Success Stories Bridging Education and Industry: Photonics Programs at Stonehill College

C. Schnitzer, G. Gu, R. Adams, Z. Allard, B. Bronwyn, S. Erase, T. Seaward, M. Wendel, N. Ahmad, M. Altaai, L.J. Tandon
Stonehill College,
United States

Keywords: photonics, optics, certificate, internships, advanced manufacturing, education

Summary:

The Photonics programs at Stonehill College bring academics and industry together in a state-invested, modern teaching laboratory. With extensive input from local companies, the curriculum features key learning objectives for degree- and certificate-granting programs. The Photonics and Optical Engineering certificate program is particularly unique with its two semesters, 7-week intensive courses, and the flexibility of welcoming students for a fall or spring start. Students earn 21 – 24 college credits and gain knowledge and hands-on experience with optics, photonics, lasers, electronics, and advanced manufacturing. In our fifth year, success stories of technicians in action will be shared.