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Optical Engineering Courses

Optical engineering courses can help you learn about light propagation, lens design, optical systems, and imaging techniques. You can build skills in wave optics, photonics, and optical measurement methods. Many courses introduce tools such as ray tracing software, optical simulation programs, and design software that facilitate the creation and analysis of optical components. You'll also explore applications in telecommunications, medical imaging, and laser technology, enhancing your ability to solve practical problems in various industries.


Popular Optical Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Systems, System Programming, Operating Systems, Ubuntu, Linux, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, C (Programming Language), Algorithms

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    University of Geneva

    Simulation and modeling of natural processes

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Python Programming, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Mechanics

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    Columbia University

    The Age of Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Human Development, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Food Services, World History

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Physique des particules - une introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Physical Science, Laboratory Equipment, Science and Research, Experimentation, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Fire and Explosion Hazards Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Hazard Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Incident Management, Failure Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Safety and Security, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Estimation

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainability Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Consulting, Business Consulting, Environmental Management Systems, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment, Analysis

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Mecánica de materiales

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Materials science, Civil Engineering, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Trigonometry

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    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Mechanization in Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Safety Training, Construction, Hazard Analysis, Hydraulics, Construction Engineering, Equipment Design, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Sustainable Engineering, Grading (Landscape), Civil Engineering, Personal protective equipment, Construction Management, Machine Controls, Structural Engineering, Plant Operations and Management, Safety Assurance, Vibrations, Mechanical Engineering

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Systèmes d’Information Géographique - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Modeling, GIS Software, SQL, Database Design, Spatial Data Analysis, Database Management, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Capture, Data Storage

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Chemistry, Laboratory Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optical engineering courses

  • Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Simulation and modeling of natural processes: University of Geneva
  • The Age of Sustainable Development: Columbia University
  • Physique des particules - une introduction: University of Geneva
  • Fire and Explosion Hazards Analysis: University of California, Davis
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Sustainability Consulting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mecánica de materiales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • SOLIDWORKS Assemblies and Exam Level Part Modeling: Dassault Systèmes
  • Mechanization in Construction: L&T EduTech

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