This course is intended  to increase the depth of knowledge in the field of EO/IR technology and give an understanding of the underlying principles, and give an appreciation of the likely future advances in the technology and the importance of this technology in the wider defence system.

At a glance

  • Dates
    • 11 - 15 Jan 2027
  • Duration5 days
  • LocationCranfield University at Shrivenham
  • CostShort course £2,475, accredited short course £2,725.
    Concessions available

What you will learn

On successful completion of this course you will be able to:

  • Describe EO/IR systems and the underlying principles and technolog,
  • Analyse the significance of the EO/IR system in the defence context,
  • Assess the performance of EO/IR systems.

Core content

The course will cover: 

  • Advanced radiometry and power calculations,
  • Modulation transfer function,
  • Minimum resolvable temperature difference,
  • Advanced digital image processing,
  • Laser systems (principles and applications),
  • Laser directed energy weapons,
  • Laser countermeasures,
  • Electro-optic protection measures.

Credit towards further study

When taken as an accredited short course, 10 credit points can be put towards the Military Electronic Systems Engineering MSc.

Find out more about accredited short course.

Who should attend

This course is suitable for those in the defence and security sectors, both civil and military.

Concessions

A limited number of MOD sponsored places are available.

Location and travel

Cranfield Defence and Security (CDS) is a Cranfield School based at the Ministry of Defence establishment on the Oxfordshire/Wiltshire borders.

Shrivenham itself lies in the picturesque Vale of the White Horse, close to the M4 motorway which links London and South Wales. It is 7 miles from Swindon, the nearest town, which lies off the M4 at the hub of Britain’s motorway network.

Bath, Cheltenham, Bristol and Oxford are all within an hour’s drive and London less than two hours away by car.

All visitors must be pre-booked in at reception by the person they are visiting on the campus. 

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How to apply

To apply for this course please use the online application form.

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