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Kickstart your career in the optics industry with hands-on training that combines science with the practical skills you need. You’ll explore the basics of light, lasers, and optical systems while practicing how to safely handle, clean, and assemble precision optical components used in high-tech industries.
These courses prepare you for entry-level jobs in optics and give you the confidence, knowledge, and experience to succeed in a fast-growing field where optical technology powers everything from lasers to advanced devices.
Courses
Build the skills needed for a career in the optics industry with hands-on training in light, lasers, and precision optical components. These courses prepare you for entry-level jobs and give you practical experience for high-tech careers.
Optics Assembler
Through hands-on training, students will master specialized techniques for identifying, handling, and cleaning delicate, high-value optical components. This program prepares students for entry-level positions as optics assemblers and handlers.
The program consists of two in-person classes, UAIT-140 Optics Science Fundamentals and UAIT-141 Optics Handling and Assembly, held at the Downtown Campus, 2nd floor, Room M250.
UAIT-140 will meet in person on Mondays and Wednesdays between August 24 - October 28 from 4 pm to 7:15 pm.
UAIT-141 will meet in person on Mondays and Wednesdays between November 2 - December 16 from 4 pm to 7:15 pm.
| Course | Start Date | End Date | Class Schedule | Time | Instructor | Location | Credits/CEUs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optics Science Fundamentals - UAIT-140 2 | Aug 24, 2026 | Oct 28, 2026 | Monday, Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 7:15 PM | Downtown | - |
| Course | Start Date | End Date | Class Schedule | Time | Instructor | Location | Credits/CEUs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optics Handling and Assembly - UAIT-141 3 | Nov 2, 2026 | Dec 16, 2026 | Monday, Wednesday | 4:00 PM - 7:15 PM | Downtown | - |
Optics Technician
Optics Technician
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