Summer Courses 2015

Here are the summer courses that CECS are going to be offering, as far as I know at this point.  These could change until I get an official release from their office.  

Offered:

​STA 3032 Prob & Stats for Engrs (*)

EGN 3310 Statics

EGN 3321 Engineering Analysis-Dynamics

Not offered:

EGN 3358 Thermo-Fluids-Heat Transfer​

Unknown at this point:

EGN 3211 Engineering Analysis & Comp.

EEL 3004 Electrical Networks

EEL 3123C Networks and Systems

EEE 3350 Semiconductor Devices I

EEL 3470 Electromagnetic Fields

EEL 3307C Electronics 1

Job Opportunity

Good Afternoon Faculty of UCF’s Center for research and Education in Optics and Laser,

My name is Sariann Ruiz. I’m the Employee Recruiter for Pro Image Solutions. We are a full time employment agency located in Longwood, FL.

The reason I’m reaching out to you is because we have a local client currently staffing and interested in reviewing graduates resumes in your field of expertise. Our client is a leading manufacturer of VBG-based filters and components. Supplying holographic optical elements to more than 400 customers on 6 continents in optoelectronic, analytical, medical, defense, and other industries they are in need of qualifies candidates.

If possible please forward my information to your student, I would like to discuss with them the possibility of employment thru my client.

Thank you in advance,  

Sariann Ruiz

Pro Image Solutions | Recruiter|Sariann@proimagesolutions.com

407 Wekiva Road Suite 245, Longwood, FL 32779

Phone: (407) 774-4884 Fax: (407) 774-4808​

Internships

I emailed all of the industrial affiliates in the Orlando and Florida Area - in the next few days I will update this post with the feedback:

Teledyne:  

We have many internships posted for summer 2015.

Visit www.teledynecareers.com and narrow the search to “Florida”.

There are 4 unique opportunities, but many of those are multiple openings (we have 18 total).

Thanks,

 Cheryl Perreault, PHR

Human Resources Manager

 Teledyne Oil & Gas

1026 N. Williamson Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL  32114

Direct: 386.236.0880 xt. 1496 | www.teledynecareers.com |cheryl.perreault@teledyne.com​

Society of Optics Students

New undergraduate group has formed! See their new facebook page - 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sosucf/​​

The page is protected so you will need to use your knights email to request access.

Day of Photonics Talk

What is Photonics? Do you want to know or do you want to know

more about this fascinating science? The international Day of Photonics

was established to celebrate the date in which the General Conference

of Weights And Measures adopted the value of 299,792.458 km/s for

the speed of light. At the occasion of the anniversary, over 100 activities

will be organized over more than 20 countries in the world and

encompass all kinds of demonstrations and discussions on the impact

of photonics on our day-to-day life. Please join us to learn more about

Photonics and support this wonderful day with Dr. Patrick LiKamWa's presentation"Photonics Everywhere".

NEED HELP? KARS can help

KARS is a collaboration of many academic support offices on the UCF Orlando campus that provide academic resources and assistance for students.  Many of KARS resources can also be accessed online at KARS.sdes.ucf.edu.  These services include tutoring, writing, research and math support, convenient study space, online learning support, accessible technology and technical support, and dozens of other services provided by Student Development and Enrollment Services.

KARS consists of the John C. Hitt Library, All Knight Study I and II, the Writing Center, the Math Lab and MALL, Student Disability Services, Student Academic Resource Center, the Center for Distributed Learning, and the Technology Commons.  KARS serves as a resource hub for many of the services that a student may need while on the road to academic success.  For more information please visit the website or call 407-823-4186.

KARS.sdes.ucf.edu​

Distinguished Undergraduate Researcher Award

This is a great thing given that many of you are doing research!  It is  self nomination program so apply!  They select one each month.

Apply today for the only self-nominated award recognizing excellence in undergraduate research! The Distinguished Undergraduate Researcher Award recipients will receive a certificate, OUR padfolio, and recognition on the OUR website, monthly newsletter, and at the 2015 Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence. One researcher will be honored each month.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis: www.our.ucf.edu/accomplishments.​

Undergraduate Research Grants

Do you need funding to conduct your research or implement a creative project for fall? Are you looking for a great way to expand your research résumé? Apply for the Undergraduate Research Grant!

