This course will enable you to:

·       understand the key requirements on solid-state lasers in the application of micromachining

·       learn an up-to-date technology of bulk solid state lasers and fiber lasers

·       acquire the technical skills of characterizing key laser parameters

·       learn about the thermal lensing effects of solid-state laser

·       follow up a step-by-step design of diode end-pumped solid-state laser

·       be acquainted with the development of ps laser, including bulk solid-state laser, fiber laser, and hybrid laser.

·       be become familiar with the micromachining application.