Laser and Optical Engineering
STEM •
Engineering
What is it about?
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of optical systems, lasers and related electronic devices. Includes instruction in wave theory and mechanics, electromagnetic applications, linear and non-linear optics, photon detecting, laser beam properties, directed energy, harmonic generation, optical systems, shielding and the design and implementation of related systems and equipment.
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Graduates
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Colleges
Number of Colleges by Type
Median Graduating Class by College Type
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Top 10 Public by Number of Graduates
Average public university graduating class: 17 students.
Top 10 Private by Number of Graduates
Average private university graduating class: 21 students.
O's Insights on Laser and Optical Engineering
- Major has been stable in popularity over the last 5 years after increasing prior to that.
- 29% of graduates come from public universities.