Students can apply for grants up to $500 to support their research or creative project. Group projects may be eligible for up to $1000.  For details regarding eligibility and to view the application, please visit: http://our.ucf.edu/opportunities/grant.php.

Application are due at 5pm on Friday, July 25. If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Office of Undergraduate Research

University of Central Florida

(407) 823-3125

our@ucf.edu

www.our.ucf.edu​​

Outlook for Photonics Engineers

I was just reseaching some things about Photonics Engineers and came across this - some additional background and they rank PSE majors as "bright outlook" meaning that there will be tremendous growth ahead in the needs for these majors:

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-2199.07​

Scholarships!

Look at this large list of scholarships:

http://www.centralfloridafuture.com/scholarships/​​

PSE Course Changes

Class changes – we have updated the Fall 2014 and Spring 2015 Schedule and all changes are currently in http://my.ucf.edu with the exception of Frontiers, which is in the process of being corrected to reflect the schedule below. 

• OSE 4240 (Optics and Photonics Design) moves to Spring MW, 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm from the Fall.
• OSE 4930 Frontiers moves to Thursday 10:30 – 12:20 in the Fall
• OSE 4830 (Imaging and Display) starts at 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
• OSE 4830L (ID Lab) will move to Friday at 9:00 – 12:00 pm.​​

Internships at Flex Optronix

Received this from Flex Optronix!  They have 3 internships.​

My name is Arria Owlia, and I am with Flex Optronix Technologies. We are beginning a summer internship program this year and are opening up to three seats for your students at UCF. My main intent with this email is to gather more information as to how we can spread the word among your scholars.

Regarding Flex Optronix, we are a relatively new company, focused in the field of optics, specifically micro-structured optical materials and fibers. As for the internship, it will run through the summer and requires that students possess or are interested in learning one or more of the following skills:

1.       Optical Experiments

2.       Polymer and Chemical Processing

3.       Machine Construction/Automation/Control

Specifically, graduate and senior undergraduate students who have a background or education in the following fields will be able to make the most use out of such an internship: Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics. As such, I am reaching out to all UCF colleges with students in these fields.

For a copy of the exact flyer we are using for the internship positions, please see the following link: http://tiny.cc/flexsummer2014flyer

We are proud to offer such a program and also feel that your students will gain significant industry experience throughout the course of the internship. With this in mind, please let me know of any routes we may use in order to help spread the word to your students. Lastly, please do not hesitate to contact me, at arriaowlia@flex-optronix.com or 713-382-5663, with any questions you may have.

*Photonics Presentation

Here is the photonics presentation that I use at Open Houses, State Colleges, and other places to talk about the PSE Program.

Open House Presentation.pptx

Internship at the Institute for Simulation and Training

PHSE undergrads may apply for the Co-op position shown below, as IST will accept applicants majoring in engineering or photonics science and engineering, mathematics or physics.   They expect to hire at least two students.

The Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is looking for student support, preferably undergraduate students, sophomores, juniors and seniors, but graduate students may also apply, as an Advanced Technologies Research Assistant supporting the US Army Simulation & Training Technology Center (STTC) in the Research Park.  These positions support research under the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).  Students pursuing a degree in a science discipline are preferred.  Some software or graphical programming desired.  Duties and responsibilities of the position include:

Research and Development (R&D) Support.  Support includes, but is not solely limited to, support for R&D in the areas of decision support, cognitive neuroscience, robotics, social network analysis, medical research, advanced physics, team and individual training, sensor exploitation, information processing, material science, hardware and software development.  Students provide support to staff in the following areas:

1. Conduct research, present findings, and provide technical expertise, supervision and technical management in support of these efforts. 
2. Support performance measurement and metrics collection as required in facilitating process improvements.
3. Independent (Institutional) Review Board (IRB) Application, Preparation for Protocol Review and Approval. 

Knowledge of C++, Java, Microsoft Office including EXCEL is a plus.

Students are exposed to a variety of cutting-edge technologies and have a great deal of autonomy and responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks. 

*Security clearance and U.S. citizenship is required due to job location.

