Niagara College Canada

Advanced Lasers

Program Code (2120)
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
One Year
Welland Campus
Start date: September

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Career Opportunities

No sector of business or industry remains untouched by photonics—the science of generating and harnessing light. Put yourself light years ahead in the job market by acquiring photonics expertise.

Graduates of this leading-edge program will be prepared for careers in a number of sectors, including:

• Biotech and medical research
• Entertainment
• Fibre optics
• Holographic technology
• Imaging
• Laser technology
• Optical coatings
• Optical hardware design
• Space technology

The Niagara College Difference

• Niagara College is one of only two colleges in Ontario offering photonics education
• Students learn in dedicated photonics and microelectronics laboratories, as well as a teaching clean room facility
• Students gain skills in optical, laser and vacuum technologies
• Photonics graduates are in demand in Ontario and beyond

Related Links

Photonics Profiles and Articles

• Alex McGlashan Profile
  Star Wars meets the Garden Centre:
    Pruning greenhouse plants with a ray gun
• Ryan Glaves Profile
  Career satisfaction high for laser technology grad
• Carol Gordon Profile
  Photonics at Niagara: See the Light!

Photonics Links and Resources

• Living at the Speed of Light
  View Video
  
  
• Putting Light to Work
  ( Download PDF Document - 38 pages, 410K)
  A discussion paper on the Canadian Photonics Sector
  Canadian Photonics Consortium, September 2004

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Learn more about Photonics and Optics

• Optical Society of America
  www.osa.org
• International Society for Optical Engineering
  www.spie.org
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
  www.ieee.org
• Institute of Physics
  www.iop.org
• OPTIC - Ontario Photonics Technology Industry Cluster
  www.optic.on.ca

Testimonials and Profiles

With its emphasis on hands-on training and the development of practical skills, the Advanced Lasers program is ideal for university or college graduates who possess a strong theoretical background.

"Niagara College gave me the basic tools and knowledge required to be successful in my chosen field. Let's face it: There is nothing faster than the speed of light."

Rob Deboer,
Photonics Engineering Technician graduate

"The professors are passionate about what they do. They're always more than willing to go the extra mile to help you in any way they can."

Aaron Holland,
Bachelor of Applied Technology (Photonics) Student

Graduate Certificate Bursary

A $750 bursary is available to eligible students who are enrolled full-time in a Graduate Certificate Program. When applying for the bursary, you must complete a basic application form detailing your current financial status.

The Graduate Certificate Bursary application is available online at niagaracollege.ca/finaid.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements for 2010-11 (OSS):

• College Diploma in Engineering Technology with a Physics component or an undergraduate University Degree in Physics or Chemistry, OR an acceptable combination of related work experience and post-secondary education (as determined by the College), AND
• Proof of English proficiency.

Selection & Ranking Process:

• A test and/or portfolio may be required.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

• View Degree Opportunities by Institution
• View Degree Opportunities by Subject

For a complete listing of articulation agreements, please consult the Niagara College Transfer Guide.

Program Related Inquiries

Contact Information

Email: registrar@niagaracollege.ca
Niagara College Admissions Office: 905-735-2211, ext 7619

Apply now for this program online at www.OntarioColleges.ca

Information Last Modified:
Thu, November 20, 2008 at 02:04:05 PM ET

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