Calibration, Diagnostics and Preventive Maintenance
LSR 120 delves into the critical aspects of maintaining medical laser systems, focusing on vendor-neutral principles applicable across various equipment types. Technicians will learn to utilize specialized tools for power and energy measurement, perform accurate output calibration, and master techniques for beam alignment and profiling. The course covers crucial safety checks, including aiming-beam coincidence, interlock functionality, emergency-stop systems, and adherence to international electrical safety standards. Furthermore, it addresses cooling system service, systematic fault finding using error logs, and the establishment of robust preventive maintenance schedules and comprehensive service documentation, preparing technicians for advanced diagnostic and repair responsibilities.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
**Course Title:** LSR 120 Calibration, Diagnostics and Preventive Maintenance **Course Code:** LSR 120 **Certificate Program:** Medical Laser Equipment Service Technician **Target Audience:** Biomedical Technicians **Credit Hours:** 3 **Prerequisites:** LSR 100 Laser Fundamentals, LSR 110 Laser Safety **Course Objectives:** Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: * Accurately measure and calibrate laser power and energy output using appropriate instrumentation. * Perform beam alignment, profiling, and aiming-beam coincidence procedures to specified tolerances. * Conduct thorough functional tests of interlocks, emergency-stop systems, and other safety mechanisms. * Apply IEC 60601-1 concepts to perform and interpret electrical safety tests on medical laser equipment. * Diagnose and service common issues in laser cooling systems. * Implement systematic fault-finding methodologies utilizing error logs and diagnostic tools. * Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules. * Maintain accurate and compliant service records and regulatory documentation. **Weekly Outline:** * **Week 1:** Introduction to Medical Laser Service and Calibration Overview * **Week 2:** Laser Power and Energy Meters: Theory and Application * **Week 3:** Calibration of Delivered Output: Procedures and Best Practices * **Week 4:** Beam Alignment and Profiling Techniques * **Week 5:** Aiming-Beam Coincidence and System Alignment Verification * **Week 6:** Interlock and Emergency-Stop Testing * **Week 7:** Electrical Safety Testing (IEC 60601-1 Concepts and Application) * **Week 8:** Midterm Review and Practical Skill Assessment * **Week 9:** Cooling System Principles, Diagnostics, and Preventive Maintenance * **Week 10:** Systematic Fault Finding: Methodologies and Diagnostic Tools * **Week 11:** Utilizing Error Logs and Onboard Diagnostics * **Week 12:** Preventive Maintenance Schedules and Service Kit Management * **Week 13:** Service Records, Regulatory Documentation, and Quality Assurance * **Week 14:** Capstone Service Project: Integrated Diagnostics and Maintenance