Laser and Fiber Optic Systems
Students are trained to do research and development in the field of laser and fiber optic systems. Skills to carry out research in the field of infocommunications and to develop advanced optical communication systems are given. Practical skills are obtained during the research works.
The program is aimed at exposing the students to a wide range of disciplines that allow them to use of laser technology, as well as development and operation of fiber-optic communication systems.
Key advantages
- basic background and research experience in the field of modern fiber optic and laser systems
- potential to R&D in the fields of laser physics and optics
- analytical, critical and problem solving skills
- transferable skills necessary for employment: initiative, decision making and ability to undertake further professional training
FEATURES OF EDUCATION
Student research and practice
The program involves active participation of students in research and development activities, scientific schools, youth conferences and seminars, student exchange programs, acquisition of practical skills in performing laboratory work and practical training in leading Russian and foreign companies and in relevant institutes.
Modern educational technologies and relevant knowledge
During their studies, students acquire deep knowledge in the field of modern laser technologies and optical telecommunications, the skills of designing optical telecommunication systems and their elements with the use of specialized equipment and software. Throughout the program, students get hands-on experience with various laser sources, photodetectors, fiber optic lines and their elements, get familiar with the basics of building fiber optic communication and sensing systems. Students get acquainted with the basics of optical measurements, holography, optical information processing, quantum technologies.
Unique laboratory base
The laboratories where students’ scientific work is performed, are equipped with modern equipment from Thorlabs, Hamamatsu, MINI CIRCUITS, Rohde & Schwarz, Keysight, Corning, IBSEN Photonics
About the program
 Entry requirements
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 Degree awarded
Master’s Degree |
 Major areas of expertise:
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 Uniquesness
The international program Laser and Fiber Optic Systems launched in 2019 based on Russian-language program that was realized more than 10 years |
 Career opportunities:
Upon graduation of this course one may pursue positions in R&D departments in international companies in the field of telecommunication and optic systems. For example:
There is also an option to continue studies and get a PhD degree. |
 Employment. Job positions:
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 Program duration
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 Total workload / Credits
120 ECTS
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 Tuition fee per year:
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 Language
The program is taught in English
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| Main cources | ECTS |
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Theory of Telecommunication Systems and Networks Basis of Telecommunication technologies; General theory of signal transmission in different environments; Theory of digital signal processing; Methods of network analysis and synthesis; Static and dynamic models of networks of different topologies; Systems and networks hardware and software. |
2 |
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Laser Systems (Quantum Electronics) Quantum electronics, physics of lasers, laser principles and types, application of laser technologies. |
2 |
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Devices and Components of Fiber-optic Systems Principal physics of functional elements of quantum and opto-electronics; main components of fiber-optic systems, instruments and devices of functional optoelectronics; types of optical fibers, fiber-optic systems, fiber-optic communication lines and technologies. |
3 |
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Fiber-optic Systems and Sensors Fiber-optic systems and sensors, Physical basics of fiber-optic technologies, optic sensors, components and devices. |
3 |
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Fundamentals of Quantum Optics Introduction to quantum optics and quantum electrodynamics. |
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Methods of Simulation and Optimization Simulation methods in telecommunication and optical systems; Approximation problem Unconstrained Search Methods for Functions of a Single Variable: Region Elimination Methods, Polynomial Approximation, Methods Requiring Derivatives. Unconstrained Search Methods for Functions of Several Variables: Direct-Search Methods, Gradient-Based Methods. Constrained Search Methods. |
2 |
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Optical Signal Processing Space-time information and signal processing, simulation of coherent 2D optical processing. |
2 |
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Optoinformatics and Quantum cryptography Basics of Optoinformatics and Quantum Cryptography; Practical aspects of the Quantum Cryptography systems; Spintronics and quantum computers. Elements and components of Optoinformatics. |
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Light Propagation in Nonlinear Media Physical principles of light propagation in nonlinear media, basics of nonlinear optics. |
4 |
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Spectroscopy of Materials for Laser Technologies Materials of solid-state lasers, Perspective materials for laser and fiber-optic technologies, Basics of materials spectroscopy. |
2 |
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Modern Information Technologies Theoretical basics and practicum in Python programming. |
3 |
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Theory of Electromagnetic Compatibility of Radioelectronic Facilities and Systems Fundamentals of electromagnetic compatibility of radioelectronic devices and systems. |
2 |
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Laser Technologies and Holography Modern Laser Technologies and fields of application. Basics of Holography. |
2 |
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Simulation of Optical Systems Coherent optical systems, GLAD programming. |
3 |
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Practice on Laser Technologies / Practice on Fiber-Optic Technologies Practical skills of laser and optic systems design. |
14 |
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Humanitarian Module Philosophy of natural science, History and methodology of Physics. Scientific discourse. Professional foreign language (English), Career orientation. |
15 |
| Master’s Thesis and Research Work | 57 |
| Total | 120 |
Autumn (first semester)
Spring (second semester)
Autumn (third semester)
- Devices for synchronization signals transmission via fiber optic communication channels
- Combined method of measuring magnetic field components based on the optical pumping
- Methods of demodulation of fiber-optic interferometer signals using sawtooth and harmonic auxiliary modulation
- The use of laser correlation spectroscopy for the analysis of biological fluids
- Coherent optical magnetic field analyzer
- Application of LabVIEW software environment for calculating aerosol scattering intensity
- Correlation properties of intermode fiber interferometer signals
- LED use as a photodetector for a visible light communication line
- Sensitivity enhancement and compensation of temperature errors of the fiber-optic sensor of electric field strength
- Fiber optic interferometric biomedical sensors for monitoring cardiac and respiratory activities
- Interrogation of optical fiber sensors using entangled photons
- Averaged characteristics method for analyzing differential phase modulation signals in multimode fiber interferometers
- Linearization of a fiber-optic system for transmitting microwave signals with external modulators based on lithium niobate
Admission procedure
You are kindly required to fill in an on-line application. International applicants may find additional information concerning admission at SPbPU web-site .
