Display Systems

Course Description:

This course provides an in-depth understanding of display technologies used in modern electronic and visual systems. It covers a wide range of display types, including head-mounted displays, low-power lighting systems, TFTs, LCDs, and various emissive displays. Students will explore the technical requirements, working principles, and recent advancements in display device technologies.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Understand the operational principles and technical specifications of various display systems
Analyze the working of head-mounted displays and their applications
Evaluate different types of low-power lighting systems used in displays
Understand the structure and functioning of TFTs and LCDs
Compare and contrast different emissive display technologies
Identify recent trends and innovations in display technology

Module I: Fundamentals of Display Systems

Introduction to display systems
Classification and applications
Technical requirements for different display types
Parameters: resolution, refresh rate, brightness, contrast ratio
Environmental and energy considerations

Module II: Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs)

Principles of head-mounted displays
Optical design and ergonomics
Types: monocular, binocular, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR)
Applications in gaming, training, and industry
Challenges in design: latency, field of view, power consumption

Module III: Low-Power Lighting Systems

Overview of lighting technologies in displays
LED and OLED technologies
Power efficiency and thermal management
Backlighting techniques in LCDs
Energy-saving display strategies

Module IV: TFT and LCD Display Technology

Structure and function of Thin Film Transistors (TFTs)
Construction and working of Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs)
Active vs. passive matrix displays
Color generation and pixel control
Advantages and limitations of LCD/TFT displays

Module V: Emissive Display Technologies

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) fundamentals
Plasma Display Panels (PDP)
Organic LED (OLED) and MicroLED displays
Electroluminescent and field emission displays
Comparison of emissive vs. non-emissive systems

Module VI: Recent Advancements in Display Technology

Flexible and foldable displays
Transparent and 3D displays
Quantum dot technology
E-paper and reflective displays
Future trends: holographic, stretchable, and nano-based displays

Course Study Materials

Fundamentals of Display Systems

This module introduces the basics of display technologies, the requirements of various applications, and the technical parameters that define display performance. It sets the foundation for understanding how and why display systems differ.

Fundamentals of Display Systems
Disp Sys - Assessment 1 20 Questions

Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs)

Explores the structure, functioning, and application of head-mounted displays. The focus is on immersive technologies including virtual and augmented reality, and the design challenges specific to wearable visual systems.

Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs)
Disp Sys - Assessment 2 20 Questions

Low-Power Lighting Systems

Covers energy-efficient lighting technologies used in displays. Emphasizes LED and OLED systems and how they are integrated into display devices to minimize power consumption while maintaining visual quality.

Low-Power Lighting Systems
Disp Sys - Assessment 3 20 Questions

TFT and LCD Display Technology

Discusses the inner workings of TFT and LCD-based displays, including pixel operation, matrix types, and color control. Focus is placed on understanding how these technologies dominate current flat-panel display markets.

TFT and LCD Display Technology
Disp Sys - Assessment 4 20 Questions

Emissive Display Technologies

Introduces self-light-emitting displays and explains their advantages over non-emissive types. This includes detailed discussion on OLEDs, plasma, and newer MicroLEDs, with an emphasis on performance, durability, and applications.

Emissive Display Technologies
Disp Sys - Assessment 5 20 Questions

Recent Advancements in Display Technology

Covers the latest innovations such as foldable, transparent, and holographic displays. Students will examine how cutting-edge materials and nanotechnology are shaping the future of display devices.

Recent Advancements in Display Technology
Disp Sys - Assessment 6 20 Questions

Disp Sys - Final Assessment

Disp Sys - Final Assessment 50 Questions

The certificate issued for the Course will have

Student's Name
Photograph
Course Title
Certificate Number
Date of Course Completion
Name(s) and Logo(s) of the Certifying Bodies

Only the e-certificate will be made available. No Hard copies. The certificates issued by Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science & Technology (PMIST). can be e-verifiable at www.ulektzskills.com/verify.

Students will be assessed both at the end of each module and at the end of the Course.
Students scoring a minimum of 50% in the assessments are considered for Certifications