Optical design with ZEMAX
Summary
Introduction to computer-aided design of optical systems using "ZEMAX OpticStudio" optical design software. Principles of optical systems design and performance analysis with geometrical optics and raytracing. Evaluation and minimization of optical aberrations in an optical design.
Content
- Introduction to optical design
- Geometrical optics and ray tracing
- Image formations and aberrations
- Operation of ZEMAX OpticStudio
- Design layout and performance assessment
- Performance optimization
- Non-imaging design
- Advanced design topics I
- Advanced design topics II
- Advanced design topics III
- Design project
Keywords
Computer-aided design, ZEMAX, OpticStudio, optical simulation, refraction, refractive index, dispersion, geometrical optics, ray tracing, lenses, objectives, aberrations, wave optics, Fourier optics, diffraction, wave aberrations, Zernike coefficients, telescope, microscope, optimization
Learning Prerequisites
Required courses
PHYS-201 General physics: electromagnetism
Micro 321 Ingénierie optique I
Micro 321 Ingénierie optique II
Recommended courses
MICRO-421 Imaging optics
Important concepts to start the course
Basics of optics, Refraction, Reflection, Diffraction, Dispersion, Polarization, Snell's law, Fourier transform, Basics of geometrical optics
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, the student must be able to:
- Assess / Evaluate the performance of a design by simulation
- Optimize a design with constraints to meet design specifications
- Analyze an optical design problem and specify design targets and constraints
- Construct an optical design in ZEMAX OpticStudio
- Carry out an optical design process efficiently and confidently
- Demonstrate an adequate proficiency in the operation of ZEMAX OpticStudio
Transversal skills
- Set objectives and design an action plan to reach those objectives.
- Write a scientific or technical report.
- Manage priorities.
- Communicate effectively, being understood, including across different languages and cultures.
- Demonstrate the capacity for critical thinking
Teaching methods
Lectures, exercises, and final projects
Expected student activities
A final project to practically design an optical system in ZEMAX OpticStudio with specified requirements and constraints.
Assessment methods
Exercises 50% + final project 50%
Supervision
| Office hours | No |
| Assistants | Yes |
| Forum | Yes |
In the programs
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: During the semester (winter session)
- Subject examined: Optical design with ZEMAX
- Lecture: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Project: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: optional
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: During the semester (winter session)
- Subject examined: Optical design with ZEMAX
- Lecture: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Project: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: optional
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: During the semester (winter session)
- Subject examined: Optical design with ZEMAX
- Lecture: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Project: 1 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: optional