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Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems and Society
by Jacopo Buongiorno , Anne White , Michael Short , John Parsons- 0.0
11 Weeks
Learn how a nuclear reactor works, what the future of nuclear fusion looks like, and the numerous useful applications of nuclear radiation in four easy-to-follow modules, complemented with a chance to explore background radiation in your backyard. In addition, the course also includes an optional hands-on section using guided exercises available on-line....
$75
Drones and Autonomous Systems I: Fundamentals
by Irmak Renda-Tanali, D.Sc. , Brian Powers, M.A. , Barry Douglass, Ph.D.- 0.0
6 Weeks
Learn the essentials you need in order to use cutting edge drone technology. Are you interested in learning about drones, be it casual or in-depth? You can use this course to gain insight into the basic elements of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) drone systems used in civilian missions and into Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations....
$149
Drones and Autonomous Systems 2: Applications in Emergency Management
by Brian Powers, M.A.- 0.0
6 Weeks
Learn the latest applications of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in emergency management, public safety, and industry, as well as the potential risks UAS pose to safety and privacy. It is designed for recreational hobbyists, certified remote pilots, commercial operators, and public safety and government users. No previous knowledge of drones or flight experience is required....
$149
Introduction to Urban Geo-Informatics
by Man-Sing Charles WONG , Wenzhong SHI , Shuk-Ching Lilian PUN-CHENG , Wallace W.L. LAI- 0.0
6 Weeks
Learning about geospatial technologies, such as GIS, Remote Sensing, GNSS and Underground Mapping, to solve urban environmental issues. “Where does geographical data come from? ”“How do we monitor our environment? ”“How do we navigate with our phones? ”“What is happening beneath our feet? This data and the interpretation of the data is known as “Geo-Informatics”....
$50
Our Place in the Universe
by Sun Kwok- 0.0
4 Weeks
Learn how human understanding of the universe has changed over time. Mankind has always been driven to learn and discoverhow the Universe works. Thispursuit is made possible by our inquisitive minds and our ability to think rationally. Starting about 5000 years ago, our ancestors tracked patterns and movement of celestial objects,making religious, philosophical, and scientific interpretations of what they saw....
$50
Scientific Methods and Research
by Ivan Zamoshchanskii , Kalganova Tatiana- 0.0
5 Weeks
Learn how to conduct research based on scientific methodology and analyze scientific articles and conduct experiments. What does it mean to conduct research? What are the distinct stages of the research process? What are the requirements of modern scientific research? How do you analyze a scientific article? This course will teach you to conduct research in accordance with scientific methodology....
$49
Backyard Meteorology: The Science of Weather
by John Huth- 0.0
6 Weeks
Learn to forecast the weather just by looking out your window. The weather forecasts we see every day are based on an army of meteorological sensing networks and intensive computer modeling. Before the rise of these technologies, predictions were made by methods like discerning cloud formations and wind directions. Take this course to find out!...
$149
The Quantum Internet and Quantum Computers: How Will They Change the World?
by Stephanie Wehner , Lieven Vandersypen , Menno Veldhorst- 0.0
6 Weeks
Discover quantum computers and the quantum internet. Learn the principles and promises behind these developments and how they will impact our future. There is no doubt that quantum computers and the quantum internet will have a great impact on our world. But we don’t yet know quite how. We’ll envision the potential impact of quantum computing and the quantum internet....
$50
Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria
by Alberto Salleo- 0.0
16 Weeks
This course, based on MATSCI 204 Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria , introduces learners to thermodynamics and and how it governs phase equilibria. It is intended for a general audience, and is especially useful as a preparatory course for undergarduate and graduate students who are about to take their first class in thermodynamics....
$150
Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers 2
by David Miller- 0.0
9 Weeks
This course covers key topics in the use of quantum mechanics in many modern applications in science and technology, introduces core advanced concepts such as spin, identical particles, the quantum mechanics of light, the basics of quantum information, and the interpretation of quantum mechanics, and covers the major ways in which quantum mechanics is written and used in modern practice....
$50