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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Management, Data Quality, Technical Management, Applied Machine Learning, Project Management, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Development Life Cycle, Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Data Pipelines, Technical Design, Technology Solutions, Systems Design, Data Collection, Data Science, Systems Architecture, Feature Engineering, System Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Stakeholder Engagement, Compliance Reporting, Content Creation, Brand Management, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Case Studies, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, System Monitoring, Workflow Management, Application Performance Management, Tool Calling, Continuous Monitoring, Scalability, Prompt Engineering, Business Software, Test Tools, Code Review, Integration Testing, User Feedback, Performance Metric
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Meta
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, API Design, Unit Testing, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Javascript
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Performance Analysis, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, User Experience, Competitive Analysis, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Python Programming, IBM Cloud, Server Side, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Unit Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Writing, Generative AI, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Staff Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
SAS
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, SAS (Software), Data Access, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Statistical Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Processing, Data Integration, SQL, Computer Programming, Data Presentation, Debugging
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Databases, Business Logic, Java, Data Warehousing, File Management, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Migration, Data Manipulation, Scalability, Data Transformation, Software Documentation, Software Installation, Data Processing, MySQL, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months