Photonics Career Videos
Students searching for careers need to understand what they may be doing in the workforce. Students are also motivated and focused when they can identify with a role model and understand why they have to learn certain areas of mathematics, science and technology.
In 2008, OP-TEC initiated its Photonics Career Videos project in an effort to provide teachers, counselors, students and parents video profiles of successful two-year college technical program students and graduates.
We asked our video subjects who they worked for, what they do, how they became interested in photonics and who helped or encouraged them. We asked our subjects to discuss their educational preparation for their career and why those chose their specific educational and career pathways. We also encouraged our subjects to discuss what they found interesting about their jobs and to provide advice to students who might be interested in pursuing careers in lasers, optics or photonics.
We encourage teachers and counselors to freely view, download and share these videos to increase photonics career awareness amongst students. These career videos can also assist colleges in recruiting and retaining students while also providing examples of diversity opportunities. We encourage parents and students to view these videos and continue exploring career and educational opportunities in photonics and photonics-related fields.
Please check this page often as we continue to add new videos to our collection.
What is Photonics?
What is photonics? And why should you care?
It was announced last year that Rochester would be home to an integrated photonics manufacturing hub, part of a $600 million public-private partnership with federal, state and private funding. But wh…
Shedding Light on Lasers
In this segment, we visit a program in laser and photonics technology, and learn why it's key in industries from medicine to telecommunications. From ATETV Episode 27. ATETV is a web-based video serie…
Using Lasers and Photonics
In this segment, from phone lines to HDTVs, lasers have many commercial and military uses. From ATETV Episode 19. ATETV is a web-based video series and interactive network designed to connect students…
The Precision of Laser and Photonics Technologies
In this segment, students and instructors describe how a strong math background can add up to exciting opportunities in the growing fields of lasers and photonics. From ATETV Episode 36. ATETV is a we…
Working with the Energy of Light
Students apply math and science skills to the pursuit of a career working with lasers and photonics.
Photonics technologies are everywhere! (subtitles available in 8 languages)
((click on CC for subtitles in Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish)) Photonics technologies are amazing, fascinating, and you find them everywhere: in communication, en…
What is Photonics? How is it used?
A/Prof. David Lancaster from IPAS (University of Adelaide) talks to teachers about Photonics: - What is light, and what is photonics? - How is photonics used in the real world? Laser surgery, mining,…
College and High School Laser Optics and Photonics Programs
Photonics Career Videos: Graduates from Indian Hills Community College
Nathan Barnhill, Manufacturing Engineer, Northrop Grumman Corporation, and Kale Wyngarden, Laser Electro-Optics Technician, Northrop Grumman Corporation, talk about their education at Indian Hills Com…
College of Lake County / Lake County High Schools Technology Campus Laser/Photonics/Optics program
From explosives detectors in airport security to blood tests that don't require a pin prick, light and lasers have hundreds of applications in daily life. The fascinating world of photonics (from the …
College of Lake County Laser/Photonics/Optics program
From explosives detectors in airport security to blood tests that don't require a pin prick, light and lasers have hundreds of applications in daily life. The fascinating world of photonics (from the …
Photonics, Lasers, Fiber Optics and Optics at CCC
Camden County College (CCC) offers a nationally ranked program in photonics, lasers, fiber optics and optics. CCC employs dedicated faculty and state of the art laser and fiber optic systems to propel…
Wekiva HS Laser Photonics Academy
College level electronics and laser program prepares students for the workforce.
Laser Electro-Optics Technology
www.tstc.edu Researchers predict laser technology will play a dominant role during the 21st century and beyond, continuously changing the world through advances in laser applications and uses. Just…
The Dennis LaPort Story – Photonics & Laser Technology Program
One of the fastest growing technology career fields in the United States is Photonics, and a lot of people have never heard of it. Dennis read about the up and coming program in the paper, and pursued…
Lasers Program, CCCC
Visit: www.cccc.edu/lasers. A brief overview of the Laser and Photonics Technology Program at Central Carolina Community College.
Student Voices, Student Leaders - Jermaine Stewart
Jermaine Stewart keeps his focus on being a role model for his young son as he pursues a degree in photonics at Camden County College.
ATETV Episode 36: Making Math and Science Skills Pay Off
This week, why a strong foundation in math and science is key in the fields of Lasers and Photonics Technologies, a returning student pursues an education in Geographic Information Science and student…
ATETV Episode 9: Women in Engineering; Hands-On Classes Jumpstart a Career; Lasers and Photonics
This week, we bring you two stories about women in technology, and one of them involves lasers! Plus, we meet an aspiring HVAC technician. For more ATETV, click here: http://www.atetv.org ATETV…
Laser and Optics Career Videos
Laser Optics Career Video: Interview with Julia Majors
Julia Majors is a Technologist and student at UC Irvine.
