Recommended book for Optical Engineering graduate

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The forum discussion centers on recommendations for essential books in Optical Engineering, particularly for recent graduates preparing for job interviews. Key suggestions include the "Handbook of Optics," which serves as a comprehensive reference across multiple volumes, and "Fundamentals of Photonics" by Saleh and Teich, "Imaging Optics" by Braat and Torok, and "Introduction to Radiometry" by Wolfe. These resources cover fundamental concepts such as geometrical optics, lasers, interferometry, imaging, radiometry, and optical design without delving too deeply into mathematical complexities.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of optical principles and terminology
  • Familiarity with geometrical and physical optics
  • Knowledge of laser technology and applications
  • Awareness of imaging systems and radiometry concepts
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the "Handbook of Optics" for comprehensive coverage of optical topics
  • Study "Fundamentals of Photonics" by Saleh and Teich for foundational knowledge
  • Explore "Imaging Optics" by Braat and Torok for insights into imaging systems
  • Learn about "Introduction to Radiometry" by Wolfe to understand radiometric principles
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for recent Optical Engineering graduates, job seekers in the optics field, and professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge of fundamental optical concepts and prepare for interviews.

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I am a recent Optical Engineering graduate, It's easy to forget about concepts that I learned, so I would like to have a book to that can help me while preparing for job interviews, a book to help me remember the most important concept in Optics and Optical Engineering.
Can anybody recommend such book/website?
A book that covers the basics concepts of optics without going too deep into math: Geometrical/physical optics, Lasers, interferometry, imaging, radiometry, optical design...
A book to keep on the shelf instead of keeping the courses notes...
 
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perhaps this book:
handbook of optics.
There are several volumes and several editions.
Though I cannot say that my recommendation is from experience...
Just it seemed from your description what you are looking for.
You can always gloss over the lengthy mathematical derivations.
 
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MathematicalPhysicist said:
perhaps this book:
handbook of optics.
There are several volumes and several editions.
Though I cannot say that my recommendation is from experience...
Just it seemed from your description what you are looking for.
You can always gloss over the lengthy mathematical derivations.
A professor of mine also recommended this book, and I've been trying to remember it's name for a long time. Thanks!
 
Yukatto said:
I am a recent Optical Engineering graduate, It's easy to forget about concepts that I learned, so I would like to have a book to that can help me while preparing for job interviews, a book to help me remember the most important concept in Optics and Optical Engineering.
Can anybody recommend such book/website?
A book that covers the basics concepts of optics without going too deep into math: Geometrical/physical optics, Lasers, interferometry, imaging, radiometry, optical design...
A book to keep on the shelf instead of keeping the courses notes...

I like the following, but be aware that no single book worth having will cover the range of topics you list.

Fundamentals of Photonics (Saleh and Teich)
Imaging Optics (Braat and Torok)
Introduction to Radiometry (Wolfe)

The "Handbook of Optics" is a fantastic reference as well.
 
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