A variety of topics in advanced optical microscopy, including the mathematical formalism behind modern three-dimensional microscopy techniques, such as confocal and multiphoton imaging, will be covered. A range of microscopy techniques, including Raman spectroscopy, phase contrast techniques, and Second-Harmonic Generation Microscopy will be examined. Background material in statistical optics and nonlinear optics will be introduced.

Advanced topics in optics and photonics. Topics covered include nonlinear-optics, optical response of materials and optical fiber, and electro-optic effects in photonic devices. Applications of photonic technologies in signal processing and emerging applications will be discussed.

Students will learn to write custom computer programs that interface with laboratory instruments. The course will cover advanced topics such as interfacing with dynamic link libraries and using queues and state space models to control program execution. The course is intended for graduate students who will be performing experimental work.