Introduction to Ray, Wave, and Beam Optics with Applications

This book introduces the fundamentals of optics, a field essential to both everyday life and advanced technologies, yet often overlooked in engineering education. Importantly, it includes chapters on complex light, as well as light-based applications. Designed for both students and industry professionals, it aims to make optics accessible while inspiring curiosity, using practical exercises with tools like OSLO, Zemax OpticStudio, and Matlab to deepen understanding.