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    Rice University

    Physics of Waves and Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, electromagnetics, Vibrations, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving

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    Arizona State University

    Materials Science for Technological Application

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Physical Science, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Reliability, Engineering Calculations

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Optical Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Design Software, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Numerical Analysis, Electronic Components, System Design and Implementation, Systems Design, Human Factors, Applied Mathematics, Physics, System Configuration

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Physics, Angular, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Differential Equations, Physical Science

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Systems Of Measurement, Torque (Physics), Differential Equations, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Physics Fundamentals: Oscillations and Waves

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, electromagnetics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

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    Arizona State University

    Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Failure Analysis, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Structural Analysis, Chemistry, Engineering Calculations

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    MathWorks

    Image Processing for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Image Quality, Matlab, Computer Vision, Traffic Flow Optimization, Automation, Digital Signal Processing, Anomaly Detection, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Data Store

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Electrical Engineering, Technical Design, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Materials science, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Performance Testing, Physics, Emerging Technologies, Applied Mathematics

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Robotics, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Computer Architecture, Civil Engineering, Cybersecurity, Public Works, Cloud Computing, Electronic Hardware

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    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Matlab, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular physical+optics courses

  • Physics of Waves and Optics: Rice University
  • Materials Science for Technological Application: Arizona State University
  • Optical Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Quantum Mechanics for Engineers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Physics Fundamentals: Mechanics: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Physics Fundamentals: Oscillations and Waves: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • General Physics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
  • Image Processing for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder

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