Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications

Modern Infrared Detectors & Systems Applications

In June 2025 we will offer our yearly workshop. Learn from the experts: you'll get the training you need for the latest infrared technology. We've been running this In-person course successfully for over 50 years!

 

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Why Modern IR Detectors & System Applications?

Get the training you need on the latest IR technology by participating in daily lectures and labs. In-person participation is required. 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.

Students who are new to the are IR field are encouraged to take the Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology online course before taking this in-person week-long workshop

Group (15%) for 4+ individuals and early-bird (10%) discounts available until May 15, 2025. Last day to enroll for Summer 2025 is June 19, 2025. Corporate groups of 10+ enrollments? Please email help@professional.ucsb.edu.

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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 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


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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.

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Introduction to Infrared Imaging Technology

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.
 

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Instructors

Marco Scussat, Ph.D, Kyocera
Austin Richards, Ph.D, Oculus Photonic
Eric Beuville, Ph.D, Saaz Micro
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

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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FREE IR Course Trailers

Sign up to receive a taste of our intro to IR courses including:

  • 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

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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

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