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Laser/Photonics/Optics Certificate

**Laser/Photonics/Optics Certificate- Suspended as of Fall 2022

Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, RoomT302, (847)543-2044

www.clcillinois.edu/programs/lpo
Degree: Certificate
Plan 24LA

This certificate provides career oriented students training to enter the laser/photonics/ optics support field. The skill sets involved in this certificate provide basic understanding of laser operation, safe handling of lasers and optics, manufacturing, applications, installation and maintenance..

CoURSE	Title	Hours
First Semester		10-13 Credits
course ^	*College Success Seminar*	*[2]*
course	Introduction to Lasers, Photonics and Optics	3
course	Fundamentals of Lights and Lasers	4
course	Electronic Laboratory Techniques or
course	Electrical Systems I	1-2
course	Electrical Systems II or
course	DC Circuit Fundamentals	1-2
course	Electrical Systems III or
course	AC Fundamentals	1-2
Second Semester		7 Credits
CoURSE	Title	Hours
course	Elements of Photonics	3
course	Photonics-Enabled Technologies	3
Total Hours for Certificate		16-19

^ The credit for CLC 120, College Success Seminar, is an institutional requirement for graduation. It is not part of the program requirements but must be completed with a D or better.

For more information on recommended courses or program specific advising, contact faculty member William Kellerhals at (847) 543-2616 or the Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences division at (847) 543-2044.

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