OPT-211: Wave Optics and Applications

Course Description

A study of light waves and how they may be used in today's technology. Electromagnetic radiation, coherence, interference and diffraction phenomena, transfer functions and the generation and use of polarized light. Analysis, manufacturing techniques and use of selected instruments using wave optics such as spectrometers, interferometers, diffraction gratings and thin film coatings. An introduction to properties and use of lasers and holography.

Prerequisites

OPT 131 or permission of department chair.

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OPT-211 Sections for Fall 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

4 Sections Offered

OPT-211, Section 105

CRN #17604
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Tuesday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm

OPT-211, Section 106

CRN #19524
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Monday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm

OPT-211, Section 185

CRN #25787
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Monday
5:00 pm - 7:50 pm
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026Thursday
5:00 pm - 7:40 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
5:00 pm - 7:50 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 161
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Dec 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
5:00 pm - 7:40 pm

OPT-211, Section 107

CRN #26055
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Aug 31st, 2026 – Jan 23rd, 2027Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
LectureBrighton Campus
Building REMOTE, Room TBA
Aug 31st, 2026 – Jan 23rd, 2027Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Jan 23rd, 2027
Day / Time Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building REMOTE, Room TBA
Date(s) Aug 31st, 2026 – Jan 23rd, 2027
Day / Time Thursday
9:00 am - 11:40 am