The positions are in support of the U.S. Army.  Students work in the Army facility in the Central Florida Research Park (UCF).  Salary:  $14.00 to negotiable 15 to 20 hrs/wk.  
(*U.S. citizenship)”

*Students may apply by going to  www.explearning.ucf.edu/.  ​

*Optics Day at CREOL

One of the world's leading institutions for research and education in optics and photonics is right here at UCF – CREOL. On Friday, April 4^th 10 am – 4 pm , CREOL (The College of Optics and Photonics) is opening its doors for a fun-filled day of lab tours, optic demos, exciting talks, and prizes. Optics and photonics is a crucial field in today's modern age, enabling the high-speed internet in your home with fiber optics, or correcting a patient's vision with lasers. Optics Day allows a peek at where these future technologies are created. Ever seen a real-life hologram? Or the individual LCD pixels on your iPhone? Optics Day is guaranteed to be a fascinating, interactive, and educational experience!

Schools with grades 6-12 are welcome to sign up for a visit from 10 am – 1 pm. Open to the public and UCF students from 1 pm – 4 pm. 

There will be tours every hour of the world's best laboratories, engaging talks every hour explaining unique phenomenon, and optics demos spread all over the CREOL lobby to stun your senses. Don't miss out, RSVP at asincore@knights.ucf.edu to reserve your spot!​​

*Get To Know Photonics at UCF

​How do Lasers Solve Crimes - A crime is committed, glass is broken, and a suspect is arrested.  But how do they know the suspect committed the crime?  Find out how lasers are used to solve these mysteries!

Friday March 28, 3:00 - 4:00 pm, CREOL 103.  Presented by Dr. Matthieu Baudelet, Research Assistant Professor, Secondary Joint appointment at the National Center for Forensic Science.

Directed Energy Internships in Laser Science and Technology

The Army Research Laboratory Electro-optics and Photonics Division is involved in creating enabling technology for high energy lasers.  Research topics include solid-state lasers at cryogenic temperatures, ceramic laser gain media, eye-safer laser concepts, spectroscopy of novel laser materials, fiber lasers, stimulated Brillouin scattering, and coherent beam combining. 3-4 students will be hired as summer interns in 2014.

http://www.arl.army.mil/www/default.cfm?page=527

We are seeking undergraduate and graduate student candidates in physics, electrical engineering, materials sciences, and optics, who are U.S. citizens. First-time participants must have at least one full year of school to complete following the summer of 2014. For more information, send an email to DEscholars@arl.army.mil. To apply, send an email with a résumé, cover letter, unofficial transcript, names of

2 references, and their email addresses. To receive full consideration, applications should be received by February 28, 2014.  Program sponsored by the Directed Energy Professional Society www.deps.org.

Jeffrey O. White, OSA Fellow

Army Research Lab, RDRL-SEE-M

2800 Powder Mill Rd, Adelphi, MD 20783-1197

301-394-0069   jeffrey.owen.white@us.army.mil​

More Scholarships!

Submitted By: Carol Wyatt on behalf of Bob Holmes, Vice President, Development and Alumni Affairs, and CEO, UCF Foundation, Inc.
Submitted For: UCF Alumni Association
Subject: UCF Alumni Association Scholarships

Each year the UCF Alumni Association awards more than $40,000 in scholarships to UCF students demonstrating strong academic ability and significant extracurricular and community involvement. The UCF Alumni Association is, once again, pleased to offer more than a dozen scholarship opportunities. UCF students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships for which they are eligible.

Applications are now available on myUCF.  Apply for scholarships based on eligibility* by following these simple steps:

1.      Read all scholarship criteria and complete ALL required supporting documents prior to submitting your application
2.      Log into myUCF
3.      Select "Student Self Service"
4.      Click on "Scholarship Application" > "Home Page" > "Add New Scholarship"
5.      Complete and submit application(s)

*Scholarships will appear in myUCF based on eligibility requirements specific to each scholarship. Criteria used to determine eligibility includes, but is not limited to: GPA, class standing and academic program.

Be sure to visit www.ucfalumni.com/scholarships for all criteria and application steps for each scholarship.

