Physics 2135 (Engineering Physics II)

Lecture 27: Thin Film Interference

Objectives:
  • Determine whether or not a phase change occurs when a wave is reflected
  • Calculate the phase difference between waves reflecting of the front and back surfaces of a thin film
  • Calculate thin film thicknesses for constructive or destructive interference
Lecture Notes: Videos:

Announcements Powerpoint
Phase Change due to Reflection Video Powerpoint
Phase Change due to Path Length Difference Video Powerpoint
Thin Film Interference Video Powerpoint
Thin Film Interference Example 1 Video Powerpoint
Thin Film Interference Example 2 Video Powerpoint

Videos produced and narrated by Dr. Allan Pringle.