| Code |
14916
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| Year |
3
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| Semester |
S2
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
PL(30H)/TP(30H)
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| Scientific area |
Physics
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Entry requirements |
None
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Learning outcomes |
To demonstrate knowledge about the physical principles underlying optical phenomena and their applications in various scientific and technological areas. Understand how effects such as Diffraction, Interference and Polarization can be used in various measurement methods applied in the areas of
Astrophysics, Chemistry, Biomedicine, among others.
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Syllabus |
1. Waves
2. Electromagnetic Waves
3. Radiation-matter interactions
4. Polarization
5. Interference
6. Diffraction
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Main Bibliography |
Hecht E (2012). Ótica, 3.ª ed. Lisboa: Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian.
Guenther R (1990). Modern Optics. New York: Wiley.
Jenkins F, White H (1981). Fundamental of Optics, 4th ed. Lisboa: McGraw-Hill.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Theoretical lectures for the exposition of the subjects and discussion with the students, including experimental demonstrations of the phenomena under analysis.
Assessment is based on written tests
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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