The master's program "Optical Nano Technologies
Engineering" (ONTE) is being offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
at the University of Kassel, under the chair of Prof. Dr.
H. Hillmer. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is awarded a Master of Science
(M.Sc.) degree.
About the Program
 Duration of either 1.5 or 2 years
 Program completely in English
 Begin in summer or winter semester
 Personal coaching
 Small learning groups with mentors
 Supporting Package for students and
families with children
The topics of the modules cover the following thematic
areas:
• Nanophotonic Devices and Components
• Quantum Well and quantum Dot Lasers
• Nanorod LEDs and Nanorod Solar Cells
• MEMS and NEMS displays
• Nanofabrication and processing
• Optical MEMS (sensors and actuators)
• Extensive Fabrication Training in Clean Room
• Optical Imaging and Sensing Systems
• Optical Communication Systems
• Application Aspects: Sensorics, Safety, Medical
Technolgy, IT, Energy Technology
Upon reception of the M.Sc. degree, students can pursue a
PhD
Optics
Photonics
Electronics
Semiconductors
Optical Nano Technologies
Personal Coaching
Prerequisites for ONTE Program
You may know about a degree program in Optics, Photonics,
Electronics & Nano Technology. However, ONTE is more than
just that. We focus on learning methodology rather than facts
and hold ourselves accountable for results.
For entering directly into the first semester of the master
course (Case 1), the applicants should reveal:
The aim of this extensive and individualized coaching program
is to transport the key competences to the ONTE students that
make the difference between “Engineering” and “Professional
Engineering made in Germany”
 good knowledge in mathematics, semiconductor
electronic devices, optics, semiconductor physics, physics
 basic knowledge in material science and chemistry
In case, students lacking the prerequisites are required to do
a Qualification Semester (Case 2).
We help students in
Case1
PhD Degree
• Knowledge and technology transfer in a results-oriented
manner
• Intensive effective professional learning focused on the
classroom
• Allowing a student enough time to absorb & put each
concept into practice
• Preparing for the exams
• We insure that a student put the concepts into action before
the next class
• Exploring their talents & reach a professional level in Optical
Nano Technology.
• In-depth, informative excursions to optics, semiconductor &
nano technology industry
• Bridging the knowledge gap between various engineering
fields (electrical, mechanical, chemical, aerospace, Physics)
and Optical Nano Technologies
3 … 4 years
PhD Thesis
•
Coaching is customized and focused on providing support to
improve the knowledge, skills, & practices of ONTE students,
thus enhancing their achievement.
Class lecture
Coaching
Exam
Course & Module
M. Sc.
Optical Nano Technologies Engineering
Semester 3
M. Sc. Thesis Module
Semester 2
ONTE Modules and Exams
Semester 1
ONTE Modules and Exams
Qualification Modules
Electromagnetics (lec & ex)
Optics (lec & ex)
Mathematics 1 (lec & ex)
Mathematics 2 (lec & ex)
Engineering Physics (lec)
Materials and Chemistry (lec)
Semiconductor Physics (lec)
Fundamentals of Signal Processing and Communications (lec & ex)
Technical English (lec & ex)
Regular Modules
30
Credits
30
Credits
30
Credits
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in
electrical engineering, mechanical engineering,
chemical engineering, Nanoscience, chemistry,
physics or related field
Optoelectronic Devices (lec & ex)
Semiconductor Lasers (lec & ex)
Nanophotonic Sensorics (lec)
Introduction to Information Theory and Coding (lec & ex)
Introduction to Functional Safety (lec)
Fields and Waves in Optoelectronic Devices (lec & ex)
Micro- and Nanosystem Technology (lec & ex)
Technology of Electronic and Optoelectronic Devices (lec & ex)
Nanophotonic and Optoelectronic Student's Seminar (sem)
Optical Communication Systems (lec)
Case2
PhD Degree
Practical Modules
3 … 4 years
PhD Thesis
Practical Training I (Micromachined Filter Measurement)
Practical Training II (Semiconductor Laser Measurement)
M. Sc.
Optical Nano Technologies Engineering
Semester 3
M. Sc. Thesis Module
Semester 2
ONTE Modules and Exams
Semester 1
ONTE Modules and Exams
Qualification Semester
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in electrical
engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical
engineering, Nanoscience, chemistry, physics
or related field
30
Credits
30
Credits
30
Credits
30
Credits
Nanodevice Fabrication Training in the Clean Room
Thin Film Deposition and Measurement Techniques
Deposition of Optical Filters and its Analysis
Reactive Ion Etching (RIE) of Nanostuctures and its Analysis
About INA
Credits
4
5
3
3
2
2
4
5
2
The "Institute of Nanostructure Technologies and Analytics“
(INA) is member of the faculty electrical engineering/computer sciences at the university of Kassel.
