Course for students of the faculties of electrical engineering, physics or mechanical engineering
Contents: The threatening climatic changes on earth force us to tap the full potential of energy saving measures. In Germany roughly 10% of the high-valued electrical energy is used for lighting. More efficient lighting techniques are available to make a substantial contribution to a reduced CO2 production. Along with Australia other countries will outlaw light lamps in the future. However, Germany is still a "country of nutty bulb buyers" (Land von bekloppten Birnenkäufern) [Der Spiegel, März 2007].
The course Lighting Engineering addresses students of the faculties of electrical engineering, physics or mechanical engineering. Its first part deals with the generation of light as a physical phenomenon as well as with optical image formation. In the second part different technologies of light generation will be discussed: from the incandescent lamp over the fluorescent tube to modern white LEDs.
Knowledge about existing technologies as well as a valuation of future developments will be imparted.
Examination: written work/oral (will be announced during the course)
Lecture notes: will be provided.
Will be held: each SS
Contact person: Prof. Dr. Andreas Waag / N. N.