OPT-131: Optical Elements and Ray Optics

Course Description

An introductory course dealing with terminology and techniques in the use of analytical and laboratory methods for planning, executing and evaluating arrangements using components such as mirrors, prisms, thin and thick lenses, diffusers, stops, reticles, and various types of light sources. Reflection, refraction, dispersion, image formation and aberrations are studied with emphasis on the ray concept of light. Three class hours, three laboratory hours. (Students not enrolled in an optical technology program may be admitted to the class with approval of Department Chairperson.)

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OPT-131 Sections for Spring 2026

With the following scheduling option(s)

5 Sections Offered

OPT-131, Section 105

CRN #33771
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 180
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 180
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
9:00 am - 11:50 am

OPT-131, Section 106

CRN #33772
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 180
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Friday
9:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 180
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday
9:00 am - 11:40 am
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Friday
9:00 am - 11:50 am

OPT-131, Section 285

CRN #33773
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 182
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Thursday
5:30 pm - 8:20 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 182
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Thursday
5:30 pm - 8:20 pm

OPT-131, Section 286

CRN #35265
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 182
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Wednesday
5:30 pm - 8:20 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 182
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Wednesday
5:30 pm - 8:20 pm

OPT-131, Section 287

CRN #35282
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

To be announced

Seats Remaining

12

Already on Waitlist

0

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Jan 20th, 2026 – Jun 27th, 2026Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
LectureBrighton Campus
Building REMOTE, Room TBA
Jan 20th, 2026 – Jun 27th, 2026Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 169
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – Jun 27th, 2026
Day / Time Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building REMOTE, Room TBA
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – Jun 27th, 2026
Day / Time Monday
5:30 pm - 8:10 pm