 45 70 |
iatac@ethz.ch | |
Department | Physics |
Relationship | Full Professor |
Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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402-0052-00L | Physics I: Waves and Thermodynamics | 4 credits | 2V + 2U | A. Imamoglu | |
Abstract | Physics I is an introduction to continuum mechanics, wave phenomena, and fundamental concepts of thermodynamics. | ||||
Learning objective | After completing this course, students should be able to construct and apply simple models of dynamics in non-rigid materials. Students should also be able to identify and relate basic thermodynamic quantities in equilibrium systems given realistic constraints. | ||||
Content | The lecture will discuss the following concepts: Waves - One dimensional wave equation - Plane waves, spherical waves in 2 and 3 dimensions - Elastic waves, sound velocity - Stationary waves, resonances - Propagation: interference and diffraction - Doppler effect Thermodynamics - Kinetic theory of gases, perfect gases - Conservation of energy, first principle - Second principle, thermal cycles - Entropy, thermodynamical and statistical interpretation - Thermal radiation and heat transfer. | ||||
Lecture notes | The lecture notes will be distributed via the Moodle platform. | ||||
Literature | P. A. Tipler and G. Mosca, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" (6th edition) Chapters 14-20. | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Technical Mechanics, Analysis | ||||
402-0101-00L | The Zurich Physics Colloquium | 0 credits | 1K | R. Renner, G. Aeppli, C. Anastasiou, N. Beisert, G. Blatter, S. Cantalupo, C. Degen, G. Dissertori, K. Ensslin, T. Esslinger, J. Faist, M. Gaberdiel, G. M. Graf, R. Grange, J. Home, S. Huber, A. Imamoglu, P. Jetzer, S. Johnson, U. Keller, K. S. Kirch, S. Lilly, L. M. Mayer, J. Mesot, B. Moore, D. Pescia, A. Refregier, A. Rubbia, K. Schawinski, T. C. Schulthess, M. Sigrist, A. Vaterlaus, R. Wallny, A. Wallraff, W. Wegscheider, A. Zheludev, O. Zilberberg | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | ||||
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Prerequisites / Notice | Occasionally, talks may be delivered in German. | ||||
402-0444-00L | Advanced Quantum Optics Does not take place this semester. | 6 credits | 2V + 1U | A. Imamoglu | |
Abstract | This course builds up on the material covered in the Quantum Optics course. The emphasis will be on quantum optics in condensed-matter systems. | ||||
Learning objective | The course aims to provide the knowledge necessary for pursuing advanced research in the field of Quantum Optics in condensed matter systems. Fundamental concepts and techniques of Quantum Optics will be linked to experimental research in systems such as quantum dots, exciton-polaritons, quantum Hall fluids and graphene-like materials. | ||||
Content | Description of open quantum systems using master equation and quantum trajectories. Decoherence and quantum measurements. Dicke superradiance. Dissipative phase transitions. Spin photonics. Signatures of electron-phonon and electron-electron interactions in optical response. | ||||
Lecture notes | Lecture notes will be provided | ||||
Literature | C. Cohen-Tannoudji et al., Atom-Photon-Interactions (recommended) Y. Yamamoto and A. Imamoglu, Mesoscopic Quantum Optics (recommended) A collection of review articles (will be pointed out during the lecture) | ||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Masters level quantum optics knowledge | ||||
402-0551-00L | Laser Seminar | 0 credits | 1S | T. Esslinger, J. Faist, J. Home, A. Imamoglu, U. Keller, F. Merkt, H. J. Wörner | |
Abstract | Research colloquium | ||||
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