Quantum Optics: An Introduction

by Mark Fox

Most previous texts on quantum optics have been written primarily for the graduate student market at PhD level and above. Quantum an introduction aims to introduce a wide range of topics at a lower level suitable for advanced undergraduate and masters level students in physics. The text is divided into four main parts, covering modern topics in both pure and applied quantum I Introduction and background material. II. Photons. III. Atom-photon interactions. IV. Quantum information processing. The emphasis of the subject development is on intuitive physical understanding rather than mathematical arguments, although many derivations are included where appropriate. The text includes numerous illustrations, with a particular emphasis on the experimental observations of quantum optical phenomena. Each chapter includes worked examples, together with 10-15 exercises with solutions. Six appendices are included to supplement the main subject material.

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Genres: Physics, Science

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

Reviews

[Jehona]

Good for understanding the concepts and for self study... Not enough to prepare you for working on the topic. More like a step towards another, more detailed book.