The deadline to apply is midnight, Saturday, March 15, 2014. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Questions? Call 407.UCF.ALUM (823.2586) or e-mail scholarships@ucfalumni.com​​

CREOL Contest

CREOL Optics Demo Contest

·        Abstract Due by February 21^st

o   Submit electronically to asincore@knights.ucf.edu or
hard copy to Alex Sincore in CREOL Room 132

·        Top THREE (3) Abstracts will be chosen

o   These will be constructed following February 21^st,
to be finished by March 21^st

·        The three optic demos will then be judged by all of CREOL to determine the winner of the Optics Demo Contest

o   The winning group will receive $100 cash prize!

o   CREOL demo viewing and judging set for March 28^th

·        Groups may consist of 1-4 students

o   This contest is open to graduate AND undergraduate students
in optics or related fields

o   It is encouraged to form groups between various labs

o   Groups are encouraged to ask advisors/professors for help in salvaging materials for construction. This allows more money to be used for the demo itself

·        Winners, as well as nominees, will have a poster constructed with their names on it. As well as their demos continually displayed in the front CREOL hallway!

o   Looks great on resumes!

o   Will go on the CAOS and CREOL website!

o   Potentially make $100!

CREOL Optics Demo Contest

Name(s):

Project Name:

Submitted Date:

1.      Attach ONE (1) page abstract detailing the educational purpose and scientific/technical background to the project.

·         KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE!

·         These demos will be used as demonstrations for students touring CREOL, such as middle and high school students. As well as during Optics Day and any other relevant events. The project should be informative as well as easily explained to someone unfamiliar with optics/science.

·         Ensure the abstract includes BOTH the technical description of the project for the judges, as well as an explanation of how it relates to educating non-science persons.

·         Projects CAN improve on already existing demos, but must be well designed.

·         The project can be unexpectedly simple, yet “fun” and engaging to the audience. Motivating interest in science is a top priority.

·         If chosen, a one-page procedure manual will be required to assist a student in operating/fixing the demo.

2.      Attach a computer-aided schematic of the project. Be sure to include electrical requirements, beam path, safety concerns, etc. Roughly 1.5” x 3” (45 cm x 90 cm) footprint is an appropriate estimate.

·         Observe the demos located in the front CREOL hallway as a guide for project space constraints. Smaller or larger demos are allowed, obviously minimize space when possible.

·         You may hand draw the schematic, ensure it is legible and well-drawn (usage of straight-edge preferred).

·         It is desirable that the demo can be used without opening the Plexiglas enclosure, such as the ‘Hologram’ demo. This allows ease in demo usage.

3.      Attach a list of materials needed to construct the project, including budget estimates for each item. Each group is allowed up to $100 towards project construction.

·         It is HIGHLY encouraged to salvage unused optics/components around the lab to aide in the construction. Ask your professor and class-mates for contributions!

·         CAOS can provide Plexiglas enclosures and tables, as seen in the demos located in the front CREOL hallway.​

Disney Presentation on Engineering Careers

I received this from Office of Experiential Learning. A Disney Rep said that they are starting to use optics and photonics and there is a growing need for Photonics Engineers there.  Should be an interesting talk.​

Attention Engineering Majors! Disney Campus Recruiters and Hiring leaders will be on campus Wednesday, January 29th Please join us for an Information Session to learn more about Exciting internship opportunities! We are currently recruiting for Fall 2014 internships! Info Session to take place at Cape Florida  316 ABCD  3rd floor of the Student Union Wednesday , January 29th, 2014 4:00pm For more information about upcoming opportunities visit www.disneyinterns.com

Bachelors Degree Program in the News

Featured by the Laser Institute of America:

BS PSE News Article​

*Air Force Research Laboratory Human Performance Wing Repperger Research Intern Program

FROM:          Office of the Chief Scientist

                      711th Human Performance Wing

                      Air Force Research Laboratory

                      Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH

As Chief Scientist for all of the U.S. Air Force’s human-centered research at Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), I solicit your assistance in helping us spread the word about our Repperger Research Intern program.  A colleague or acquaintance of yours who works in AFRL suggested I send the information to you for review and dissemination as applicable.

