Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications
Learn from industry experts in UCSB’s annual in-person infrared technology workshop, a trusted program with over 50 years of experience in IR training.
Why Modern IR Detectors & System Applications?
Get hands-on training in the latest infrared (IR) technology through daily lectures and lab sessions. This in-person course is taught by nationally recognised leaders in the field and is designed to support engineers and IR users looking to build practical, applied skills.
Students who are new to infrared technology are strongly encouraged to complete the Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology online course before attending this week-long workshop.
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Course Information
| 2026 COURSE SCHEDULE (click to register) | ||
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| Course Offerings | Units | June 2026 |
| ECE X449 - Modern Infrared Detectors and Systems | 3 |  |
| UCSB Campus |
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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
Free Course Previews
Sign up to preview the course through 18 short videos covering topics from thermal IR in greyscale and colour to photon detectors and remote sensing instruments.
Join UCSB's annual summer infrared technology workshop led by industry experts. This in-person course has provided practical IR training for more than 50 years.