Research: CDE research is focused on solving DoD research problems related to directed energy technologies and DoD applications.  CDE is enabling technologies focused on education, consulting, and advising. 

Education:  CDE is focused on developing the next generation of Directed Energy (DE) professionals.  Pre-service and in-service short courses are offered with an emphasis on research to support education.  In conjunction with the graduate school and the Engineering Physics Department, CDE offers rigorous academic programs focused on all the DE associated technologies.  Additionally, co-ops and internships offer opportunities to apply knowledge to relevant world situations. 

Innovation:  CDE strives to contribute to the DoD directed energy community through robust research solutions and delivery of products addressing critical DoD needs related to directed energy.  CDE researches new sources of laser power, including chemical, gas, and solid state lasers with advanced active tracking and adaptive optics capabilities.

Collaboration: CDE develops Modeling and Simulation Products for researchers and war fighters through the collaboration and support of a diverse group of partners in the DoD and DE communities.