Laser Technology - Certificate of Achievement Level 3
Lasers are now the enabling devices of choice for many industries that range from medicine, entertainment, telecommunications, and aesthetics, to quality control. Their ubiquity has resulted in the sky-rocketing demand for personnel who are well-versed in laser technology for both technical and non-technical positions. We therefore give our students both theoretical and hands-on competencies needed to tackle most common problems and issues encountered in the laser/laser system environments through regular course and industry internships.
Students must satisfactorily complete all major and certificate courses with a grade of “C” or better and at least four courses must be completed at San José City College.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Comply with ANSI and OSHA laser safety standards.
- Verify the quality of laser parts and sub-assemblies, applying appropriate standards.
- Build lasers/laser systems following prescribed procedures.
- Write and/or follow procedures for lasers/laser systems testing and operation.
- Verify a laser/laser system’s reliability and compliance to performance specifications.
- Maintain and troubleshoot lasers/laser systems.
Certificate Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FMT 105 | Introduction to Industrial Electronics and Controls | 2.5 |
| LASER 100 | Laser Fundamentals and Performance Tests | 4 |
| LASER 101 | Rapid Laser Opto-Mechanics 3-D Prototyping | 4 |
| LASER 102 | Intermediate Laser Technology | 4 |
| LASER 103 | Advanced Laser Technology | 4 |
| LASER 104 | Fiber Laser Technology | 4 |
| PHYS 002A | Algebra/Trigonometry-Based Physics I | 4 |
| MATH 013 | Intermediate Algebra | 5 |
| Total Units | 31.5 | |