Optical Engineering Specialization

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The Optical Engineering Specialization is a non-degree program that teaches you to design optical systems. It's taught in English and lasts several weeks. You'll learn to design systems using graphical techniques and industry-standard design tools like OpticStudio by Zemax.

This program covers optical instruments, design techniques, and industry-standard software. You'll learn to analyze and improve system performance using automatic optimization methods. The program includes an applied learning project where you'll design progressively more complicated optical systems, like those found in real-world applications.

After completing this program, you can pursue careers like Optical Engineer, Systems Designer, or Research Scientist. You might work in industries like medical devices, telecommunications, or space exploration, for employers such as Zeiss, Lockheed Martin, or the National Institutes of Health.