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Overview
This Physics of Waves and Optics course offered by Coursera in partnership with Rice University is for learners who have completed a first-year university-level physics course and wants to continue their study.
Through three courses, you will gain a foundation in waves and optics ranging from simple oscillators and waves in strings, to advanced diffraction effects of electromagnetic waves.
With an entire semester of lectures and over 100 problems, this comprehensive specialization is similar in detail and rigor to what is taught in on-campus courses. It will thoroughly prepare learners for a career in optics or advanced studies in physics.
Applied Learning Project
The courses include conceptual lecture questions, computational homework problems, and comprehensive exams. These will build your skills in using mathematical tools (trigonometry, vector analysis, and calculus) to calculate and/or estimate needed parameters in real-world problems.
Programme Structure
Course structure:
- Oscillators and Waves
- Light and Materials
- Geometrical and Physical Optics
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
- 6 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Optometry View 3 other Short Courses in Optometry in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Intermediate level
- Learners need to have already completed a year of introductory physics to fully benefit from this course.
- This specialization is aimed at learners with prior physics knowledge who want to deepen their understanding of waves and optics and develop strong problem‑solving skills for advanced studies or careers in physics.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
Course is free for the first 7 days. After 7 days, the course can be accessed with the Coursera Plus Subscription
Funding
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