Sensing and Imaging (D6QT08)
Sensing and Imaging
Module D6QT08
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module covers the key aspects of improved sensing methodology, techniques and devices enabled by quantum physics principles. The focus will be on atomic and photonic systems, with use cases in precision metrology and practical sensing and imaging. Sensing of time, magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, and gravity will be discussed. Current cutting-edge developments driving the ever-improving precision of atomic clocks through the introduction of novel techniques in laser cooling, and ion and atom trapping will be highlighted alongside benefits arising from the utilisation of quantum entanglement and squeezing in quantum metrology. A range of quantum sensors with applications spanning diagnostics and healthcare to material science will complete the curriculum of the module.
Module learning outcomes
Show systematic understanding of the quantum mechanisms used in several sensing modalities.
Be able to describe and critically evaluate laboratory-based quantum sensors and practical devices.
Systematically comprehend the quantum capabilities of sensor devices and appreciate their advantages compared to their most competitive and common classical counterparts.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | DL6 Week 3 | 30.00% |
| Portfolio | DL6 Week 8 | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dist Learn Block 6 | Workshop | 2 hours | 100101000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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