Course Schedule
- Online Lecture 1 (1 hr): Wednesday 11 October, 5-6pm
- Online Lecture 2 (1 hr): Thursday 12 October, 5-6pm
- Laser user exam (1hr): Thursday 12 October, 6-7pm
Description
The Laser User Safety Training is a 3-hour introductory
course on the safe use of lasers. This course can be taught via online or
in-person learning and cater to students and researchers who intends to work
with lasers. The course will provide basic understanding of laser principles
and their interaction with biological tissue/eyes. The course will also orient the student on
how to identify and mitigate risks and hazards on the use of lasers.
Learning outcomes
- Distinguish lasers from other light sources
- Identify the atomic or molecular processes
involved in producing a laser beam
- Categorise the interactions between lasers and
biological tissue/eyes
- Identify and mitigate risks and hazards on the
use of lasers.
Fee reduction for ANU staff and
students
ANU staff qualify for a 50% fee reduction and
staff/students from the Research School of Physics may qualify for a fee
waiver. Please contact Dr. Vincent Daria or Siobhan Ryman to check if you qualify
for a fee reduction for this course.