MFGT2520 — Elements of Photonics with NANO
Academic Division: Business, Industry and Technology Academic Discipline: Manufacturing Technology Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD 2 Credit(s) This course covers the operational characteristics of lasers. Lasers are very useful in areas such as material processing, measurement, laser sensing and imaging, medicine, military apps, entertainment and holography. Solid state technology and applications of NANO technology is also introduced in this course. UG 2 Lab Hour(s) 1 Lecture Hour(s); Required Prepare and maintain a detailed lab notebook of experiments and activities. Week 1 through week 16 of semester Maintain lab notebook to industry specs. 2. Complete labs observing safety rules for handling light and laser equipment. Week 1 through week 16 of semester. Follow safety rules according to OSHA regs. 3. Complete math calculations to expected level of accuracy. Week 1 through week 16 of semester Maintain lab notebook to industry standards. 4. Evaluate various types of lasers through case studies and labs. Entire semester Lab notebook entries and exams 5. Demonstrate understanding of principles of optical radiation used in radar, optical, thermal and photon detectors. First half of semester. Complete labs and written materials, exams and case studies. Maintain lab notebook to industry standards. 6. Identify fiber optic applications in local businesses and enterprises. Second half of semester. Complete labs and written materials, exams and case studies. Maintain lab notebook
Prerequisites: MFGT2510