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UCF-led Consortium to Manage Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico
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The largest fully operational radio telescope on the planet – the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico – will soon be under new management. A consortium led by the University of Central Florida will...
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"Talking about light is an immediately visual and accessible way to get people of all backgrounds interested in science," --@johnmdudley, in new #IDL2018 blog series "Why Light?" t.co/d9QPAZwmba @IDL2018 t.co/i8jJGDENOi
Retweeted Laser Institute (@LaserInstitute):
LIA turns 50 on March 20! To commemorate this milestone, we will be sharing 2 fun facts every weekday leading up to our birthday for a total of 50 facts for 50 years!
#50Factsfor50Years
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OSA launches redesigned Optics4Kids website which provides comprehensive #optics & #photonics resources for kids, parents & teachers. Learn more at t.co/ch3M1VR3FJ t.co/WxIpQaA5wR
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5 More Amazing STEM Organizations for Teens
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Having trouble finding an extracurricular activity that fits your interests? Maybe it's time to start or join one of these STEM organizations for teens. Things like sports, band, and chorus might alre...
5 Great STEM Organizations for Students t.co/FGXAUkEzji
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Discover exactly how STEM applies to life outside of the classroom by pursuing membership in one of many great STEM organizations. Schools have lots of clubs and activities, but if you are really inte...
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Industry Demand Report
A national survey of U.S. employers, conducted at the University of North Texas Survey Research Center, has identified more than 1,500 current jobs for photonics techs that need to be filled this year. This need will increase by 4,100 more new jobs over the next five years. Employers polled for this study in early 2012 said that jobs for photonics techs were available and not being filled. The average starting salary exceeds $41,000.
Professional Societies
OP-TEC collaborates with multiple optics and photonics-related professional and technical society partners throughout the nation.
These partners provide OP‑TEC valuable support in many areas.
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Technician Education
OP‑TEC is currently seeking colleges and employers interested in providing employed technicians a hybrid, online course in optics and laser fundamentals. This course provides a foundation for developing a basic understanding of the use of optics and photonics and will enhance the skills of technicians already employed in photonics-related industries.
