BMDT 201 Laser Electronics

3 credits

This course provides the technical principles and basic knowledge associated with various electrical systems and circuits found in photonics and electro-optical systems and devices such as lasers. Its purpose is to provide technicians with the knowledge and skills to adapt and modify laser systems to ensure that they operate safely and reliably. The course also emphasizes data acquisition principles involving monitoring and/or controlling signals with a computer in a scientific, testing, or manufacturing environment. Students gain experience in real-world data acquisition applications.

Prerequisites: BMDT 100 and LASR 203

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain the anatomy of laser systems electronic hardware and the ancillary equipment that deals with electrical energy, input, and output
Implement electronic and electro-optic instrumentation and basic measurement for troubleshooting.
Describe the fundamental principles of electronic/optical sensors and detectors found in laser systems
Explain the operational principles of laser systems power supplies such as gas, ion, diode, fiber, and pulsed
Describe the role of data acquisition in the laser system manufacturing industry
Demonstrate applications using real-world sensors, optical detectors, and input signal conditioning
Use relevant data acquisition software such as LabVIEW
Perform basic statistical analysis on data and arrive at correct conclusions based on data
Demonstrate proficiency in safety, lab techniques, and troubleshooting within a team environment

Total Hours: 50 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40