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.

Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Computer Vision, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Processing, Engineering Practices, Water Sustainability, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Histogram, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Data Import/Export, Algorithms
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Production Process, Test Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Research
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Physics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Biology, Experimentation, Scientific Visualization, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Finite Element Methods, Medical Devices, Materials science, Micrometer, Manufacturing Processes, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Process Control, Biomedical Engineering, Product Testing, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Process Engineering, Computer Architecture, Laboratory Procedures, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations, Hardware Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Medical Imaging, System Configuration, Physics
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Motion Graphics, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Machine Learning Methods, Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, Performance Tuning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Techniques
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Materials science, Physical Science, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Cryptography, Simulation and Simulation Software, Physics, Computing Platforms, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mechanics, Electrical Systems, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Research, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months