Learning objective
Study the classical and quantum explanations of the Zeeman effect and the polarization of its components.
Understand the Faraday effect and its non-reciprocity.
Study the Stark effect and the electro-optic effects (Kerr, Pockels).
Become familiar with the essence and applications of magnetic birefringence and the magneto-optical Kerr effect.
Expected outcomes
Calculates the normal Zeeman splitting in units of frequency, energy and wavelength.
Calculates the Faraday rotation angle and the parameters of an optical isolator.
Finds the half-wave voltage of a Kerr cell.
Distinguishes magneto-optical and electro-optical effects by field type, geometry and field dependence.
Activities
Lecture
Lecture · 55 min ·
required
Problem solving on the topic “Magneto-optics and electro-optics”
Practice · 55 min ·
required
Rotation of the plane of polarization in a magnetic field
Self-study · 4 h 25 min ·
optional
Splitting of spectra in a magnetic field. The Zeeman effect
Self-study · 4 h 25 min ·
optional
Final test
Test · 20 min ·
required
· pass ≥ 70%
Completion conditions
- Lecture
- Problem solving on the topic “Magneto-optics and electro-optics”
- Final test — at least 70%