Course Chapter Breakdown:
The course is divided into several key chapters to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of geometrical optics:
1- Introduction to Geometrical Optics
°Definition and importance of geometrical optics.
°Historical background and recent developments in the field.
2- Fundamental Laws of Geometrical Optics
°Law of reflection.
°Law of refraction (Snell’s Law).
°Fermat’s Principle and its applications.
3- Propagation of Light in Homogeneous and Inhomogeneous Media
°Study of the rectilinear propagation of light.
°Analysis of homogeneous and inhomogeneous media.
°Effects of variations in the refractive index.
4- Reflection and Refraction at Interfaces
°Behavior of light rays at interfaces between different media.
°Total internal reflection and its applications.
°Study of prisms and lenses.
5- Simple Optical Systems
°Plane and spherical mirrors.
°Thin and thick lenses.
°Image formation by simple optical systems.
6-Complex Optical Systems
°Combination of lenses and mirrors.
°Analysis of optical aberrations.
°Design and optimization of complex optical systems.
7-Practical Applications of Geometrical Optics
°Common optical instruments (microscopes, telescopes, cameras).
°Applications in photonics and telecommunications.
°Case studies and practical projects.
This course aims to provide you with a deep understanding of the fundamental concepts of geometrical optics and to develop your analytical and practical skills to solve complex problems in this field.