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PHY208Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

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This course introduces fundamental concepts of light, including its nature, reflection, refraction, perception, and polarization. It explores the electromagnetic wave theory of light, deriving wave equations from Maxwell's field equations. Students will learn about the human eye as an image-forming device, color vision theories, and different polarization states of light. The course also covers optical birefringence and its applications in producing polarized light, providing a foundation for advanced studies in optics.

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52h

Study Time

13

Weeks

4h

Per Week

intermediate

Math Level

Course Keywords

LightReflectionRefractionPolarizationElectromagnetic Waves

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

Moderate Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Nature of Light

2

Reflection and Refraction

3

Electromagnetic Waves

4

Human Vision

5

Color Vision

6

Polarization

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Nature of Light

4 study hours

•Understand the corpuscular and wave models of light.
•Derive the expression for the velocity of electromagnetic waves.
•Explain the importance of the Poynting Vector.

Week

2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 2: Reflection and Refraction of Light

4 study hours

•Explain reflection and refraction of e.m. waves incident normally on the interface separating two optically different media.
•Apply Fermat's principle to explain the reflection and refraction of light.
•Solve problems based on reflection and refraction of e.m. waves.

Week

3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Perception of Light

4 study hours

•Explain the functions of different parts of the eye.
•List common eye defects and suggest remedial measures.
•Describe how the human eye responds to colour.

Week

4

Module 1:

4h

Unit 4: Polarisation of Light

4 study hours

•Explain what is linearly, circularly or elliptically polarized state of light.
•Describe how light can be polarized by reflection.
•Solve simple problems based on Malus' law and Brewster's law.

Week

5

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Nature of Light

3 study hours

•Review nature of light, electromagnetic waves, and Poynting vector.
•Practice problems related to wave equations and energy transfer.

Week

6

Module 1:

3h

Unit 2: Reflection and Refraction of Light

3 study hours

•Review reflection and refraction laws, Fermat's principle, and Snell's law.
•Solve numerical problems on reflection and refraction at different interfaces.

Week

7

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Perception of Light

3 study hours

•Review eye structure, image formation, and vision defects.
•Discuss color vision theories and color perception.
•Complete assignments on eye-related topics.

Week

8

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Polarisation of Light

3 study hours

•Review polarization states, Malus' law, and Brewster's law.
•Practice problems on polarization by reflection and birefringence.
•Prepare for tutor-marked assignment.

Week

9

Module 1:

4h

All Units

4 study hours

•Consolidate understanding of Module 1 concepts.
•Work on tutor-marked assignments.
•Prepare for mid-semester assessments.

Week

10

Module 1:

4h

All Units

4 study hours

•Complete any remaining assignments.
•Focus on weak areas identified from TMAs.
•Practice past questions.

Week

11

Module 1:

4h

All Units

4 study hours

•Final revision of all modules.
•Address any remaining questions or doubts.
•Review key concepts and formulas.

Week

12

Module 1:

4h

All Units

4 study hours

•Mock exam practice.
•Time management strategies.
•Review complex topics.

Week

13

Module 1:

4h

All Units

4 study hours

•Final preparation and review.
•Ensure all topics are covered.
•Rest and prepare for the exam.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking wave nature of light to interference and diffraction (Units 1-2).

2

Practice applying Fermat's principle to various optical scenarios (Unit 2).

3

Review the anatomy of the human eye and common vision defects (Unit 3).

4

Derive Malus' law and Brewster's law from fundamental principles (Unit 4).

5

Solve numerical problems related to polarization and wave plates (Unit 4).

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