Main learning outcomes:

Deep knowledge on quantum optics and its technological applications, with emphasis on LASERS and other application such as quantum cryptography.

Deep theoretical of the physical phenomena, including the quantum description of coherent and partially coherent light and its interaction with matter.

Modelling and resolution of specific problems in this field.

Other learning outcomes:

Capacity to autonomous work, searching and using literature.
Development of critical reasoning skills, involving data, models and results.
Becoming acquainted with the current research being done in this area.

Classical and quantic description of electromagnetic radiation.
Radiative transitions.
Einstein's coefficients, transition rates, selection rules.
Width and shape of spectral lines.
Lasers and masers; oscillations, modes and properties.
Photon statistics.
Bunchinhg and antibunching of photons.
Coherent states.
Interaction of light with matter.
Superposition of coherent states and density matrix.
Two-levels model. Resolution of time-dependent Schrodinger's equation.
Resonant processes.
Weak field and Einstein's coefficients.
String field: Rabi's oscillations, dampening.
Atoms in cavities. Optical cavities, coupling atom/cavity.
Weak limit and spontaneous emission. Purcell's effect.
Quantum electrodynamics of the strong coupling and experimental results. Applications.
Doppler cooling.
Magneto-electric traps.
Classic and quantum cryptography. Quantum computing.

Basic knowledge in Optics and Quantum Mechanics