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MNT130: Introduction to Light and Lasers
– 4 credits
Introduces the fundamentals of light, optics, and lasers. Covers the nature and properties of light (such as energy, amplitude, wavelength, frequency, period, phase, propagation). Addresses geometrical optics (reflection, diffraction, imaging, thin lens formula, lens maker's equation), wave optics (interference, diffraction, polarization), and the basic principles and practical applications of lasers. Covers optical handling and positioning, light sources, laser classifications and safety. Contributes to knowledge and skills required for the Photonics Technician Operator certification exam. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, or MAT15+ or higher, OR an appropriate district placement for MAT15+ or higher, OR permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13569
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Z. Gray
Open
19 of 20 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
No textbook is required for the course. All materials will be provided free of charge through RioLearn.
Software Required
Microsoft Word or similar word processing software
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13570
Rio Salado
Online Class
Hybrid
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Z. Gray
Open
20 of 20 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Twelve (12) Week Class
No textbook is required for the course. All materials will be provided free of charge through RioLearn.
Software Required
Microsoft Word or similar word processing software
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
MNT130: Introduction to Light and Lasers – 4 credits
Introduces the fundamentals of light, optics, and lasers. Covers the nature and properties of light (such as energy, amplitude, wavelength, frequency, period, phase, propagation). Addresses geometrical optics (reflection, diffraction, imaging, thin lens formula, lens maker's equation), wave optics (interference, diffraction, polarization), and the basic principles and practical applications of lasers. Covers optical handling and positioning, light sources, laser classifications and safety. Contributes to knowledge and skills required for the Photonics Technician Operator certification exam. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, or MAT15+ or higher, OR an appropriate district placement for MAT15+ or higher, OR permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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13569
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Hybrid
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
19 of 20 Seats Available |
|
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|
13570
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Hybrid
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
20 of 20 Seats Available |
|
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