To work in a research environment in optical physics. Here I learned various lab techniques used in chemistry and geochemistry, as well as general procedures for conducting studies within a national laboratory setting. Gonzaga University Physics Dept. Gonzaga University Chemistry Dept.
Experience includes creation of transmission and rainbow holograms.
Central to this project were electromagnetic interface calculations involving an incident ray splitting into a TIR beam and a transmitted beam. The scope of calculations needed ultimately extended beyond both any published paper I could find and my own understanding of linear optics. However, I did learn a great deal about interfaces involving at least one anisotropic material. I have written Windows 95 software to control the printer using the Delphi development package. Sophomore Academic Excellence Award.