Photonik und Ultrakurzzeitphysik 2

What it is about

You will learn about sources, methods and applications of ultrashort time physics, from ultrashort pulse lasers over high harmonics and attosecond pulses to synchrotrons and free-electron lasers. In the end you will be able to describe fundamental generation and characterization methods of ultrashort light pulses as well as spectroscopic techniques of femto- and attosecond spectroscopy and place current research applications in context.

What you will be able to do

• Know and describe sources of ultrashort laser pulses
• Evaluate and distinguish methods for characterizing ultrashort laser pulses
• Understand methods of femto- and attosecond spectroscopy
• Know the principle and applications of free-electron lasers
• Know application areas of attosecond spectroscopy and understand current research results

What the module consists of

• VorlesungConveying theoretical foundations and experimental implementations; references to original works for deeper study
• Laborbesichtigung und ExkursionDemonstration of what has been learned in the department's laboratories and at a major research facility

Teaching method

• Vorträge mit PowerPoint und TafelarbeitExplanation of theories, derivations and experimental implementations using examples
• Literaturverweise und eigenständige BearbeitungGuidance for in-depth study through original works and further literature research
• Praktische Demonstrationen (Laborbesichtigung, Exkursion)Direct illustration of experimental facilities and applications