Course

ELE-2007 Fiber Optics and Light

Self-paced

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Course Description

The continuous process of improving the performance and comfort of modern airplanes requires the use of lighter and more efficient materials. The replacement of copper wire with lighter and smaller glass fiber is possible in some areas of modern airplanes.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

• Understand how light and optic fiber is measured

• List forms of electromagnetic radiation

• Identify the parts of a fiber optic system

• Define frequency

• Define wave length

• List the components of an optic fiber

• Understand how light behaves as it travels through different materials

Estimated completion time (hours): 1.9