Optics,electronics and Modern Physics Laboratory
A.Y. 2018/2019
Learning objectives
1. Get experimental knowledge of physical phenomena related to optics
2. Learn the basic physics of experiments
3. Learn the basics of measurement, like direct/indirect measurement of physical quantities and the inductive method.
4. Get acquainted with basic instruments used in optics, like lens, diffraction grating, lasers, optical slits, optical bench
5. Ability to set the proper experimental conditions for the measurement of a physical quantity with a given apparatus
6. Ability to experimentally study a physics case: the student handles a real system and learns to evaluate the limits under which its behavior may be described by physical models based on ideal systems
7. Ability to calibrate an apparatus
8. Ability to describe simple linear circuits using the Fourier or Laplace transforms
9. Ability to compute and measure the output signal of a simple electric circuit under step, impulse or sinusoid excitation
10. Learn the concept of negative and positive feedback and how to use it in electronic circuits
11. Learn the concept of input and output impedance of a circuit
12. Ability to realize simple electrical circuits using operational amplifiers and passive components, like inverting and non-inverting amplifiers, active filters, astable multivibrators.
13. Know the signal-transmission mechanism in coaxial cables and the concept of characteristic impedance of the line
14. Ability to work in teams
15. Ability to individuate same physics phenomena in different experiments
16. Ability to critically discuss experimental data
17. Ability to write a scientific report on an experiment
2. Learn the basic physics of experiments
3. Learn the basics of measurement, like direct/indirect measurement of physical quantities and the inductive method.
4. Get acquainted with basic instruments used in optics, like lens, diffraction grating, lasers, optical slits, optical bench
5. Ability to set the proper experimental conditions for the measurement of a physical quantity with a given apparatus
6. Ability to experimentally study a physics case: the student handles a real system and learns to evaluate the limits under which its behavior may be described by physical models based on ideal systems
7. Ability to calibrate an apparatus
8. Ability to describe simple linear circuits using the Fourier or Laplace transforms
9. Ability to compute and measure the output signal of a simple electric circuit under step, impulse or sinusoid excitation
10. Learn the concept of negative and positive feedback and how to use it in electronic circuits
11. Learn the concept of input and output impedance of a circuit
12. Ability to realize simple electrical circuits using operational amplifiers and passive components, like inverting and non-inverting amplifiers, active filters, astable multivibrators.
13. Know the signal-transmission mechanism in coaxial cables and the concept of characteristic impedance of the line
14. Ability to work in teams
15. Ability to individuate same physics phenomena in different experiments
16. Ability to critically discuss experimental data
17. Ability to write a scientific report on an experiment
Expected learning outcomes
Undefined
Lesson period: Activity scheduled over several sessions (see Course syllabus and organization section for more detailed information).
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
CORSO A
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
Course syllabus
LABORATORY OF OPTICS, MODERN PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
Course syllabus
The second part is focused on the basic concepts of electricity and electronics. Many simple experiments will be illustrated and performed on a lesson by lesson basis. All experimental tests are carried out with professional laboratory instruments, including breadboards, operational amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators and a wide choice of electronic components.
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Carpineti Marina, Guglielmetti Alessandra Ada Cecilia
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professor:
Pullia Alberto
CORSO B
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
Course syllabus
LABORATORY OF OPTICS, MODERN PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
Course syllabus
The second part is focused on the basic concepts of electricity and electronics. Many simple experiments will be illustrated and performed on a lesson by lesson basis. All experimental tests are carried out with professional laboratory instruments, including breadboards, operational amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators and a wide choice of electronic components.
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Guglielmetti Alessandra Ada Cecilia, Meroni Emanuela, Sorbi Massimo
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Lazzaroni Massimo, Stabile Alberto
Shifts:
Professor:
Lazzaroni Massimo
Turno 1
Professor:
Lazzaroni MassimoTurno 2
Professor:
Stabile AlbertoCORSO C
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
Course syllabus
LABORATORY OF OPTICS, MODERN PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
Course syllabus
The second part is focused on the basic concepts of electricity and electronics. Many simple experiments will be illustrated and performed on a lesson by lesson basis. All experimental tests are carried out with professional laboratory instruments, including breadboards, operational amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators and a wide choice of electronic components.
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Guglielmetti Alessandra Ada Cecilia, Paroli Bruno
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Di Vece Marcel, Liberali Valentino
Shifts:
Professor:
Liberali Valentino
Turno 1
Professor:
Liberali ValentinoTurno 2
Professor:
Di Vece MarcelCORSO D
Responsible
Lesson period
year
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
Course syllabus
LABORATORY OF OPTICS, MODERN PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
The course is divided into two parts: the first is dedicated to the study
of optics and modern physics and the second to electronics.
During the first part some lessons are dedicated to the introduction to
the physical phenomena which will be explored during the laboratory and to
some basic explanations about the instrumentation which will be used.
In the laboratory the students have to face with the measurement of some
basic optical phenomena and of some fundamental quantity of modern
physics.
As an example:
- Use of a Michelson interferometer with laser and incoherent sources
- Determination of the refractive index as a function of the wavelength
- Measurement of the ratio charge to mass for the electron
- Measurement of the elementary charge
- Measurement of the light speed
- Measurement of the Avogadro number
TEXTBOOKS
E. Acerbi, M.Sorbi "Laboratorio di Fisica" Cusl edizioni
E. Acerbi, "Metodi e strumenti di misura", Città Studi Edizioni
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
Course syllabus
The second part is focused on the basic concepts of electricity and electronics. Many simple experiments will be illustrated and performed on a lesson by lesson basis. All experimental tests are carried out with professional laboratory instruments, including breadboards, operational amplifiers, arbitrary waveform generators and a wide choice of electronic components.
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Some of the considered topics are:
- Resistivity of materials, Ohm's law, Kirchoff's laws, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits
- Calibration and use of electronic instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope, waveform generator)
- Frequency response and transfer function of linear networks
- RC circuits, LC/RLC resonant circuits and impedance concept
- Negative and positive feedback: stable and unstable circuits/systems, like linear amplifiers and Schmitt triggers. Operational amplifiers and their use
- Shielded cables, signal propagation in cables, characteristic impedance of the cable, cable termination
- Electronic noises and pickups (highlights)
TEXTBOOKS
K.C.A. Smith, R.E. Alley, "Electrical Circuits", Cambridge University Press
WEBSITE
http://aguglielmettiloefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://mlazzaroniem.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
http://apullialoefm.ariel.ctu.unimi.it/v3/home/Default.aspx
Unita' didattica 1: Ottica e Fisica Moderna
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professors:
Meroni Emanuela, Re Alessandra Carlotta, Sorbi Massimo
Unita' didattica 2: Elettronica
FIS/01 - EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS - University credits: 5
Laboratories: 42 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Lessons: 12 hours
Professor:
Riboldi Stefano
Professor(s)
Reception:
15:00
Physics Department "Aldo Pontremoli" (Via G. Celoria, 16) - Dynamic Scattering Laboratory
Reception:
By appointment
Reception:
Upon appointment
Via Celoria 16, LITA building, 2nd floor
Reception:
Monday from h. 10 to h. 12
LASA lab. (or Physics Department, by appointment)