Laser Optics Career Video: Interview with Tyler Parker
Tyler Parker is a Technical Sales Engineer for Newport Corporation.
Laser Optics Career Video: Interview with Derrick Thomann
Derrick Thomman is a Laser Optics Technician for CVI Melles Griot.
Laser Optics Career Video: Interview with Adam Loukeh
Adam Loukeh is an Applications Sales Engineer, TRIOPTICS/Davidson Optronics.
Laser Optics Career Video: Interview with Mike Bass
Mike Bass a Laser Optics Technician at Bright View Technologies shares his personal insight.
Photonics Career Videos: Robert Aguilar, Jr.
Robert Aguilar, Jr., Territory Manager at Alcon Labs, Inc. talks about his photonics career and education at Texas State Technical College, in Waco, Texas. College: Texas State Technical College, Wac…
Photonics Career Videos: Colt Jesse
Colt Jesse, InfraRed Sensor Manufacturing Technician at InfraRed Associates talks about his photonics career and education at Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, Florida. College: Indian River…
Photonics Career Videos: Graduates from Indian Hills Community College
Nathan Barnhill, Manufacturing Engineer, Northrop Grumman Corporation, and Kale Wyngarden, Laser Electro-Optics Technician, Northrop Grumman Corporation, talk about their education at Indian Hills Com…
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. Bruce Brinson
Dr. Bruce Brinson, Photonics and Nano-Engineering Consultant, talks about his photonics career and education at Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas. College: Texas State Technical College …
Photonics Career Videos: Robert Aguilar, Jr.
Robert Aguilar, Jr., Territory Manager, at Alcon Labs, Inc., talks about his photonics career and education at Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas. College: Texas State Technical College, …
The Work of a Laser Technician
From assembling to troubleshooting, the work of a laser technician varies daily.
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education and careers and his background and education. For more information, visit www.o…
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson - Video #2
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education, careers and educational pathways. For more information, visit www.op-tec.org.
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson - Video #3
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education and careers and his work at NASA. For more information, visit www.op-tec.org.
Advice for students interested in optics and photonics
SPIE asked leaders in the optics and photonics community to give some advice to students interested in the field. Astronomers, professors, CEOs, a Nobel Prize winner, and others all give their answer…
LIGHT2015 - Careers in Photonics | English Subtitles
Video developed by Politecnico di Milano within the LIGHT2015 Project to promote the importance of photonics in careers, with short explanations by scientists, entrepreneurs and professionals working …
Behind the Scenes with A Laser Systems Technician
A wide range of job responsibilities keep laser systems technicians highly focused every day.
OP-TEC Colleges on ATE-TV
Women Study Lasers and Photonics
In this segment, we visit a technological education program in lasers and photonics that women can attend for free. For more ATETV, click here: http://www.atetv.org ATETV is a web-based video s…
Working with the Energy of Light
Students apply math and science skills to the pursuit of a career working with lasers and photonics.
Student Voices, Student Leaders - Jermaine Stewart
Jermaine Stewart keeps his focus on being a role model for his young son as he pursues a degree in photonics at Camden County College.
ATETV Episode 36: Making Math and Science Skills Pay Off
This week, why a strong foundation in math and science is key in the fields of Lasers and Photonics Technologies, a returning student pursues an education in Geographic Information Science and student…
ATETV Episode 9: Women in Engineering; Hands-On Classes Jumpstart a Career; Lasers and Photonics
This week, we bring you two stories about women in technology, and one of them involves lasers! Plus, we meet an aspiring HVAC technician. For more ATETV, click here: http://www.atetv.org ATETV…
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Women in Demand
In this segment, a college offers female students generous incentives to study Lasers and Photonics Technology. From ATETV Episode 47. ATETV is a web-based video series and interactive network design…
Laser Cutter Machines - How its Made
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Are Invisibility Cloaks Possible?
This week Reactions is taking a look to see if science and chemistry could make invisibility cloaks possible. Have you ever wished you could hide under an invisibility cloak like Harry Potter or conce…
The Work of a Laser Technician
From assembling to troubleshooting, the work of a laser technician varies daily.
