Rethinking optical engineering capstone design experience

Robert M. Bunch; Richard S. Lepkowicz; Sergio C. Granieri

doi:10.1117/12.860665

31 August 2010 Rethinking optical engineering capstone design experience

Robert M. Bunch, Richard S. Lepkowicz, Sergio C. Granieri

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Proceedings Volume 7783, Optics Education and Outreach; 77830O (2010) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.860665
Event: SPIE Optical Engineering + Applications, 2010, San Diego, California, United States

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We developed a three quarter capstone project course sequence for our ABET accredited optical engineering program. In the first course of the sequence we teach design methodology based on a mini-project done concurrently with lectures outlining the product development process. The mini-project is centered on the design of an imaging system. The kit used for this design project consists of a webcam, 20 lenses, and a collection of lens tubes and adaptors. Over the next two quarters the students choose from a selection of client-based projects, where the focus is on team work that culminates in a functional prototype.

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Robert M. Bunch, Richard S. Lepkowicz, and Sergio C. Granieri "Rethinking optical engineering capstone design experience", Proc. SPIE 7783, Optics Education and Outreach, 77830O (31 August 2010); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.860665

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