Laser/Electro-Optics Technology
4½ Semester Program
Program Coordinator and Instructor:
Slack
Instructor: Norton
Faculty
Information
Laser/Electro-Optics Programs
Courses
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 a description of the program, course
descriptions, list of course sequences, and the cost of books, tools,
uniforms, fees, and other expenses.
This program requires students to achieve certain grades in order
to
advance each semester. Specific information is available in the
program's student handbook.
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 0143 Electronic Theory must also enroll in
ELTR 0146 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:
RCET 0271 Introduction to Lab Simulation Software 2 cr
ELEO 0233 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions
Theory 5 cr
ELEO 0234 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions
Lab 5 cr
ELEO 0245 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 0246 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Lab 6 cr
ELEO 0247 Geometric Optics and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 0248 Geometric Optics and Applications Lab 6 cr
TGE 0158 Employment Strategies 2 cr
General Education
Requirement:
ENGL 1101 English Composition 3 cr
TOTAL: 76 cr
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Laser/Electro-Optics
Technology
(4½ Semesters)
See
A.A.S. Degree General Education Requirements linked here (minimum 15
credits)
Required Courses:
RCET 0271 Introduction to Lab Simulation Software 2 cr
ELEO 0233 Optoelectronics and Data
Acquisitions Theory 5 cr
ELEO 0234 Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions
Lab 5 cr
ELEO 0245 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 0246 Laser Fundamentals and Applications
Lab 6 cr
ELEO 0247 Geometric Optics and Applications
Theory 6 cr
ELEO 0248 Geometric Optics and Applications Lab 6 cr
TGE 0158 Employment Strategies 2 cr
ENGL 1101 English Composition 3 cr
(contributes to AAS English/Communication Requirement)
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) 0141,
Applied Mathematics I, and ELTR 0142, Applied Mathematics II, the
student may enroll directly into an academic math course which requires
MATH 1147 as a prerequisite.
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.
ELEO Prefix
ELEO 0233
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 0234
Optoelectronics and Data Acquisitions Lab 5 credits. Experiments
developed to enhance and supply practical hands-on experience of theory
covered in ELEO 0233. PREREQ: Electronics Core Courses. Su
ELEO 0245 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 0233 and
ELEO 0234. F
ELEO 0246 Laser Fundamentals and
Applications Lab 6 credits. Experiments
developed to enhance and supply practical hands-on experience of theory
covered in ELEO 0245. F
ELEO 0247 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 0248 Geometric Optics and Applications Lab
6 credits. Experiments developed to enhance and supply practical
hands-on experience of theory covered in ELEO 0247. COREQ: ELEO
0247. S
ELEO 0296
Independent Study 1-8 credits. Addresses
specific learning needs of individuals for the enhancement of knowledge
and
skills within the program area under the guidance of an instructor. May be repeated. Graded
S/U, or may be letter-graded. PREREQ:
Permission of the instructor. D
ELEO 0298 Special
Topics 1-8 credits. Addresses the
specific needs of industry, enabling students to upgrade technical
skills that
are not included in the current program curriculum.
May be repeated. Graded S/U, or
may be letter-graded. PREREQ: Permission
of instructor. D