Research is mainly focused on optoelectronic devices,
MEMS technology, micro- and nanotechnology and
cleanroom processing including numerous cooperations
with national and international institutes and companies.
Many projects and results have been awarded.
Credits
5
5
3
5
3
4
4
4
3
3
City of Kassel
The city of Kassel is located in the centre of Germany.
The city has 200,000 inhabitants. Kassel has many
palaces, gardens and castles. Europe´s biggest
mountain park is located in Wilhelmshöhe. Every five
years Kassel is hosts the documenta, which is worldwide
the most important exhibition of contempory art.
Credits
3
3
Credits
5
5
5
Master Thesis
Credits
Master Thesis
30
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Contact
Program Director
Prof. Dr.
Hartmut Hillmer
hillmer@ina.uni-kassel.de
Program Manager
M. Sc.
Muhammad Ikram Hafiz
hafiz@ina.uni-kassel.de
www.onte.uni-kassel.de
Institute of
Nanostructure Technologies and
Analytics
Supporting Package
Our intercultural assistants help students to simplify
organizational tasks and to get acquainted with the living
conditions in Kassel soon
• continuous support via e-mail for any inquiries, travel
preparation, money transfer, issue of a visa etc.
• co-operation with accommodation agencies and
arrangements for moving into a flat
• pickup from train station and welcome reception
• help in administrative procedures (health insurance,
registration office, visa), applications, mobile radio
contracts, opening of bank accounts etc.
• provision of information about insurances, public
transport, shopping, health service, university, libraries,
sport clubs etc.
• establishment of social contacts with other students
• help and support in case of individual problems
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Optical Nano Technologies
Engineering
Research topics
University of Kassel
Micromirrors – Light Guiding for Smart Lighting
and Energy Saving
Currently approximately 21,000
students are in Kassel. Interdisciplinary research is a priority
for the University of Kassel.
This includes research cooperations and interactions with
research institutions from all
over the world.
• Smart windows for guiding of day light
• Micromirror arrays for sun light concentration
• Efficient energy conversion in solar cell applications
• Energy harvesting
• Security and safety applications
• Ambient assisted living
• Medical Therapy
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Optical Nanospectrometer – Sensor Applications
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Research topics
Nanowire Photovoltaics & Nanowire LEDs
• Theoretical model calculations of nanophotonic devices
• Applications:
Semiconductor Lasers
 Solid-State Lighting
 Communications
 Photovoltaics
 Sensing
Device Physics
GaN-Crystal
Quantum Transport
GaN Laser Gain
Experiment
Simulation
Static optical sensor array
• Fabry-Pérot (FP) filter arrays
• Fabrication using Substrate
Conformal Imprint Lithography
(SCIL) technique
• Spectroscopic identification of
biomarkers through the skin
(cancer detection)
Tunable Optical Sensor Array
• MEMS based air gap FabryPérot (FP) filter arrays
• Electrostatic actuation
• Industrial, environmental and
medical applications
•Controlling the properties of wave propagation for MEMS
applications
• Narrowband optical filters for the visible spectral range
Hybrid Laser – Sensorics and Data Storage
Materials Design
Nanoelectronics
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Nanocarriers as a drug delivery system
for pulmonary application:
• small size leads to higher uptake into cells
• larger surface area increases biological activity
• possibility of specific tailoring
• allows controlled release and targeting
pulmonary
application
nanoparticle
encapsulated drugs
Nanonose – Gas Sensing for Medical Applications
Top DBR
Cavity
Bottom DBR
Detector
• VCSEL in UV range for data storage, spectroscopy and
medical applications
• New concepts of VCSEL design
• New materials for the active medium (organic materials)
PhD
• a Bachelor degree obtained at an accredited university in
Electrical engineering, Mechanical engineering, Chemistry
or chemical engineering, Physics, NanoSciences or an
equivalent degree.
• previous studies were completely conducted in
English or TOEFL with 80 points (internet – based) / IELTS
with a score of 6.0 or better
Nanophotonics – Light Processing
Nanoimprint Pharmacon – Nanoparticles for
Pharmaceutical Applications
Master
Requirements
Research topics
Integration of Nanosensors in mobiles
Semiconductor laser integrated into ~1mm³
• Detection of biomarkers in human breath
for medical applications
• Gas- and fluid monitoring
(e.g. pollution and water quality)
Professional Engineering
Made in Germany
Master Program in
Optical
Nano
Technologies
Engineering
Light-Matter Coupling
Blood flow with
metabolic product
(biomarkers)
• Nanorod Solar Cells
Index Coupled
VCSEL
organic active material
Biomarkers as
trace gas
in human breath
Complex Coupled
VCSEL
dielectric material
Methabolism
Full-time master course (M.Sc.) in English