lasers
Devices that are able to produce light through the optical amplification of the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation, such as gas lasers, solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, photonic lasers and semiconductor lasers. The spatial and temporal coherence of lasers allows for the concentration of light in one place, such as laser pointers, as well as the concentration of light in time, so that light can be produced in a much shorter time than other light and can also emit as single colour of light.
lasers — devices that are able to produce light through the optical amplification of the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation, such as gas lasers, solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, photonic lasers and semiconductor lasers. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 49.32/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 1 occupations in our catalogue, including Photonics Technicians.
Occupations that require lasers
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Frequently asked questions
What is lasers?
Devices that are able to produce light through the optical amplification of the stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation, such as gas lasers, solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, photonic lasers and semiconductor lasers.
What category of skill is lasers?
ESCO classifies lasers under the knowledge category, specifically in the chemical engineering and processes subcategory.
Is lasers an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the enduring band (SCI 49.32/100) — a human-connection anchor whose value is projected to hold or grow through 2030. This is a durable skill to invest in — high human-connection skills consistently resist automation.
Which jobs require lasers?
In our catalogue, 1 occupations list lasers as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include Photonics Technicians.
How transferable is lasers between industries?
ESCO tags lasers as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is lasers the same as optical oscillator?
Yes — lasers is also known as optical oscillator, semiconductor lasers, fiber lasers, gas lasers, solid-state lasers, light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation, photonic lasers, or typology of lasers. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn lasers?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands lasers and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.