M.S. in Photonics learning outcomes

• Acquire a theoretical knowledge base in photonics related areas of physics (Optics, Electrodynamics, Physics of Semiconductors, Quantum Mechanics)
• Develop understanding of application of fundamental laws of physics in such engineering areas as telecommunications, optoelectronics, nano and microfabrication, growth techniques
• Learn fundamentals of computerized modeling of diverse optical  and photonics systems and gain working experience with standard computational tools used in industry.
• Acquire essential laboratory skills in designing experiments, assembling standard optical tools for optical experimentation, carrying out measurements with  customary optical instruments and analyzing acquired data
• Become familiar with economics and management of photonics related engineering projects
• Learn to communicate scientific and engineering ideas both orally and in written form
• Acquire experience working in industrial or research lab settings as a part of a team.