Laser/Electro-Optics Technology
4½ Semester Program
Program Coordinator and Instructor: K. Buffaloe
Instructors: Fitzen, Larson, Shepherd, Womack
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Information
See Laser/Electro-Optics Programs
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One Advanced Technical
Certificate, one Associate
of Applied Science degree, and one Bachelor
of Applied Science degree are available.
Objective: To provide students with the skills to work in an
ever-expanding laser/optics field. Graduates in this program will be
able to perform duties such as cavity alignment for medical lasers, optical
path alignment for scientific testing and many numerous applications that
deal with the light spectrum. They will be efficient with optoelectronic
components for triggering and sensing circuits; lens configurations for distance
and movement measurements; fiber optics for data transfer and optical alignments
and will have a basic knowledge of laser to computer communication. This
is a hands on learning environment with practical industry challenges.
For a Program Information Packet, use this link, which leads to descriptions of each program in general, course
descriptions, lists of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools,
uniforms, fees, and other expenses. The URL is http://www.isu.edu/ctech/programs.shtml
All theory classes in this program require concurrent enrollment in the
laboratory classes in which these theories are applied. For example, a student
enrolled in ELTR 143 Electronic Theory must also enroll in ELTR 146 Electronic
Laboratory.
Selection of the Electronics option for each accepted student in the Electronic
Core curriculum will occur in the second semester. Acceptance into particular
options is based upon available openings and other factors such as a grade
point average and attendance.
Advanced Technical Certificate in Laser/Electro-Optics Technology
(4½ Semesters)
Required Courses:
See Electronics
Core Curriculum section for required Electronics core courses.
Students must register concurrently for the lab course associated with each
theory course.
ELTR 269 Electronic Drafting I 2 cr
ELEO 233 Optoelectronics and Data
Acquisitions Theory 5 cr
ELEO 234 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions
Lab 5 cr
ELEO 245 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 246 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Lab 6 cr
ELEO 247 Geometric Optics and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 248 Geometric Optics and Applications Lab 6 cr
General Education Requirements:
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 cr
TGE 158 Employment Strategies 2 cr
TOTAL: 76 cr
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Laser/Electro-Optics Technology
(4½ Semesters)
Required Courses:
See Electronics
Core Curriculum section for required Electronics core courses.
Students must register concurrently for the lab course associated with each
theory course.
ELTR 269 Electronic Drafting I 2 cr
ELEO 233 Optoelectronics and Data
Acquisitions Theory 5 cr
ELEO 234 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions
Lab 5 cr
ELEO 245 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 246 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Lab 6 cr
ELEO 247 Geometric Optics and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 248 Geometric Optics and Applications Lab 6 cr
General Education Requirements:
ENGL 101 English Composition 3 cr
Goal 2 3 cr
Goal 3 3 cr
One of Goals 6, 7, 9, 10A, 11 or 12 3 cr
TGE 158 Employment Strategies 2 cr
TOTAL: 82 cr
The courses listed above will be taught in sequential blocks of instruction.
Successful completion of a course is required before the student can progress
in the program. If the student fails any math, theory, or lab course, then
that course must be repeated and a passing grade obtained before the student
can advance in the program. The student must exit the program and make up their
deficiency through Technical General Education or other appropriate methods.
The student will then be allowed to repeat the course at the next available
program opening.
Once a student successfully completes Electronics (ELTR) 141, Applied Mathematics
I, and ELTR 142, Applied Mathematics II, the student may enroll directly
into an academic math course which requires Math 147 as a prerequisite. Students
will receive five credits that apply towards the 128 credits required for
a bachelor's degree.
Courses
Official articulation agreements have been established with other Idaho post-secondary
and secondary schools. Where these
agreements exist, the specific block of training (i.e., session/semester/year)
will be accepted as equivalent to that at Idaho State University and will count equally toward
graduation.
Based on your keyboarding skills, you may be required to take a 1 credit
Keyboarding class in order to meet the competencies of the program.
See courses
with the ELTR prefix
See courses with
the ELSY prefix
ELEO Prefix
ELEO
233 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisition Theory 5 credits. Mathematical
analysis and application methods of discrete opto-electronic and semiconductor
components. Analysis and troubleshooting of power supplies for
laser applications. Exercises in computer-aided data monitoring
and analysis. Photonics safety. PREREQ: Electronics Core Courses. Su
ELEO
234 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions Lab 5 credits. Experiments
developed to enhance and supply practical hands-on experience of theory covered
in ELEO 233. PREREQ: Electronics Core Courses. Su
ELEO 245 Laser Fundamentals and Applications Theory
6 credits. The
dual nature of light and how light interacts with various media. Topics
include: multiple types of detection techniques, laser safety and practices,
laser cavity fundamentals, various types of Q-switching, and fiber optic
theory and applications. PREREQ: ELEO 233 and ELEO 234. F
ELEO 246
Laser Fundamentals and Applications Lab 6 credits. Experiments
developed to enhance and supply practical hands-on experience of theory covered
in ELEO 245. F
ELEO 247 Geometric
Optics and Applications Theory 6 credits. Movement
of light through optical systems.
Analytical and graphical study of reflection and refraction. PREREQ:
Electronics Core Courses. S
ELEO 248 Geometric
Optics and Applications Lab 6 credits. Experiments developed
to enhance and supply practical hands-on experience of theory covered
in ELEO 247. COREQ: ELEO 247. S
ELEO 298 Special Topics 1-8 credits. Addresses
the specific needs of individuals, enabling students to upgrade their technical
skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently
available through the program’s full-time pre-employment curriculum.
PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D
