Delve into the intricacies of photonic integrated circuits in this detailed learning track. Starting with fundamental principles, you'll understand light's behavior within waveguides, emphasizing the unique properties of various types, including slab, ridge, and bent waveguides. Harness the power of Lumerical's comprehensive tools—Mode, FEEM, FDTD, and Interconnect—for hands-on waveguide design and simulation. Explore the significance of effective indices, waveguide modes, and dispersion. The learning track also highlights bent waveguide characteristics and their role in photonic designs. By the end, you'll possess a thorough understanding of waveguide design, fortified by practical insights from the Lumerical software ecosystem. This Lumerical Waveguide Design Learning Track was developed by Ozen Engineering. Important Links: Lumerical documentations: Ansys Optics