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ECE 231Optical Electronics

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Introduction to phenomena, devices, and applications of optoelectronics. Main emphasis is on optical properties of semiconductors and semiconductor lasers. (Formerly EE 231.)

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): ECE 102 and ECE 102L.

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When it runs

Winter 2026Open Winter 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm
Thimann Lab 101H. SchmidtOpen 8/10

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Holger Schmidt3.9 / 53.8 / 5100%15

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