ENEE484: Optoelectronic Devices

Credits: 3

Description

Recommended: A background in semiconductors and P-N junctions.
Restriction: Permission of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.
Credit only granted for: ENEE484 or ENEE489I.
Formerly: ENEE489I.
Explores the fundamental physics of optoelectronic devices including lasers, solar cells, LEDs, and photodetectors. We aim at an understanding of the fundamental principles on device physics, material considerations, and significant components of optoelectronic devices. State-of-the-art device configurations and material choices in industry and academia will be discussed.

Semesters Offered

Fall 2025
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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the working principles of each type of optoelectronic device, including the physics of the device as a whole and the physics of each device component.
  • Understand the differences and similarities between different types of optoelectronic devices.
  • Understand the material design for the device function and know the possible approaches of further optimization of device performance.

Additional Course Information

Recommended prerequisite: A background in semiconductors and P-N junctions.