Quantum Optics Laboratory
A.Y. 2019/2020
Learning objectives
The aim of the course is to propose quantum optics experiments that highlight the fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics.
Expected learning outcomes
At the end of the laboratory course the student will have a detailed knowledge of more optical techniques, in detail:
1) measurements with single photon detectors
2) measurement of coincidence counts with classical and quantum radiation
3) generation of single photons via parametric down-conversion
4) single photon interference
5) generation of entangled states of two photons
6) violation of Bell's inequality
7) generation of squeezed states (with fluctuation of the electric field below that of vacuum)
1) measurements with single photon detectors
2) measurement of coincidence counts with classical and quantum radiation
3) generation of single photons via parametric down-conversion
4) single photon interference
5) generation of entangled states of two photons
6) violation of Bell's inequality
7) generation of squeezed states (with fluctuation of the electric field below that of vacuum)
Lesson period: First semester
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
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
Course syllabus
1) measurements with single photon detectors in photocounting regime
2) reconstruction of the intensity correlation function with coherent and thermal radiation
3) generation of single photons via parametric down-conversion
4) violation of classical inequality on the intensity correlation function in the case of single photons
5) single photon interference
6) generation of entangled states of two photons
7) violation of Bell's inequality
8) generation of squeezed states with fluctuation of the field lower than the vacuum one
2) reconstruction of the intensity correlation function with coherent and thermal radiation
3) generation of single photons via parametric down-conversion
4) violation of classical inequality on the intensity correlation function in the case of single photons
5) single photon interference
6) generation of entangled states of two photons
7) violation of Bell's inequality
8) generation of squeezed states with fluctuation of the field lower than the vacuum one
Prerequisites for admission
Mathematics: vector calculus, operators and differential equations.
Physics: basic elements of electromagnetism, fundamental concepts of
non relativistic quantum mechanics.
Physics: basic elements of electromagnetism, fundamental concepts of
non relativistic quantum mechanics.
Teaching methods
The didactic method adopted foresees an alternation of theoretical lessons and laboratory lessons. The experiments will be related to the theory explained in the previous lesson.
Teaching Resources
S. Cialdi, lab. QO handouts (website)
H. A. Bachor, A guide to experiments in quantum optics
C. C. Jerry & P. L. Knight, Introductory Quantum Optics
H. A. Bachor, A guide to experiments in quantum optics
C. C. Jerry & P. L. Knight, Introductory Quantum Optics
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam is oral and lasts about 45 minutes. It consists of three questions on the topics faced in the course. The exam will evaluate both the skills acquired and the critical skills in discussing even new problems.
FIS/03 - PHYSICS OF MATTER - University credits: 6
Laboratories: 48 hours
Lessons: 14 hours
Lessons: 14 hours
Professor:
Cialdi Simone
Shifts:
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Professor:
Cialdi SimoneProfessor(s)