Leading professors and guest speakers
Professor Leonid B. Liokumovich
Peter the Great St.Petersburg Polytechnic University
Light Propagation in Nonlinear Media (Engl.), Individual Research Work
Professor Vladimir M. Mostepanenko,
HI=50, leading scientist in the field of quantum technology:
- Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
- Russian Academy of Sciences
- Pulkovo Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Individual Research Work Supervision, Lectures on Fluctuation Forces Between Bodies, Quantum Effects in Nanodevices
Professor Galina L. Klimchitskaya,
HI=48, leading scientist in the field of quantum technology
- Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
- Russian Academy of Sciences
- Pulkovo Observatory of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Individual Research Work Supervision, Lectures on the Optical Properties of Thin Film, Fluctuation Forces Controlled by Radiation
Professor Ge Dong
Head of the Optoelectronics Science Laboratory Tsinghua University, China
Invited lectures on signal and image processing, latest trends in communication technologies
Professor Ivan V. Pleshakov
- Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
- Ioffe Institute
- Russian Academy of Sciences
Spectroscopy of Materials for Laser Technologies (Engl.)
Professor Vladimir A. Sorotsky
Director of the Institute of Physics, Nanotechnology and Telecommunications, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
Theory of Telecommunication Systems and Networks (Engl.)
Professor Alexander V. Shamray
- Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University
- Ioffe Institute
- Russian Academy of Sciences
- Saint Petersburg National Research University of Information Technologies, Mechanics and Optics University ITMO
Fundamentals of Quantum Optics (Engl.)
Program Partners
NI accelerates productivity, innovation, and discovery through an open, software-defined platform. This approach helps to develop and increase the performance of automated test and automated measurement systems.
Schlumberger is the world's leading provider of technology for reservoir characterization, production, and processing. Working in more than 85 countries and employing approximately 100,000 people who represent over 140 nationalities, Schlumberger supplies the industry's most comprehensive range of products and services.
Corning is one of the world's leading innovators in materials science, with a 167-year track record of life-changing inventions. Corning applies its unparalleled expertise in glass science, ceramics science, and optical physics, along with its deep manufacturing and engineering capabilities, to develop category-defining products that transform industries and enhance people's lives.
Light for Innovation – since 1986, the Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) has been committed to advancing laser technology. LZH has been devoted to the selfless promotion of applied research in the field of laser technology. Research, development, consulting, training and education as well as the promotion of young talents in the fields of photonics and laser technology are the main tasks of the LZH
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) combines top-class facilities for cutting-edge research with unique learning opportunities for students. It is committed to finding solutions to the major challenges facing society as we move forward:
- Health & Nutrition
- Energy & Natural Resources
- Environment & Climate
- Information & Communications
- Mobility & Infrastructure.
The university thinks and acts with an entrepreneurial spirit. Its aim: to create lasting value for society. All this combines to make it one of Europe’s leading universities.
Tsinghua is one of the most prestigious university in China. Through teaching, research and innovation, Tsinghua is committed to the advancement and well-being of the nation and the world.
Nearly 30 years of development, the Institute has supervised and carried out 51 State-level R&D projects, 106 ministerial level projects and 02 international inter-governmental projects. Among them 4 have been awarded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, 2 has won Medal of VIFOTEC 1999 and VIFOTEC 2008. Many electronic and automation products with VIELINA trade mark are based on outstanding results of R&D projects. The Institute has published 254 R&D papers, and has been chosen as the steering institution for the State Program of Science and Technology on Automation through 3 consecutive terms (1991-2005).
The Ioffe Institute is one of Russia’s largest institutions for research in physics and technology with a wide variety of operating projects.
Concern CSRI Elektropribor, JSC, provides a full cycle of work, from research to manufacturing, delivery and maintenance of its products in the following fields: Integrated navigation systems of submarines and surface ships, Micromechanical gyroscopes and accelerometers, miniature inertial modules to control highly dynamic objects for various purposes, Navigation equipment, et.al.
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Additional Benefits
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Contact details
- Elina Nepomnyashchaya, Program Coordinator
- +7 (921) 344-58-19
- Elina.nep@gmail.com
- Polytechnicheskaya, 29, Academic Building No 2, room 260, 195251 St. Petersburg