Educational Activities
The Florida Photonics Cluster (FPC) works closely with our partners at the
University of Central Florida, Valencia Community College, and the Florida High
Technology Corridor Council to develop education programs that meet
industrial needs for graduates of degree programs and for continuing
education of current employees. Inputs from FPC member companies are a
primary resource for defining the needed programs. In addition, the FPC
supports photonics-related programs for K-12 education in science and
technology for both students and teachers.
Graduate Program at the University of Central Florida
The College of Optics and Photonics at UCF offers MS and PhD degrees in
Optics. Full information on these programs is available at http://www.optics.ucf.
edu/Academics/Prospective/Default.aspx
Engineering Technology Program at the University of Central Florida
UCF offers a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with a
concentration in photonics. (BSEET-Photonics). Full information on this
program is available at
http://www.ent.ucf.edu/undergraduate/photonics/newindex.htm
Fiber Optics Technician Training available at UCF
Last August, the University of Central Florida's Division of Continuing Education
completed yet another successful round of Fiber Optics Certification courses.
Participants from all across the country received the very latest in Fiber Optics
hands-on training and Certification.
UCF CE has been collaborating with BDI DataLynk for the past two years to
provide these 5 day Fiber Optics Training programs. Their continued efforts to
provide the Central Florida community with the very latest in technical training,
has led them to introduce two new courses to their program offerings: the
Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist and the Certified Fiber to the Home
Technician courses. These programs are intended for anyone wanting to
become a Certified Fiber Optics Technician, architect, installer, and project
manager.
The program features 75% hands on activities and prepares the student to take
the certification exams given and graded the final day of class. Training is
provided by certified professionals with over 20 years of industry experience
and covers the following topics: Examining and recognizing various connector
and cable types design, installation, termination, splicing, and testing of fiber
optic networks as well as a variety of testing standards, equipment and
technological approaches used in fiber network testing and maintenance.
UCF Continuing Education is now taking registrations for the next Certified
Fiber Optics Technician course starting on October 29, 2007 and the Certified
Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist course scheduled to begin on November 1,
2007. Register early, since space is limited to 14 participants. If you wish to
learn more about dates, pricing & how your organization can qualify for up to
50% reimbursement of your training investment, please contact Brian
Marchena at 407-882-0237 or visit our www.ce.ucf.edu for information on this
and all of our other programs.
Certified Fiber Optic Installer training (FOT-CFI) - ETA Certification
February 18, 19, 20, 12 over President's Week; as well as
August 18, 19, 20, 21.
HYATT Place, 8741 International Drive
Orlando, FL
Certified Fiber Optic Installer training is a four day course designed for those
who design, install or maintain Fiber Optic Systems. It identifies you as an
installer who demonstrates a practical knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes,
standards and practices widely accepted in the Telecommunications Industry
today. In addition this training incorporates two days of hands-on training
including Fiber Terminations, Cable preparations, Fusion splicing, OTDR
operation and Optical Loss Testing. Learn skills which are applicable to all the
functions required to safely and competently install fiber optics
communications cabling.
See: http://www.thefiberschool.com/training_FOT-CFI-OR-FL.aspx for more
information.
Register before December 16, 2007 to receive a free fiber optic tool kit: http:
//www.thefiberschool.com/toolboxoffer.aspx?add=Free+Toolkit&dir=http://www.
thefiberschool.com/toolboxoffer.aspx
Valencia Community College
Valencia Community College (Valencia) is a leader in providing over 100
Associate in Science Degrees and Certificate Programs meeting the ever-
changing workforce needs of Central Florida.
Valencia's West Campus offers a state recognized technical certificate program
in Lasers and Photonics Technology designed to prepare students for
immediate placement in the Optics and Photonics industries. Students are
also encouraged to pursue an Associate Degree in Electronics Engineering
Technology with specialization in Laser and Photonics.
Valencia offers a customized training program in Lasers and Electro-Optical
Devices to Northrop/Grumman Laser Systems (Apopka, FL) enhancing NGLS
Laser Techs working knowledge and experience.
http://www.valenciacc.edu/west/engineering
Electronics Engineering Technology with specialization in Laser and Photonics
program at Valencia Community College is designed to produce highly skilled
technicians capable of assisting in design, operation, and servicing optics,
photonics, and lasers systems and equipment.
Valencia is one of the state’s ranking of the community colleges delivering
optics and lasers curriculum. The state of the art laboratory at the west campus
provides students with exceptional hands-on training and experience.
Effective August 2007, Valencia will offer the Laser and Photonics Technician
Technical certificate program. This program includes the basic components as
identified by laser and optics industry.
The program has created an environment to enhanced and accelerated
knowledge transfer between Valencia and industry. The relationships
developed with the local and district business and industry has facilitated
increased student recruiting and internship opportunities.
For further information, please visit Valencia’s Architecture, Engineering, and
Technology Department Website at: http://www.valenciacc.
edu/west/engineering/.
techPATH – Photonics
Recognizing the need for a high tech workforce, the Florida High Tech Corridor
Council (FHTCC) established as one of its educational initiatives - techPATH.
Involving representatives from a variety of educational affiliations and high tech
companies, techPATH is "cultivating tomorrow's workforce" through a variety of
innovative programs including techCAMPs, which are free one- or two-day high
tech workshops offered to middle and high school educators to provide them
with the knowledge and tools necessary to guide students in their pursuit of
high tech careers. The FPC is working with the FHTCC, UCF, and Valencia
Community College to develop a Photonics techPATH program.
