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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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    L&T EduTech

    Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Telecommunications, Matlab, High Voltage, Three-Phase, Electrical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Calculations, Electrical Power, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Materials science, Mathematical Modeling

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    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    Electric Vehicles and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Market Dynamics, Civil Engineering, Economic Development, Market Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Public Policies, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Policy, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Science, Economics, Cost Benefit Analysis, Climate Change Mitigation, Consumer Behaviour

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    The University of Tokyo

    From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Scientific Visualization

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Manchester

    Introduction to Physical Chemistry

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Materials science, Chemical Engineering

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Introduction to solar cells

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Sustainable Technologies, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Emerging Technologies, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Calculations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery Pack Balancing and Power Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Power, Electrical Engineering, Estimation, Simulations, Electronic Systems, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Electronic Components, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Introdução ao Controle de Sistemas

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Systems Design, Systems Engineering, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Performance Testing, Differential Equations

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Carnegie Mellon University

    Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Materials science, Chemistry, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Computational Logic, Embedded Systems, Hardware Architecture, Simulations, Functional Testing, Debugging

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    MathWorks

    Creating Custom Apps in MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Interactive Design, Data Sharing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Design of Transmission Line: Modelling and Performance: L&T EduTech
  • Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electric Vehicles and Mobility: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • From the Big Bang to Dark Energy: The University of Tokyo
  • Introduction to Physical Chemistry: University of Manchester
  • Introduction to Semiconductor Process 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Introduction to solar cells: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Battery Pack Balancing and Power Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introdução ao Controle de Sistemas: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines: Carnegie Mellon University

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