ZEISS Academic Program

Metrology is an Essential Part of Manufacturing and Engineering Education

ZEISS can help your institution create an engaging metrology program to prepare students for the precision measurement now needed in manufacturing. Our program goes beyond the theoretical by offering hands-on instruction with cutting-edge inspection instruments. Students get to use ZEISS CMMs and other ZEISS metrology equipment to better understand GD&T concepts, become better machinists, and importantly, gain the necessary knowledge and experience for industry success as highly skilled trade professionals.

Beginning in 2015, the program has provided over 250 systems to colleges and universities in North America, involving over 50,000 students, and participates in more than 40 collegiate and academic events each year. It supports the needs of both the student and the institution with a single academic solution with ZEISS metrology equipment and free software training, service and application support, student learning material, and online tools.

Academic Program Contacts

If you have any questions about the ZEISS Academic Program, please use the form below or contact Joe Zofchak, Academic Program Manager (joe.zofchak@zeiss.com). Thank you for your interest in metrology education.

Institutions offering machining, manufacturing, metrology, or engineering programs and seeking to integrate metrology into their curriculum.
Reach out to us to see if your program is a good fit!
In addition to multisensor CMMs, the ZEISS Academic Program offers the entire range of ZEISS metrology inspection technology. This includes multisensor Vision Measuring Machines, surface finish and geometry (SF&G) systems, industrial CT X-ray and microscopes, 3D scanners, and intelligent software solutions. Our vast portfolio ensures comprehensive support for your academic needs.
If you require metrology software only, please contact us.
Reach out to the ZEISS Academic Program to request a quote for a software update. All ZEISS Academic Program customers are eligible for a discounted update fee for all existing CALYPSO software seats (including offline seats).
ZEISS Academic Program offers a special eLearning package (17.5 hours of material) that can be used to refresh instructors’ knowledge or as a “textbook” for students.
After completing the Academic eLearning package, students are eligible for a ZEISS certificate of completion. This certificate is a valuable resource during a job search.
To explore all eLearning modules, access the ZEISS Academy. Reach out to the ZEISS Academic Program to learn more.
ZEISS provides several training options in multiple formats to meet your needs. This includes training classes for ZEISS CALYPSO and ZEISS INSPECT software and AUKOM certifications.
Training is offered at several ZEISS classroom locations throughout the United States. Equivalent “Live Online” courses are offered which utilize the ZEISS CMM at your facility (call for more information). We can also arrange an Applications Engineer to provide on-site training at your location for an additional fee.
Educators receive a discounted training fee through the ZEISS Academic Program.

Click here to learn more about training options. https://www.zeiss.com/metrology/us/services/zeiss-academy-metrology.html
Registration for all ZEISS training classes is available through the ZEISS Academy Metrology. Training class categories, dates, and locations are listed there as well.

If you recently purchased ZEISS metrology technology that includes training credits, please refer to your purchase or sales order number when registering to redeem your credits.
ZEISS Academic Program customers receive a special discount on most accessories.
You can find CMM styli and other accessories through the ZEISS Metrology Shop - https://shop.metrology.zeiss.com/
Sign in with your ZEISS ID to create a quote or purchase directly from the online shop.
Curriculum development assistance
Event support
Competition support
Customized support solutions
Formal partnerships supporting machining, manufacturing, and metrology education efforts

Metrology Education Opportunities

Contact our Academic Team to learn more.