Rice University

Physics of Light and Materials

Jason Hafner

Instructor: Jason Hafner

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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17 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

17 hours to complete
3 weeks at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learners will be prepared to evaluate real-world data regarding light and its interactions with materials.

  • Learners can solve complicated mathematical problems related to light and its interactions with materials.

  • Learners will be prepared for more advanced courses in physics.

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Taught in English

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This course is part of the Physics of Waves and Optics Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

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35 videos2 readings2 assignments

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31 videos7 assignments

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1 video1 assignment

Instructor

Jason Hafner
Rice University
16 Courses45,882 learners

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