Electro-optic and Infrared Systems Part 1 - GWS-EOIR1

Technology School

Technology

5 days

Shrivenham

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Level

Postgraduate

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Keywords

advanced radiometry defence shrivenham daylight systems shrivenham electro-optic systems shrivenham EO&IR1 infrared systems shrivenham

About this course

AS A PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE, THE DEFENCE ACADEMY HAS POSTPONED THIS COURSE IN LIGHT OF COVID-19. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK THIS PAGE FOR RESCHEDULED COURSE DATES.

This short course is a module from the Guided Weapons System (GWS) MSc course. It is delivered by Cranfield University on behalf of the Technology School, Defence Academy.

EO/IR systems are commonplace in both civil and military applications and as the technology matures their capability continues to grow and their cost begins to come down. This course will introduce this technology so that attendees will:

understand the underlying principles
appreciate the likely future advances in the technology
appreciate the importance of electro-optic and infrared technology in the wider Defence system

What you will learn

You will learn/develop:

simple radiometry and power calculations
signature generation (solid and gaseous)
contrast and atmospheric effects
optical systems
detector type (thermal, photon, one- and two-dimensional arrays, fibre sensors)
cooling requirements
detector performance characteristics
simple electronic processing and display options
electro-optic and infrared seeker systems
countermeasures (including stealth) and counter-countermeasures
digital image processing

How will this course help my career?

The course is intended for military officers and defence industry scientists and technical officers. It is particularly suitable for those who will be involved with the specification, analysis, development, or technical management of electro-optics.

Before you attend

If you are seeking a Ministry of Defence (MOD) funded place, you will need to demonstrate in your application that there is a clear business need to undertake the course.

Can I attend this course?

This course is suitable for the following type(s) of applicant.

Industry
Internationals
Military
MOD Civil Servants
Partners Across Government (PAG)

How will I learn?

Classroom

How will you be assessed?

Exam.

10 credits from this course may be credited towards the Military Electronic Systems Engineering MSc.

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