Other Resources
The international optical societies, particularly SPIE and OSA, provide a
directory of programs. SPIE has a searchable directory on the web at www.
opticseducation.org
University of Central Florida, Valencia Community College, and the Florida High
Technology Corridor Council to develop education programs that meet
industrial needs for graduates of degree programs and for continuing
education of current employees. Inputs from FPC member companies are a
primary resource for defining the needed programs. In addition, the FPC
supports photonics-related programs for K-12 education in science and
technology for both students and teachers.
Graduate Program at the University of Central Florida
The College of Optics and Photonics at UCF offers MS and PhD degrees in
Optics. Full information on these programs is available at http://www.optics.ucf.
edu/Academics/Prospective/Default.aspx
Engineering Technology Program at the University of Central Florida
UCF offers a Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering Technology with a
concentration in photonics. (BSEET-Photonics). Full information on this
program is available at
http://www.ent.ucf.edu/undergraduate/photonics/newindex.htm
Fiber Optics Technician Training available at UCF
Last August, the University of Central Florida's Division of Continuing Education
completed yet another successful round of Fiber Optics Certification courses.
Participants from all across the country received the very latest in Fiber Optics
hands-on training and Certification.
UCF CE has been collaborating with BDI DataLynk for the past two years to
provide these 5 day Fiber Optics Training programs. Their continued efforts to
provide the Central Florida community with the very latest in technical training,
has led them to introduce two new courses to their program offerings: the
Certified Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist and the Certified Fiber to the Home
Technician courses. These programs are intended for anyone wanting to
become a Certified Fiber Optics Technician, architect, installer, and project
manager.
The program features 75% hands on activities and prepares the student to take
the certification exams given and graded the final day of class. Training is
provided by certified professionals with over 20 years of industry experience
and covers the following topics: Examining and recognizing various connector
and cable types design, installation, termination, splicing, and testing of fiber
optic networks as well as a variety of testing standards, equipment and
technological approaches used in fiber network testing and maintenance.
UCF Continuing Education is now taking registrations for the next Certified
Fiber Optics Technician course starting on October 29, 2007 and the Certified
Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist course scheduled to begin on November 1,
2007. Register early, since space is limited to 14 participants. If you wish to
learn more about dates, pricing & how your organization can qualify for up to
50% reimbursement of your training investment, please contact Brian
Marchena at 407-882-0237 or visit our www.ce.ucf.edu for information on this
and all of our other programs.
Certified Fiber Optic Installer training (FOT-CFI) - ETA Certification
February 18, 19, 20, 12 over President's Week; as well as
August 18, 19, 20, 21.
HYATT Place, 8741 International Drive
Orlando, FL
Certified Fiber Optic Installer training is a four day course designed for those
who design, install or maintain Fiber Optic Systems. It identifies you as an
installer who demonstrates a practical knowledge of fiber optic theory, codes,
standards and practices widely accepted in the Telecommunications Industry
today. In addition this training incorporates two days of hands-on training
including Fiber Terminations, Cable preparations, Fusion splicing, OTDR
operation and Optical Loss Testing. Learn skills which are applicable to all the
functions required to safely and competently install fiber optics
communications cabling.
See: http://www.thefiberschool.com/training_FOT-CFI-OR-FL.aspx for more
information.
Register before December 16, 2007 to receive a free fiber optic tool kit: http:
//www.thefiberschool.com/toolboxoffer.aspx?add=Free+Toolkit&dir=http://www.
thefiberschool.com/toolboxoffer.aspx
Valencia Community College
Valencia Community College (Valencia) is a leader in providing over 100
Associate in Science Degrees and Certificate Programs meeting the ever-
changing workforce needs of Central Florida.
Valencia's West Campus offers a state recognized technical certificate program
in Lasers and Photonics Technology designed to prepare students for
immediate placement in the Optics and Photonics industries. Students are
also encouraged to pursue an Associate Degree in Electronics Engineering
Technology with specialization in Laser and Photonics.
Valencia offers a customized training program in Lasers and Electro-Optical
Devices to Northrop/Grumman Laser Systems (Apopka, FL) enhancing NGLS
Laser Techs working knowledge and experience.
http://www.valenciacc.edu/west/engineering
Electronics Engineering Technology with specialization in Laser and Photonics
program at Valencia Community College is designed to produce highly skilled
technicians capable of assisting in design, operation, and servicing optics,
photonics, and lasers systems and equipment.
Valencia is one of the state’s ranking of the community colleges delivering
optics and lasers curriculum. The state of the art laboratory at the west campus
provides students with exceptional hands-on training and experience.
Effective August 2007, Valencia will offer the Laser and Photonics Technician
Technical certificate program. This program includes the basic components as
identified by laser and optics industry.
The program has created an environment to enhanced and accelerated
knowledge transfer between Valencia and industry. The relationships
developed with the local and district business and industry has facilitated
increased student recruiting and internship opportunities.
For further information, please visit Valencia’s Architecture, Engineering, and
Technology Department Website at: http://www.valenciacc.
edu/west/engineering/.
techPATH – Photonics
Recognizing the need for a high tech workforce, the Florida High Tech Corridor
Council (FHTCC) established as one of its educational initiatives - techPATH.
Involving representatives from a variety of educational affiliations and high tech
companies, techPATH is "cultivating tomorrow's workforce" through a variety of
innovative programs including techCAMPs, which are free one- or two-day high
tech workshops offered to middle and high school educators to provide them
with the knowledge and tools necessary to guide students in their pursuit of
high tech careers. The FPC is working with the FHTCC, UCF, and Valencia
Community College to develop a Photonics techPATH program.
Other Resources
The international optical societies, particularly SPIE and OSA, provide a
directory of programs. SPIE has a searchable directory on the web at www.
opticseducation.org
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Florida Photonics Cluster
