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Optics Courses

Optics courses can help you learn about light behavior, lens design, wave-particle duality, and optical instruments. You can build skills in ray tracing, optical testing, and understanding the principles of diffraction and interference. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for designing optical systems, simulation software for modeling light propagation, and measurement devices used in laboratories to analyze optical phenomena.


Popular Optics Courses and Certifications


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    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Learn Cinematography

    Skills you'll gain: Cinematography, Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Photography, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Creativity, Podcasting, Content Creation, Image Quality, Music

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Energy and Utilities, Experimentation

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Experimentation, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Color Theory, Applied Mathematics

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Exploring Quantum Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Science and Research, Mechanics, Physical Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    General Relativity I: Theoretical Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Calculus, electromagnetics, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Peer Review, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Information Privacy, Web Design and Development

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    General Relativity II: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    普通物理學-電磁學、光學及近代物理 (General Physics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Systems, Physics, Electronic Components, electromagnetics, Physical Science, Mechanics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Astronomía básica

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Environment, General Science and Research, Global Positioning Systems, Biology, Systems Of Measurement, Estimation, Scientific Visualization

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    University of Rochester

    Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Scientific Visualization, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optics courses

  • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Learn Cinematography: Skillshare
  • How Things Work: An Introduction to Physics: University of Virginia
  • Mechanics: Motion, Forces, Energy and Gravity, from Particles to Planets: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing: Northwestern University
  • Exploring Quantum Physics: University of Maryland, College Park
  • General Relativity I: Theoretical Foundations: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Photography Techniques: Light, Content, and Sharing: Michigan State University
  • General Relativity II: Applications: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 普通物理學-電磁學、光學及近代物理 (General Physics (1)): National Taiwan University

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