The tutorial questions based on the Quantum Dot Lab v1.0 available online at Quantum Dot Lab. Students are asked to explore the various different quantum dot shapes, optimize the intra-band absorption through geometry variations, and consider the concepts of state symmetry and eigenstates.

Researchers should cite this work as follows:

• Gerhard Klimeck (2008), "Quantum Dot Spectra, Absorption, and State Symmetry: an Exercise," https://nanohub.org/resources/4203.

1. absorption
2. nanoelectronics
3. quantum dots
4. quantum mechanics
5. Schroedinger
6. selection rule