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3. J. Wilson & J. Hawkes, Optoelectronics: An Introduction, 3 Ed. (Prentice Hall, 1998).
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4. L. Coldren, S. Corzine, M. Mashanovitch, Diode Lasers and Photonic Integrated Circuits, 2
Ed. (Wiley, 2012).

SQA 7011 Optoelectronics
(Pre-requisite SQA7010 Photonic Technology)

Optical index, mode and chromatic dispersions, EM wave transport, bit broadband rate, total
internal abd mode reflection: Single mode fibre optics, Gaussian beam, full mode diameter, wave
cut, V number, broadband, non-linear effect: Laser diodes, work function, luminescence accuracy,
sensitivity properties, transmittance type module: Photodiode, power relations, PIN and avalanche
photodiodes, fibre optic amplifier and normal photodiode, amplifier, broadband, noise.

Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment: 50%
Final Examination: 50%

Medium of Introduction
English

Transferable Skills
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills, Continuous Learning and Information Management.

Humanity Skills:
CT1-CT4, CS1-CS4, LL1-LL3

References
1. Fundamentals of Optoelectronics by Clifford R. Pollock
2. Fundamentals of Photonics by Bahaa EA Saleh and Malvin Carl

SQA 7012 Material Science

Atom, molecules, bonding, bonding force. Crystal structure, non-crystals, Microstructure: non-
perfection, Solidification: kinetic and phase diagram, assimilation, metal and alloy, ceramic and glass,
polymer and mixture, fibre, composite, mechanical, thermal, electric and magnetic properties, static
and dynamic test: strain, compression, shearing/torque, creep, relaxation, weary, non-destructive
testing, corrosion, degradation, composite and material design, advanced materials.

Assessment Methods
Continuous Assessment: 50%
Final Examination: 50%

Medium of Introduction
English

Transferable Skills
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills, Continuous Learning and Information Management.

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