Physics

The student will acquire knowledge of the fundamental principles of light-matter interaction studied via semi-classical and quantum approaches. Moreover, the student will study different aspects related to the quantum mechanical nature of light and its characterization according to photon statistics. During the course, the student will also deal with non-linear optics and will study some practical applications of quantum optics. A - Knowledge and understanding OF 1) To understand the fundamentals of quantum optics and non linear optics. OF 3) To understand phenomena related to light-matter interaction, using both semi-classical and quantum approaches. B - Application skills OF 4) To be able to use semi-classical and quantum approaches to understand phenomena related to the interaction of light with matter. OF 5) To be able to apply the basic principles of quantum optics to solve simple problems related to the knowledge acquired during the course. C - Autonomy of judgment OF 6) To be able to evaluate which optical phenomena require a classical or quantum treatment of the electromagnetic field to be explained. OF 7) To develop quantitative reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills, which represent the basis to study, model and understand quantum phenomena related to light-matter interaction. D - Communication skills OF 8) To know how to communicate the knowledge acquired during the course via presentation of a scientific work related to one particular topic discussed during the lecture. E - Ability to learn OF 9) Have the ability to consult scientific papers in the field of quantum optics. OF 10) Have the ability to understand practical applications that use the basic principles of quantum optics.