The Repperger Research Intern Program honors the life and works of Dr. Daniel W. Repperger (1942-2010), who was one of our top scientists and a mentor of many young engineers and scientists.  Through the program, we will be providing 8-10 internships this summer for graduate students or undergraduate students in their junior or senior year to work under the mentorship of an Air Force scientist.  Additional information and application instructions are in the attached brochure.  NOTE:  This is not a U.S Government position.  Students selected for participation in this program, will be offered temporary summer employment for the internship by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education to perform research for AFRL’s Human Performance Wing.   Selected participants will be required to undergo a National Agency Background Check before being granted access to government computer systems.

If you have questions, please contact Mr. Mike Griffin in my office at (937) 255-7629 or michael.griffin.15.ctr@us.af.mil. 

Here’s a brief summary of the program:

·         Program Dates:  June 2 – August 8, 2014

·         Application Deadline:  February 28, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. EST

·         Application includes:  Application form (back of brochure), resume, transcript (unofficial okay), proof of U.S. citizenship and letter of recommendation from adviser or professor

·         Email application package to 711.hpw.chiefscientist@us.af.mil

·         Award Notifications:  On or about  March 21, 2014

·         Research projects available at one of two research locations:

―      Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio

―      Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas

·         Benefits to Intern:

―      Stipend: $12,000

―      Experience of working in an operational laboratory under the mentorship of an Air Force scientist

―      Collaboration with other Air Force scientists and research interns

―      Lodging:  Student’s expense - Click on items below for lodging options near Wright Patterson:

• Wright State University Summer Housing

• Apartment Finder

• Local Hotel Search

·         Available research projects (project descriptions are in attached brochure):

―      COMPUTATIONAL MODELS OF HUMAN INFORMATION PROCESSING

―      COLLABORATIVE LEARNING, ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK METHODS FOR READINESS ENHANCEMENT

―      PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES FOR ANALYST AND ANALYST TEAMS

―      LOW-LATENCY PLAN EXECUTION MONITORING IN THE RAINBOW AUTONOMICS FRAMEWORK

―      HEURISTICS FOR ROBUSTNESS AND TRUST IN INTEGRATED HUMAN-MACHINE DECISION SYSTEMS

―      MINDMODELING: HIERARCHICAL DISTRIBUTED SEARCH ALGORITHM

―      COMPUTATIONALLY RATIONAL MODELS OF PERCEPTION AND ACTION IN MONITORING TASKS

―      MODELING WORKLOAD CAPACITY

―      INTERACTIVE NETWORK VISUALIZATIONS FOR EFFECTIVE VISUAL ANALYTICS

―      ADAPTIVE TRAINING FOR ELITE ATHLETE/COMBAT WARRIOR

―      HUMAN EFFECTIVENESS OF DISPLAY MODALITIES DURING A THREAT DETECTION TASK

―      EVALUATION OF PHYSIOLOGICAL CORRELATES OF THE VIGILANCE DECREMENT IN NETWORK SECURITY DEFENDERS

―      STRESS, GENETICS AND BEHAVIOR

―      HUMAN SUPERVISION OF MULTIPLE AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS

―      OPTICAL INVESTIGATION OF BIOLOGICAL RESPONSE TO ELECTROMAGNETIC EXPOSURE

―      IMPACT OF SHORT PULSE ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS ON MAMMALIAN CELLS

―      MILITARY & NON-MILITARY PERSONNEL'S THREAT PERCEPTION OF A DEPLOYMENT OF A DIRECTED ENERGY WEAPON DURING IRREGULAR AND REGULAR WARFARE SCENARIOS

―      BIOCHEMISTRY / MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF PHOTOBIOMODULATION

―      BIOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF TERAHERTZ RADIATION

―      BIOLOGICAL INTERACTION OF ENGINEERED NANOMATERIALS

―      BIOLOGICAL AND NANOMATERIAL SENSOR DEVELOPMENT FOR HUMAN PERFORMANCE

―      COGNITIVE AND HUMAN FACTORS OF ANOMALY DETECTION

―      UNDERSTANDING AND PREDICTING HUMAN-CENTRIC THREATS

―      ERGONOMIC IMPROVEMENTS IN AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION

―      EPIDEMIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF INCIDENT POST-DEPLOYMENT MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS IN AIR FORCE MILITARY MEDICAL PERSONNEL​