LIGHT2015 - Lighting the Future
Video developed by the National University of Galway, Ireland as part of the LIGHT2015 Project which promotes commercial collaboration and investment in Photonics. The aim of the video is to encourage…
LIGHT2015 - Careers in Photonics | English Subtitles
Video developed by Politecnico di Milano within the LIGHT2015 Project to promote the importance of photonics in careers, with short explanations by scientists, entrepreneurs and professionals working …
BPHOT Photonics in food safety applications
B-PHOT showcases in this movie the enabling power of light and the impact of light technologies on food-sorting, food-safety and health. B-PHOT’s cutting-edge contributions to TOMRA’s food sorting mac…
Africa's Technology
Less than a decade ago, many African countries relied heavily on satellite connections for internet and telephone calls, which is a slow and expensive process. In the last few years, there has been a …
Mathematics At Work
To be successful in any technical career, the experts all agree that a foundation of strong mathematical skills is critical.
Crave - Boeing patents a 'Method and system for shockwave attenuation,' aka force field
Click here for the Crave article - http://cnet.co/19j4Gtc The world's largest aerospace company has been granted a patent for a 'Star Wars'-like force field system for protecting vehicles and building…
DIY Hololens / SEER / Wave AR - pending depth sensor
I wanted to go ahead and develop Hololens apps. After experimenting and seeing a couple AR kickstarters, I figured out a way to develop comparable hardware... at least for prototyping. The HMD costs…
Drone Shot Down With Laser Beam 2013 HD
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A Day Without Photonics: A modern horror story
Ever thought about what our lives would be like without photonics?
Wekiva HS Laser Photonics Academy
College level electronics and laser program prepares students for the workforce.
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education and careers and his background and education. For more information, visit www.o…
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson - Video #2
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education, careers and educational pathways. For more information, visit www.op-tec.org.
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson - Video #3
Dr. George "Pinky" Nelson, Retired NASA Astronaut, Astronomer and University Professor, talks about photonics education and careers and his work at NASA. For more information, visit www.op-tec.org.
Photonics Career Videos: Robert Aguilar, Jr.
Robert Aguilar, Jr., Territory Manager, at Alcon Labs, Inc., talks about his photonics career and education at Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas. College: Texas State Technical College, …
Photonics Career Videos: Dr. Bruce Brinson
Dr. Bruce Brinson, Photonics and Nano-Engineering Consultant, talks about his photonics career and education at Texas State Technical College in Waco, Texas. College: Texas State Technical College …
Photonics Career Videos: Graduates from Indian Hills Community College
Nathan Barnhill, Manufacturing Engineer, Northrop Grumman Corporation, and Kale Wyngarden, Laser Electro-Optics Technician, Northrop Grumman Corporation, talk about their education at Indian Hills Com…
Engineering Your Future - Photonics Engineer
Video interviews featuring engineers from the various fields of engineering will give you a behind-the-scenes look at the work these engineers do every day. You'll learn about the challenges they face…
Advice for students interested in optics and photonics
SPIE asked leaders in the optics and photonics community to give some advice to students interested in the field. Astronomers, professors, CEOs, a Nobel Prize winner, and others all give their answer…
Working with the Energy of Light
Students apply math and science skills to the pursuit of a career working with lasers and photonics.
Behind the Scenes with A Laser Systems Technician
A wide range of job responsibilities keep laser systems technicians highly focused every day.
College of Lake County / Lake County High Schools Technology Campus Laser/Photonics/Optics program
From explosives detectors in airport security to blood tests that don't require a pin prick, light and lasers have hundreds of applications in daily life. The fascinating world of photonics (from the …
College of Lake County Laser/Photonics/Optics program
From explosives detectors in airport security to blood tests that don't require a pin prick, light and lasers have hundreds of applications in daily life. The fascinating world of photonics (from the …
The Precision of Laser and Photonics Technologies
In this segment, students and instructors describe how a strong math background can add up to exciting opportunities in the growing fields of lasers and photonics. From ATETV Episode 36. ATETV is a we…
Using Lasers and Photonics
In this segment, from phone lines to HDTVs, lasers have many commercial and military uses. From ATETV Episode 19. ATETV is a web-based video series and interactive network designed to connect students…
Shedding Light on Lasers
In this segment, we visit a program in laser and photonics technology, and learn why it's key in industries from medicine to telecommunications. From ATETV Episode 27. ATETV is a web-based video serie…
Photonics, Lasers, Fiber Optics and Optics at CCC
Camden County College (CCC) offers a nationally ranked program in photonics, lasers, fiber optics and optics. CCC employs dedicated faculty and state of the art laser and fiber optic systems to propel…
