Advanced Optics and Photonics Technology Certificate of Achievement
Program Overview
The Advanced Optics and Photonics Technology Certificate of Achievement program at Cañada College equips students with advanced skills in photonics and laser technology. Through hands-on training and industry-relevant coursework, students develop expertise in optics, photonics modeling, laser technology, and optical devices. The program prepares graduates for careers in various fields, including personal devices, alternative energy, healthcare, telecommunications, and aerospace.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Advanced Optics and Photonics Technology Certificate of Achievement program at Cañada College provides advanced hands-on skills and training in industry-relevant science and engineering principles of Photonics and Laser Technology (PALT). PALT deals with the generation, harnessing, sensing, and manipulation of light and other forms of radiant energy (solid-state lighting, lasers, lamps, LEDs, etc.) through various mechanical, optical, and electrical systems. This field plays a vital role in driving innovation in many industries.
Objectives:
Students who complete the program will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of math, science, and engineering to identify, formulate, and solve optics and photonics problems.
- Communicate effectively and work well in situations that require teamwork.
- Design and perform tests or experiments, analyze and interpret data, and prepare a report summarizing the results of the tests or experiments.
- Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering and computer tools necessary for optics and photonics engineering practice.
Outline:
Course Schedule:
The program consists of the following core courses:
- PALT 401: Introduction to Photonics and Laser Technology (2 units)
- PALT 402: Geometrical Optics (4 units)
- PALT 403: Optics and Photonics Modeling and Design (3 units)
- PALT 404: Wave Optics (4 units)
- PALT 405: Introduction to Laser Technology (3 units)
- PALT 406: Components and Devices in Photonics and Laser Technology (2 units)
- PALT 407: Optical Coating Technology (3 units)
- PALT 408: Optical Fibers (3 units)
Careers:
Career Opportunities:
Photonics and laser technology relates to generating and harnessing light and other forms of radiant energy. This technology can be applied to various other fields of technology and entertainment, including personal devices (displays, touchscreens), alternative energy (Solar), manufacturing (3D and laser additive manufacturing), healthcare, telecommunication, environmental monitoring, homeland security, aerospace, solid-state lighting, and many others.
Career Outcomes:
Due to the diverse applications of this technology, the optics and photonics job opportunities available to all students with optics and photonics skills are varied. The primary occupations for students skilled in optics and photonics relate to the development and operation of optics and photonics equipment and technology, and job titles include Laser and/or Photonics Technicians
