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For optical design engineering

Optical Design Engineering University Program

Advance your academic and research work with industry-standard optical design tools including CODE V, LightTools, ImSym, LucidShape, and RSoft Photonic Device Tools. Our university licensing programs give students essential software access to build skills for future careers.

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Intro to Optics

Explore the fundamentals of optical design and discover how it connects with other areas of optics, including optical systems and optical engineering.

Optics for Kids

Access an online resource that teaches kids about the science of light and provides helpful resources for parents and educators.

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Software Support and Training

Contact Optical Design Engineering for information about our software support and training.

Optics Glossary

Explore our optics glossary to quickly learn key terms and strengthen your understanding of foundational concepts.

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Robert S. Hilbert Memorial Optical Design Competition

Submit your optical design course or thesis project for a chance to win part of $20,000 in awards in the Robert S. Hilbert Memorial Optical Design Competition. Open to eligible students using Keysight Optical Design Engineering software.

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