451-123 Introduction to Electronics and Optics (Geomatics)

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Subject Description

The objective of this subject is to introduce concepts in optics, electromagnetism and wave motion which are relevant to future topics in geomatics.

Optics: Paraxial rays, cardinal points, pupils and stops; Paraxial theory and optical instruments; Aberrations, spread functions and optical transfer functions. Electronics: Electrostatics, circuits, magnetism; Electric and magnetic properties of matter; Maxwell's equations, electromagnetic waves; Wave equation and wave dynamics; Reflection, refraction, interference, diffraction; Wave propagation, group and phase velocity.

Assessment

Not more than three hours of written examinations and tests and not more than the equivalent of 40 pages of written assignments and reports on practical work. The relative weighting of the assessment components will be published at the commencement of the subject