-Physics -Fundamentals of Solid-State for Engineering -Electromagnetism and Optics -Electronics engineering fundamentals

At the end of the course, students will be capable of: 1. Apply advanced knowledge of photonics to solve problems in new, multidisciplinary, or unfamiliar contexts related to the design and analysis of integrated photonic circuits. 2. Develop analytical and synthesis skills to propose suitable technical solutions for specific challenges in photonic devices and systems. 3. Design active and passive photonic devices, integrated on different technological platforms, and evaluate their performance through simulation and/or characterization. 4. Use professional photonic design tools, such as optical simulators and computer-aided design (CAD) environments, to create and optimize photonic circuits. 5. Understand current trends and emerging applications in the field of integrated photonics, including telecommunications, sensing, optical computing, and biotechnology. 6. Analyze real-world case studies and lessons learned in the implementation of photonic technologies to foster critical and innovative thinking. 7. Develop technical communication skills, both oral and written, to present results, ideas, and conclusions clearly and effectively to both specialized and non-specialized audiences. 8. Promote autonomous and lifelong learning, by providing students with strategies and resources to stay up to date in a rapidly evolving field.

THEORY: Topic 1: Introduction to Optoelectronic Circuits 1.1 Fundamentals of Photonics 1.2 Optoelectronic Devices 1.3 Introduction to Photonic Integration Topic 2: Photonic Waveguides and Passive Components 2.1 Light Propagation 2.2 Waveguides: Theory and Types 2.3 Passive Components in PICs: Couplers, Beam Splitters Topic 3: Active Photonic Components and Modulators 3.1 Active Components in PICs: Amplifiers, Lasers, Modulators 3.2 Operating Principles of Active Components 3.3 Design of Active Components: Fabrication Techniques Topic 4: Photonic Integration Platforms 4.1 CMOS-Compatible Platforms 4.2 Silicon Material in Photonics: Advantages and Challenges 4.3 Types of Active Platforms Topic 5: Advanced Integration Techniques and Future Applications 5.1 Nonlinear Optics, Neuromorphic Photonics, Quantum Optics 5.2 New Commercial Opportunities for PICs 5.3 Impact and Future Directions in the Industry SIMULATIONS: S1: Passive Elements S2: Active Elements S3: CAD Tools and Layout ¿ Use Cases LABORATORY: Laboratory Demonstrations: Active PICs

- Theoretical class - Practical class - Laboratory or computer lab sessions - Final exam - Individual student work - Group work