Desktop – Maintenance, Service, and Operation

The Desktop Maintenance, Service, and Operation course prepares students to install, operate, optimize, and maintain the laser. Firmware upgrades, computer control, data logs, remote diagnostics, and adjustments are covered. Upon successfully completing the course, students should be able to train others to control and operate the laser.

Topics: Laser, electrical, and lab safety; daily operation; specifications; site requirements; basic theory of operation; advanced troubleshooting; beam mode analysis and beam alignment.

Prerequisites: An understanding of basic laser theory and electro-optic devices is recommended. An understanding of basic AC/DC electronics is helpful. Complete product knowledge requires a good understanding of different electronic and optical devices and their role in the circuit.