Catalog Description: Fundamental principles of optical systems. Geometrical optics and aberration theory. Stops and apertures, prisms, and mirrors. Diffraction and interference. Optical materials and coatings. Radiometry and photometry. Basic optical devices and the human eye. The design of optical systems. Lasers, fiber optics, and holography.

Units: 4

Related Areas:

• Physical Electronics (PHY)

Prerequisites: MATH 53; ELENG 64 and ELENG 66, or MATH 54.

Formats:
Spring: 3.0 hours of lecture and 1.0 hours of discussion per week
Fall: 3.0 hours of lecture and 1.0 hours of discussion per week

Grading Basis: Student Option

Final Exam Status: Yes

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Class Schedule (Fall 2026):
EE 118/218A – MoWe 09:30-10:59, Cory 540AB – YoungJu Jo

Class Notes
Phase 1 and 2 seats are open to ECE, EECS, CS, and non-EECS COE majors. Remaining seats open during the adjustment period.

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