Course Descriptions

The Optical Engineering bachelor’s degree program is one of the few in the country. This program provides a firm foundation for those interested in continuing thier studies in optics at the graduate level, as well as for those going into industry. The curriculum was developed by the faculty with input from industrial representatives as well as from renowned national and international optics educators. Because of the diverse applications of optics, the curriculum contains a mix of courses in physics and mathematics as well as humanities and social sciences. The Optical Engineering program at Rose‑Hulman stresses laboratory instruction. We also encourage students to look at options for a double major, especially Optical Engineering with electrical, computer or mechanical engineering.

OE 592 - Fourier Optics & Applications

Credit Hours: 3.5R-1.5L-4C
Term Available: S
Graduate Studies Eligible: Yes
Prerequisites: OE 392 and Senior or Graduate standing
Corequisites: None

Two-dimensional linear systems. Scalar diffraction theory, Fresnel & Fraunhofer diffraction. Coherent optical systems analysis. Frequency analysis of optical imaging systems. Spatial filtering and analog optical information processing. Wavefront reconstruction and holography. Relevant laboratory experiments.

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