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Investigate and strengthen your knowledge of laser, photonics, and fiber optics technologies with our series of online courses for photonics technologists.
Designed to fit into your schedule, our self-paced courses allow users to register at any time and gain access immediately from your desktop or mobile device.
Courses Include
- Slideshow presentations
- Start learning on your own schedule – no waiting!
- Study at your own pace
- Theory fundamentals is 100% online
- Unlimited course access for up to 6 months from purchase date
- Option to complete practical session (see FAQ section for details)
Instructor help is available
All of our online laser-photonics courses are non-credit courses; however, there is an option to receive college credit.
If you wish to receive college credit, these courses are offered within the Electronics Engineering Technology Program at Indian River State College (IRSC). The cost of each course is determined by the current tuition rate and fees of IRSC.
For assistance with the admissions/registration process, please contact Casandra Raya, Program Coordinator, at craya@irsc.edu or (772) 462-7735.
| Course | Theory Session Date/Time | Registration (Theory) | Payment(Theory) | Hands-On Session Date/Time | Registration (Hands-On) | Payment (Hands-On) |
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Introduction to Photonics |
Open entry, self-paced
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Geometrical and Physical Optics |
Open entry, self-paced |
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Fundamentals of Fiber Optics |
Open entry, self-paced |
Currently Unavailable |
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Laser Systems and Applications |
Open entry, self-paced |
Currently Unavailable |
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Introduction to Spectroscopy |
Coming Soon |
Coming Soon |
Coming Soon |
Coming Soon |
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Coming Soon |
Please note that we are unable to accept international payments at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
*The practical session includes 2 full days of hands-on labs at Indian River State College. If you wish to attend the practical session, fill out this form. The sessions are scheduled based on the number of people who wish to attend. We will do our best to work with you and other students to accommodate your schedules.
**The hands-on laboratory session is available to the remote format at no charge. You will need to purchase the LASER-TEC Light and Optics Experiment Kit to complete the practical which includes the lab manual and all necessary tools and components. The remote session is not be instructor-led. Students will use the lab videos for guidance; however, instructor assistance is available if needed.
Who should take these courses?
- Technicians/technologists who wish to update their knowledge in these disciplines for personal and professional career growth
- Technical sales personnel
- College educators
- High school STEM teachers
Am I eligible for any discounts?
K-12 and college educators can apply for a full scholarship.
Is there a textbook or any other materials required for these courses?
All necessary materials are provided electronically at no cost.
What kind of certification do I receive upon completion of the courses?
Upon completion, you will receive a LASER-TEC e-certificate. LASER-TEC is chartered by the National Science Foundation.
Can I receive college credit for these courses?
If you wish to receive college credit, these courses are offered within the Electronics Engineering Technology Program at Indian River State College. For assistance with the admissions/registration process, please contact Casandra Raya, Program Coordinator, at craya@irsc.edu or (772) 462-7735.
What is included in the practical session and how can I participate?
The practical session includes 2 full days of hands-on labs at Indian River State College. If you wish to attend the practical session, fill out this form. The sessions are scheduled based on the number of people who wish to attend. We will do our best to work with you and other students to accommodate your schedules.
Is there an option to participate in the practical session remotely?
The practical session is available to complete remotely at no charge for the following courses:
- Introduction to Photonics
- Geometrical and Physical Optics
You will need to purchase the LASER-TEC Light and Optics Experiment Kit to complete the practical which includes the lab manual and all necessary tools and components. The remote session will not be instructor-led. Students will use the lab videos for guidance; however, instructor assistance is available if needed.
Where are practical sessions offered?
The practical sessions are offered at Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, Florida.
I am not participating in the practical session. Can I still watch the lab videos?
Yes, videos are available on the course page.
What are the completion requirements?
Each course includes an intermediate and final student assessment. Results of 70% or higher are required to pass each course. Student can take the assessments as many times as needed to successfully finish each course.
If I encounter a technical problem when accessing a course, how can I get help?
For technical assistance, please email us at info@laser-tec.org.
If I have questions or issues with the course content, is the instructor’s help available?
Yes, the instructor will be available to assist with questions or concerns regarding the course content.
“This course gives good broad baseline knowledge of photonics and laser safety. As such, it is a necessary building block for more advanced classes. For a company working with lasers, this course gives a new employee the basic understanding of the equipment and safety requirements. Rather than teaching the employees in the company, here they know that nothing is left out, the teaching is done by a quality teacher, and there is independent prove of training to show the employees are qualified for the work with photonics equipment. The theory section being offered fully online gives the flexibility necessary even if the company is in a different town or even state. But the most beneficial part for me is the practical part of the course. My company will be new to using lasers and this course gives my the hands-on perspective that the textbooks and video lectures alone lack. I’m looking forward to the more advanced courses that follow.”
“Having a laser laboratory and courses so readily accessible for educators is an amazing opportunity. Photonics is an important part of many careers and becoming a part of everyday life. Being knowledgeable about photonics makes me able to open my students up to possibilities they may not have ever considered.”
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