Optoelectronics

The Optoelectronics track focuses on devices and systems that convert electrical signals into light and light into electrical signals. Students study the physics and design of lasers, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), solar cells, and photodetectors, as well as their integration into communication and sensing systems. Coursework emphasizes both theoretical modeling and practical applications of optoelectronic technologies. Optoelectronics underpins many modern innovations, from fiber-optic communications and renewable energy systems to medical diagnostics and consumer electronics. With expertise in this field, graduates will be prepared to contribute to advancing technologies that rely on efficient light-based energy conversion and high-speed information transfer.