Course Overview:
This course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of quantum materials, focusing on their optical and spectroscopic properties. Students will explore various spectroscopic techniques used to study these properties and gain practical knowledge applicable to quantum information science research.

Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of quantum materials.
- Describe the optical properties of quantum materials.
- Explain the spectroscopic properties of quantum materials.
- Apply various optical and spectroscopic measurement techniques to study quantum materials.
- Utilize spectroscopic methods in quantum information science research.

There is no strong prerequisites but this course requires some basic knowledges in electromagnetism and optics.

"Optical Properties of Solids" by Mark Fox
"Introduction to Solid State Physics" by Charles Kittel
"Fundamentals of Quantum Materials: A Practical Guide" by Sudhindra Bose
Selected research papers and review articles (provided during the course)

1. Introduction to Quantum Materials
Definition and classification of quantum materials
Overview of quantum materials' significance in modern science
Applications in technology and quantum information science

2. Optical Properties of Quantum Materials
Basic principles of optics in quantum materials
Absorption, reflection, and transmission of light
Optical constants and their measurement
Photonic properties and band structure

3. Spectroscopic Properties of Quantum Materials
Fundamental spectroscopic principles
Types of spectra: absorption, emission, and Raman
Energy level transitions and selection rules
Electron-phonon interactions and their spectral signatures

4. Optical Measurement Techniques
UV-Vis spectroscopy: principles and applications
Photoluminescence spectroscopy: techniques and analysis
Time-resolved spectroscopy: understanding dynamics
Case studies on quantum materials

5. Advanced Spectroscopic Techniques
Vibrational spectroscopy: basics and quantum material applications
Nonlinear optical spectroscopy: second-harmonic generation (SHG), two-photon absorption
Case studies on quantum materials

6. Quantum Materials in Quantum Information Science
Quantum coherence and entanglement in materials
Role of defects and impurities in quantum information applications
Quantum dots and NV centers in diamond
Real-world applications: quantum computing and quantum communication

7. Experimental Techniques and Instrumentation
Overview of spectroscopic instrumentations
Lab demonstrations and hands-on practice

8. Research Applications and Case Studies

Lecture base