Laser- and Optotechnologies (B.Eng.)
What makes this degree programme special?
- Practical experience instead of theory: Work with ultra-short pulse lasers and simulate optics with special software – in state-of-the-art laboratories
- Experience industry: Develop solutions in real projects with partners such as Fraunhofer, BMBF & Co.
- Optical Valley Jena: Perfect infrastructure for photonics – research and high-tech right on site.
- Unique: Not just a laser or optics degree programme, but the ideal combination of both – with a focus on experimental skills and craftsmanship.
- also as an option with in-depth practical training in cooperating companies
What is the structure of the programme?
Enrolment takes place in the respective winter semester (October). The standard period of study is six semesters. During the first three semesters, the focus of your education is on consolidating, deepening and expanding your knowledge of mathematics, physics and languages. You will also be taught the first basic technical subjects.
Subject-specific content is taught in semesters 3 to 6. You can gain your first practical knowledge and experience parallel to the lectures in the internships offered.
The practical relevance of the programme is also underpinned by an 8-week industrial placement. Two further projects with subject-specific content to be completed during the 4th and 5th semesters serve on the one hand to deepen your knowledge of the respective subject-specific basics, and on the other hand train you in an interdisciplinary working style.
Your studies conclude at the end of the 6th semester with the defence of your Bachelor's thesis. You can complete your Bachelor's phase in industry, at research institutions or at universities both in Germany and abroad.
The qualification network of university, industry and research, supported by the Thuringian competence network "OptoNet e.V.", guarantees a high scientific and at the same time practical standard for the content of the topics for the Bachelor's thesis. Furthermore, with the support of the university and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), you have the opportunity to take an additional voluntary year abroad after the 4th semester.
Module overview
What are the entry requirements?
- Higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), subject-related higher education entrance qualification or entrance qualification for a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschulreife)
- You don't have a higher education entrance qualification but you have work experience? Find out about studying without High School Diploma.
- Did you complete your school or university education abroad? Please note the admission requirements for studying in Germany.
What career prospects do I have after completing my studies?
Your fields of application include the optics industry, laser technology, laser development and application, information and communication technology, optoelectronics, electronics, computer technology, medical and environmental technology, biotechnology and fields related to optics. Due to the international recognition of the Bachelor's degree, there are very good opportunities for you to start your career not only in Germany, but also abroad. The short duration of study (3 years) and the international orientation already during the course of study are advantageous. The industry thus has a young, solidly trained specialist at its disposal.
Your career opportunities
Your tasks:
- Development of strategic laser processes for the group of companies
- Independent planning, execution and documentation of tests to determine and optimise process parameters
- Transfer of results from the laboratory to our production machines
- Determining the requirements for machine technology and processing optics on the basis of these results
- Process commissioning as part of the in-house machine acceptance test
- Support of commissioning at the customer's site
- Support of our customers within the scope of second level support
Your tasks:
- Concept and further development of current automotive sensor setups (radar, camera, ultrasound, laser) in the series application of modern driver assistance systems (ADAS) and in the context of autonomous driving.
- Communication with various stakeholders (developers, customers, system managers, etc.)
- Formulation and elaboration of specific requirements for the developers
- Coordination of the requirements with the stakeholders and support of the implementation up to series production readiness
- Analysis and evaluation of various sensor systems with regard to their performance in relation to the specified requirements.
Your tasks:
- The assembly and initial commissioning of special machines in the field of laser technologies
- Maintenance and repair work on machines and systems
- Service work on special machines in the office and in the field
- In addition, setting up and operating systems in our contract manufacturing as required
Who should I contact if I have any questions?
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