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Course Description

The 57th Annual Short Course, June 2024, Online

Infrared (IR) applications have increased dramatically over the last decade as arrays of infrared detectors have increased in size, performance, and availability. For 50 years, this internationally renowned course covering the field of infrared technology has served as an ideal primer for individuals wishing an intensive exposure to current thinking as well as an update for those seeking to review and refresh their knowledge. From a review of basic infrared detection methods, to an introduction to advanced focal planes and systems, instruction is geared to allow participants to immediately apply what they have learned. The course features infrared devices for military and commercial use — including both cooled and uncooled detectors.
 

Course Outline

Course Overview:

  • Online participants receive only the live daily lectures via Zoom (no labs, equipment demos, or company visits)
  • Commercial and Defense Infrared Applications
  • Technology of Advanced Infrared Detectors and Systems
  • Evaluation Techniques for Infrared Systems
     

Daily Topics:
       Day 1 – The Basics
       Day 2 – Detectors and Packaging
       Day 3 – Focal Plane Electronics
       Day 4 – FPA Characterization/Testing and Special Topics (TBA)
       Day 5 – Systems
 

Lecture Schedule

Instructors


Academic Credit (optional)
3 quarter units of post-graduate, professional credit. Credit is optional, students wanting credit must take the test offered Friday afternoon from 2-3pm. To obtain a copy of your transcript please visit the 'How to Order a Transcript' page.

 

Testimonials

How the Participants Rated the Course Last Year:
  • 100% said the course met their expectations
  • 100% would recommend this course to co-workers and colleagues
Who Attends?
In recent years, participants have included:
  • Personnel in government, public and private sectors
  • Infrared project engineers and managers
  • Users, potential users, developers, and testers of infrared equipment
  • Technical personnel broadening their knowledge of infrared
  • Researchers and engineers getting started in the field of infrared
     

Notes

Requests for full refunds must be received by June 12, 2023. There is a $40 processing fee for all refunds. No refunds will be granted after June 12, 2023. Requests must be submitted in writing to help@professional.ucsb.edu.
 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Online
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:30AM to 2:30PM
Dates
Jun 24, 2024 to Jun 28, 2024
Campus
Web-based Instruction
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
30.0
Location
  • Web-based Instruction
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $1,995.00
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Credit
3 units
Instructors
Section Notes

SPECIAL OFFER: Lock in Early-Bird pricing by enrolling now, and paying later. Use coupon code 'IR2023' at checkout.

Enrollment Information Register early. Enrollment deadline: June 20, 2024

  • Group Discount (15%) for 3 or more enrollments
  • Early Bird Discount (10%) by May 15, 2024
  • Corporate enrollments of 10+ participants? email help@professional.ucsb.edu
  • No enrollments will be accepted after June 20, 2024