Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications

June 2024! Learn from the Experts. You'll get the training you need for the latest technology. We've been running this course successfully for over 50 years! In-Person and Live Online class options available.

Why Modern IR Detectors & System Applications?

Get the training you need on the latest IR technology by participating in daily lectures. Taught by a team of nationally-recognized, experienced leaders in the field, this course will provide what you need to know to succeed as an engineer and/or user or of IR technology.

Group (15%) and early-bird (10%) discounts are available. Corporate groups of 10+ enrollments? Please email help@professional.ucsb.edu.

IN-PERSON and ONLINE attendance available

Learn and experience a variety of topics…

Commercial & Defense IR Applications

Technology of Advanced IR Detectors & Systems

Infrared Detector Packaging and Testing

Cooled and Uncooled detectors

Focal Plane Electronics

Evaluation Techniques for IR Systems

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“I find it exciting to watch the students learn during the class. Between the informative lectures, practical lab sessions and company visits, they make a quantum jump in their understanding of infrared technology. Come join us!”

-Alan Hoffman, Ph.D.
Chief Scientist, Acumen Scientific
Modern Infrared Course Coordinator and Instructor

Course Information

Curriculum Instructors

2024 COURSE SCHEDULE (click to register)
Course Offerings	Units	June 2024
ECE X449 - Modern Infrared Detectors and Systems	3
ECE X449.ol - Modern Infrared Detectors and Systems	3
UCSB Campus Live Online broadcast
Enroll now, Pay Later Lock in early-bird pricing by clicking on desired course link above, checking out, and applying the coupon code 'IR2024.' You will be invoiced later.

Free Course Previews

Sign up to receive a taste of our Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications. These 18 short videos discuss everything from Thermal IR in Grey & Color Scales to Photon Detectors to Remote Sensing Instruments and everything in between.

Infrared at UCSB with Dr. Alan Hoffman on the PaCE Pod

Take a listen and learn about UCSB's IR short-course that has been offered for over 50 years! Dr. Alan Hoffman joins us to discuss the course, what you will learn in it, as well as take with you when you complete it.

Infrared Programs

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Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology

What real-life applications and problems can be solved by using IR technology? Enroll now to learn more! Available as an on-demand, asynchronous course.

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Infrared Imaging Technology...

Acquire a broad and foundational understanding of IR applications from industry leaders. The course is designed for prospective, new and established users of IR. No previous IR experience or advanced skills in engineering are required.

Participants will acquire a sense of confidence in selecting and using the most appropriate IR system for the job. They will also be provided with a better understanding of what real-life applications and problems can be solved by using IR.

This online course is available on-demand, so you can advance at your own pace, or rewatch lectures, over 8 weeks. Once finished, you may consider taking our advanced Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications course.

Learn and experience a variety of topics…

An overview of IR imaging technology and applications.

Demonstrations of a variety of IR systems, and cameras

How to select the right IR system for the job.

All the above in an online learning environment tailored for the working professional in the field.

Instructors

Eric Beuville, Ph.D, Raytheon Technologies
Tom Danielson, Ph.D, Santa Barbara Infrared
John Devitt, Raytheon Technologies
Nicholas Hogasten, Teledyne/Flir
Jamal Mustafa, Ph.D, Raytheon Technologies
Minh Nguyen, Ph.D, HRL
Austin Richards, Ph.D, Oculus Photonics
Marco Scussat, Ph.D, Kyocera

Topics covered (12 hours):

IR Technology Overview
Anatomy of an IR system
IR Sensor Fabrication
IR ReadOut IC & Noise overview
IR Packaging overview
IR Optics overview
IR Testing overview
IR Signal Processing overview
IR Scene Projection overview
IR System Selection
IR Case Studies
IR Applications
IR Radiometry
EO Analysis

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Course Offerings	Units	Online On-Demand
ECE X448 - Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology	3
Online On-Demand (Asynchronous)
Enroll now, Pay Later Lock in early-bird pricing by clicking on desired course link above, checking out, and applying the coupon code 'IR2024.' You will be invoiced later.

FREE IR Course Trailers

IR Technology Overview and Applications
IR Sensor Fabrication
IR Packaging
Image Processing
IR Scene Projection
EO Analysis and Online Tool Set.

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The course environment will include interactive and multi-faceted learning experiences where students are encouraged to delve deep into real-world IR applications.

- Marco Scussat, Ph.D.
Kyocera
Instructor & Coordinator

August

Infrared radiation is the language of molecules, and infrared cameras give us virtual “superpowers” to quantify the terrestrial environment and the objects in it through imaging technology...This course will take you on a journey into one of the most exciting areas of modern imaging technology, and help you understand how you can use IR camera technology in your own work.

-Austin Richards, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist

Infrared Programs

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