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.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Blueprint Reading, Estimation, Cost Estimation, Project Estimation, Architectural Drawing, Construction Management, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Project Controls, Construction, Systems Of Measurement, Performance Measurement, Graphical Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Data Science, Logistic Regression, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, LLM Application, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Ajax, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Web Development, Data Management, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Development, MySQL, Javascript and jQuery, Information Architecture, Database Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Security, User Accounts, Data Validation
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Database Design, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Data Modeling, Application Development, Database Architecture and Administration, Requirements Analysis, Data Persistence
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Incident Response, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Hugging Face, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI API, LangGraph, Model Deployment, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, CI/CD, Embeddings, Text Mining, Containerization, Restful API, Open Source Technology, Data Preprocessing, Docker (Software)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Writing, Education and Training, Storytelling, Human Learning, Instructional Strategies, Community Outreach, Science and Research, Writing and Editing, Content Creation, Liberal Arts, Photography, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Driving engagement, Creativity, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Intercultural Competence, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Organizational Leadership, Social Justice, Adaptability
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Agentic systems, Data Access, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Enterprise Security, Cloud Storage, Data Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Application Deployment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Pandas (Python Package), Box Plots, Python Programming, Data Science, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Ideation, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, AI Workflows, Design Thinking, Content Creation, Multimedia, Storytelling, Visual Design, Content Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks