4 ECTS credits
120 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4012230FNR for all students in the 1st semester at a (F) Master - specialised level.
In the course Recent Trends in Photonics (prof. Hugo Thienpont) you will (1) study and investigate the latest developments in the field of Optics & Photonics. You will (2) learn to how to find relevant scientific information (literature, magazine articles, websites) on a hot topic in photonics and (3) how to implement it in 45-minute presentation tutorial/ presentation. In addition you will also (4) learn how to create a scientifically correct bibliography and (5) compile a correct list of references.
Lecturing team: Prof. Hugo Thienpont
The course contributes to achieve the following competences:
· Master and apply advanced knowledge in the own field of engineering in case of complex problems.
· Thoroughly understand and apply several areas of specialisation (to be chosen by the student) in the field of photonics.
· Be acquainted with the recent innovation trends in the domain of photonics.
· Have knowledge of the most important application areas of photonic materials, components and systems.
· Have an insight in the main evolutions of fundamental research in the field of photonics.
· Understand the context of technical or scientific papers in the field of photonics and further investigate unclear parts independently.
· Take up independent positions about complex situations and be able to defend the point of view.
· Reflect on own way of thinking and acting and be aware of the own expertise.
· Be aware of ongoing evolutions in the field of interest, improve competence to expert level.
· Exhibit eagerness to learn about fundamental scientific and technical fields which are closely related to photonics.
· Ability to talk about field of specialisation also in English.
· Report on technical or scientific subjects orally, in writing and in graphics.
· Act in an ethical, professional and social way.
· Interpret the historical evolution of the own field of engineering and its social relevance.
· Have an insight in the photonics industry and in the role of photonics in the scientific and technological evolution of society.
· Show assertiveness, drive for innovation and a sense for the creation of added value.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
EXAM:
Exam consists of a final presentation/tutorial of 45 minutes on a hot topic in photonics for peers + followed by a 15-minute Q&A.
Grading is based on the following components:
1_ content & structure
2_speaking style
3_slides quality
4_Q&A
5_timing
The presentation slides + the complete overview of all used prompts/scripts must be submitted in PDF at the latest on the day of the exam, before the presentation.
Use of AI:
1_the use of AI is allowed
2_if used it must be clearly mentioned
3_all prompts/scripts used must be submitted in addition to the slides
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Photonics Engineering: On campus traject
Master of Photonics Engineering: Online/Digital traject