402-0465-58L Intersubband Optoelectronics
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2018 |
| Lecturers | J. Faist, G. Scalari |
| Periodicity | non-recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 402-0465-58 V | Intersubband Optoelectronics | 2 hrs |
| J. Faist, G. Scalari | |||
| 402-0465-58 U | Intersubband Optoelectronics | 1 hrs |
| J. Faist, G. Scalari |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | Intersubband transitions in quantum wells are transitions between states created by quantum confinement in ultra-thin layers of semiconductors. Because of its inherent taylorability, this system can be seen as the "ultimate quantum designer's material". |
| Learning objective | The goal of this lecture is to explore both the rich physics as well as the application of these system for sources and detectors. In fact, devices based on intersubband transitions are now unlocking large area of the electromagnetic spectrum. |
| Content | The lecture will treat the following chapters: - Introduction: intersubband optoelectronics as an example of quantum engineering -Technological aspects - Electronic states in semiconductor quantum wells - Intersubband absorption and scattering processes - Mid-Ir and THz ISB Detectors -Mid-infrared and THz photonics: waveguides, resonators, metamaterials - Quantum Cascade lasers: -Mid-IR QCLs -THZ QCLs (direct and non-linear generation) -further electronic confinement: interlevel Qdot transitions and magnetic field effects -Strong light-matter coupling in Mid-IR and THz range |
| Lecture notes | The reference book for the lecture is "Quantum Cascade Lasers" by Jerome Faist , published by Oxford University Press. |
| Literature | Mostly the original articles, other useful reading can be found in: -E. Rosencher and B. Vinter, Optoelectronics , Cambridge Univ. Press -G. Bastard, Wave mechanics applied to semiconductor heterostructures, Halsted press |
| Prerequisites / Notice | Requirements: A basic knowledge of solid-state physics and of quantum electronics. |
Performance assessment
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Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 6 credits |
| Examiners | G. Scalari, J. Faist |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | oral 25 minutes |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
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Restrictions
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Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Department of Physics | Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Courses | W |  |
| Physics Master | Selection: Quantum Electronics | W | |