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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Graphing, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry
★ 4.7 (305) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Physical Science, Engineering Calculations
★ 4.5 (203) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Simulations, Integral Calculus, Correlation Analysis, Probability, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Predictive Analytics, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems
★ 4.9 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Torque (Physics), electromagnetics, Physics, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Scientific Visualization, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling
★ 4.7 (269) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Electrical Engineering, Image Analysis, Systems Design, Human Factors, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Calculations, Technical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Design Process, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics
★ 4.6 (53) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

MathWorks
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Quantitative Research, File Management
★ 4.8 (208) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Photography, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Semiconductors, Algorithms
★ 4.7 (160) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Techniques
★ 4.8 (32) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Medical Imaging, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, electromagnetics, Applied Mathematics
★ 4.6 (71) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Materials science, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving
★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Image Quality, Engineering Calculations, System Requirements, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Image Analysis, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Spatial Analysis
★ 4.2 (64) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Visual Storytelling, Media and Communications, Art History, Cultural Responsiveness, Storytelling, Journalism, Social Justice, Social Impact
★ 4.8 (4.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months