DEMO2

Mobile Demonstrator for the ICM Projects AddFlow and AddTemp

To inspire interest in STEM fields, the IFSW at the University of Stuttgart offers events where students can conduct experiments themselves and witness laser material processing. Furthermore, informational sessions are provided at schools to inform about studying at the University of Stuttgart.

Aim

To counteract the declining trend of new students in STEM fields, we aim to inspire students for STEM study programs through workshops and informational events. The goal of this project at IFSW is to engage young individuals in STEM fields, primarily mechanical engineering and physics, by conducting experiments with lasers, thereby informing them about the opportunities available in these areas of study. Additionally, we aim to interactively demonstrate to students during the workshop what scientific work looks like at institutes such as the IFSW, using projects INT1 AddTemp and INT2 AddFlow as examples. Through workshops at IFSW and informational sessions at schools and the institute, we aim to reach out to students and their parents, encouraging them to pursue STEM studies.

Offer

Conducting interactive workshops at the IFSW, providing insights into STEM subjects and research areas. Here, students will learn how laser radiation is generated, how a laser beam is guided, and how metal can be cut and marked with a laser beam.
Organizing informational events at schools to inform students about study opportunities and career prospects in the STEM field.
Hosting informational events at the IFSW to provide interested students and parents with insights into research activities and study opportunities.

Benefit

The benefit and value of this initiative lie in generating qualified talent for institutes and companies, which benefit from well-educated professionals. By fostering enthusiasm among young people for STEM subjects, it can be demonstrated early on how the knowledge acquired in their studies can be applied, thereby reducing the dropout rate. Providing information about study opportunities strengthens the future viability of the job market in STEM fields and supports the innovation capacity of companies.

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