Course Description: Mathematical background; convolution; the Fourier transform; linear filtering; two-dimensional operations; diffraction; image formation.

Course Objectives: To introduce the use of Fourier techniques in optics. Effectively, this is an applied math course, taught with a systems flavor, for students interested in optics.

Course Outline by Topical Areas:

Mathematical Background

Convolution

The Fourier Transform

Linear Filtering and Sampling

Two-dimensional Functions and Operations

Applications in Diffraction

Applications in Image Formation

Course Requirements:

Homework: 20%

Examinations: One midterm exam - 30%; Final exam - 50%

Computer Language: None

Computer Facilities: None

Laboratory: None

Project: None

Degree Applicability:

CE[AA]	CH[NA]	CS[AA]	EE[BDE]	EM[E]	ESM[NA]	MAT[E]
MBA[NA]	ME[E]	MES[BE]	MSE[E]	SE[NA]	SY[AA]

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NTU Semester Credit Hours: 3
Number of Lecture Hours: 30 (75 minute) lectures
Days Class Meets on Campus: Tuesday/Thursday

Contributing Scholar:
Masud Mansuripur
Optical Sciences Center
University of Arizona
Meinel Bldg., 1630 E. University Blvd.
Tucson, AZ   85721
Phone: 520-621-4879

masud@u.arizona.edu

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Academic/Administrative Contact:  
Ms. Cindy Robertson
Phone: 520-621-5874
Fax: 520-621-5143
cindyr@email.arizona.edu


Prerequisites: A good background in calculus is essential, but very little prior knowledge of optics is required.

Textbooks: (Order Materials)

1.	Introduction to Fourier Optics, J. W. Goodman, McGraw-Hill, 2nd edition, 1996