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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EEE5750 Quantum Electronics Spring 3 0 3 12
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ŞEREF KALEM
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The goal of this course is to introduce students to the fundamentals of photonics, and provide them with the necessary foundation and tools to understand optical systems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Understand optical elements and image formation
II. Model transmission of light in free space, through optical components, and through waveguides
III. Understand interaction of light with matter and light with light
IV. Distinguish the different theories of light and use the appropriate theory to formulate and solve optical problems
V. Have the necessary background and tools for advanced optics courses

Course Content

1st week: Ray optics
2nd week: Graded index optics, matrix optics
3rd week: Wave optics, monochromatic waves
4th week: Interference, polychromatic light
5th week: Beam optics
6th week: Fourier optics
7th week: Fourier optics, diffraction
8th week: Fourier optics, image formation
9th week: Electromagnetic optics
10th week: Electromagnetic optics
11th week: Absorption, dispersion, pulse propagation
12th week: Polarization optics
13th week: Guided wave optics
14th week: Guided wave optics

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Ray optics: Postulates of ray optics, simple optical components (mirrors, lenses, light guides)
2) Graded index optics, Matrix optics
3) Postulates of wave optics, monochromatic waves, reflection, refraction
4) Interference, polychromatic light
5) Gaussian beam, Transmission through optical components
6) Light propagation, transfer function of free space
7) Optical Fourier transform, diffraction (Fraunhofer, Fresnel)
8) Fourier optics: Image Formation, Holography
9) Electromagnetic theory of light, dielectric media
10) Monochromatic electromagnetic waves
11) Absorption and dispersion, pulse propagation
12) Polarization of light, reflection and refraction, polarization devices
13) Planar-mirror waveguides, planar dielectric waveguides
14) Two dimensional waveguides, optical coupling in waveguides

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Fundamentals of Photonics, B.E.A Saleh and M.C. Teich
References: Optics, Eugene Hecht

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 5
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Preliminary Jury 1 % 35
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 6 84
Midterms 3 12 36
Final 3 11 33
Total Workload 195

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge of subjects specific to mathematics (analysis, linear, algebra, differential equations, statistics), science (physics, chemistry, biology) and related engineering discipline, and the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these fields in complex engineering problems.
2) Identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose
3) Design complex Biomedical systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Biomedical Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Design and conduct numerical or physical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Biomedical Engineering.
6) Cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Biomedical Engineering-related problems.
7) Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, oral and written, to have gained the level of English language knowledge (European Language Portfolio B1 general level) to follow the innovations in the field of Biomedical Engineering; gain the ability to write and understand written reports effectively, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Having knowledge for the importance of acting in accordance with the ethical principles of biomedical engineering and the awareness of professional responsibility and ethical responsibility and the standards used in biomedical engineering applications
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Biomedical Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Biomedical Engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Mechatronics engineering solutions.