WaferLase – Basic Operation and Maintenance

The WaferLase Basic Operation and Maintenance course is designed for people who operate, maintain, and/or integrate the WaferLase laser system. The course covers machine operation, laser applications, user interface, advanced troubleshooting, and maintenance. Students will learn to properly operate the system and software interface and will receive advanced troubleshooting and maintenance knowledge. In addition, the custom user interface application will be reviewed.

Topics: Laser, electrical, and lab safety; advanced machine set-up and operation; preventive maintenance; specifications; advanced troubleshooting and maintenance; and materials processing.

Optional Topics: Secs/GEM remote control software may be covered upon request.

Prerequisites: Complete material process knowledge of substrates and machine mode of operation is required. Students should be able to read schematics. Basic electromechanical principles and safety knowledge is required.