FSK3415 Seminar Course in Laser Safety 1.5 credits

• Function of different lasers and their wavelength domains.
• Classification of lasers.
• Basic safety rules.
• The biological effects of laser radiation.
• Use of protective equipment.
• Control of related hazards including electrical safety and fire safety.
• Emergency response procedures.

To understand functionality and hazards for different types of lasers in different situations, and to be able to minimize the hazards when using them.

Research students within the field of physics.

Basic courses on Advaced level in optics, laser physics and atomic and molecular physics.

Laser Safety, Hendersson R. Schulmeister K., Institute of Physics Publishing, 2003. Articles adapted to the seminars.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

• SEM1 - Seminars, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

The student prepares and gives a seminar during one lesson (45 min.) and attend the other students seminars and participate in the discussions in connection with that.

Passed seminar and 75 % attendance is demanded for passed (P).

Fredrik Laurell

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Course contents: Function of different lasers and their wavelength domains. Classification of lasers. Basic safety rules. The biological effects of laser radiation. Use of protective equipment. Control of related hazards including electrical safety and fire safety.  Emergency response procedures.