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MPY301External Learning Resources

Curated videos, simulations and reference sites to deepen understanding of this course.

NPTEL — Laser Systems and Applications

IIT lecture series covering laser theory, laser types and applications.

RP Photonics Encyclopedia — Lasers

Authoritative technical reference for every laser topic in the syllabus.

Applied Physics — How a Laser Works (YouTube)

Visual explainers of stimulated emission, gain media and cavities.

HyperPhysics — Lasers

Concept maps for Einstein coefficients, 3-level/4-level systems and cavity modes.

Photonics Media — Holography Explainer

Practical overview of hologram recording and reconstruction.

MIT OCW — Lasers and Optical Electronics

Graduate-level open courseware on laser physics and electronics.

LIDAR Explained — NASA JPL

Overview of LIDAR principles and remote-sensing applications.

PhET — Lasers Simulation

Interactive simulation of stimulated emission and population inversion.