Optics Courses and Certifications

First Order Optical System Design

342 ratings at Coursera

Explore optical system design, from eyewear to telescopes. Learn first-order design techniques, use industry-standard software, and develop intuition for complex optical systems.

• Coursera
• 22 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction to Biomedical Optics: From Theory to Applications

Explore biomedical optics fundamentals, light-tissue interactions, and advanced imaging techniques. Gain hands-on experience with optical instrumentation and tissue phantom characterization for practical applications in biomedical engineering.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Crystal Optics

Master the principles of mineral identification using polarizing microscopes, from light behavior to interference patterns and optical properties for accurate mineral analysis.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Introduction to Biomedical Optics

Explore biomedical optics from light-tissue interactions to advanced imaging modalities—super-resolution, OCT, photoacoustics, and optical therapies—preparing you for research or industry roles in photonic medicine.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Essentials of Quantum Optics

Delve into quantum optics fundamentals, from harmonic oscillators to atom-field interactions, preparing you for research in quantum technology, superconducting circuits, and optomechanics.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

IIT Kharagpur;  NPTEL

Wave Optics

Explore wave optics, from fundamentals to advanced concepts. Gain in-depth understanding of diffraction, interference, and polarization through mathematical derivations and practical applications.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

thefoainc

Premises Cabling - Copper, Fiber Optics, and Wireless Systems

1 rating

Master comprehensive premises cabling fundamentals covering copper, fiber optics, and wireless systems through FOA's updated lecture series for certification preparation.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Physics of Oscillators and Waves

18 ratings at Coursera

Explore wave physics, from equations to propagation, with hands-on problem-solving using graphical analysis, algebra, vectors, and calculus. Prepare for advanced physics studies.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Physics of Light and Materials

Explore electromagnetic waves, Fresnel equations, and polarization in this comprehensive introduction to the physics of light, preparing you for advanced studies in optics and physics.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Chad's Prep

Chad's General Physics - Complete Course Covering Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics

Master fundamental physics concepts through comprehensive video lectures covering mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, optics, and quantum physics with practical examples.

• YouTube
• 20 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Physics Fundamentals: Oscillations and Waves

Explore wave physics fundamentals including oscillations, propagation phenomena, reflection, refraction, diffraction, and the Doppler effect through comprehensive analysis.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Exploratorium

Exploring Light: Hands-on Activities and Strategies for Teachers

57 ratings at Coursera

Hands-on workshop exploring light through activities and experiments. Covers perception, historical models, optics, and wave properties. Designed for science teachers to enhance classroom instruction.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Complete AP and College Physics Course

1153 ratings at Udemy

Master the College/AP physics from classical to modern physics, then test your knowledge with 300+ practice exercises!

• Udemy
• 1 day 6 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Birla Institute Of Technology And Science–Pilani (BITS–Pilani)

General Physics

Discover fundamental physics principles from Newton's laws to wave optics, mastering mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetic phenomena for scientific problem-solving.

• Coursera
• 2 days 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Physics 101: Intro to Physics

Comprehensive introduction to physics fundamentals, covering mechanics, energy, waves, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and nuclear physics. Engaging lessons simplify complex topics for beginners.

• Study.com
• 1 day
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course