Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy
Atom- och molekylspektroskopi

FAF080F, 7.5 credits

Valid from: Autumn 2013
Decided by: FN1/Anders Gustafsson
Date of establishment: 2013-08-15

General Information

Division: Atomic Physics
Course type: Course given jointly for second and third cycle
The course is also given at second-cycle level with course codes: FAF080, FYST14
Teaching language: English

Aim

The aim of the course is to provide theoretical and practical knowledge on the many powerful methods provided by modern atomic- and molecular spectroscopy regarding basic studies as well as practical applications.

Goals

Knowledge and Understanding

For a passing grade the doctoral student must

• •understand how spectroscopic methods in different energy ranges work
• •have knowledge on the most common components forming parts of spectroscopic set-ups for use in different energy ranges.
• •have a better understanding of quantum mechanics and its description of nature.
• •have obtained a consolidated view of atomic physics and quantum mechanics and their relation to classical physics.

Competences and Skills

For a passing grade the doctoral student must

• •be able to describe and analyse a spectroscopic problem or method in a condensed form using written as well as oral presentations
• •be able to carry out ball park estimates of spectroscopic quantities of relevance for spectroscopic measurements and analysis
• •be able to carry out some practical work using lasers and optical components

Judgement and Approach

For a passing grade the doctoral student must be able to select a suitable spectroscopic method for a given measurement requirement

Course Contents

Review of atomic and molecular structure. Radiative and scattering processes including resonant radiation, Rayleigh, Raman and Mie scattering. Spectroscopy of inner electrons, X-rays, photoelectron spectroscopy and synchrotron radiation. Optical spectroscopy including light sources, spectrally resolving instruments, detectors and techniques for optical analysis. Atomic beam and other resonance methods, such as optical, electron spin and nuclear magnetic resonance. Tuneable lasers, single mode operation, different laser types. Laser spectroscopy including time-resolved and high resolution laser spectroscopy. Laser spectroscopic applications, such as laser diagnostics in combustion, medical applications etc. Demonstrations: Synchrotron radiation, ultrafast spectroscopy, laser-radar, coherent Raman spectroscopy in combustion diagnostics, remote sensing applications, astro-physical applications.

Course Literature

• Svanberg, S.: Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy – Basic Aspects and Practical Applications.
• local: Instructions to laboratory sessions.

Instruction Details

Types of instruction: Lectures, laboratory exercises, project, study visit

Examination Details

Examination formats: Written exam, written report, written assignments
Grading scale: Failed, pass
Examiner:

Admission Details

Assumed prior knowledge: basic quantum mechanics and atomic physics

Course Occasion Information

Contact and Other Information

Course coordinators:
Web page: http://www.atomic.physics.lu.se/education/elective_courses/faf080_atomic_and_molecular_spectroscopy/