Geometric Optics Courses and Certifications

Centre de recherches mathématiques - CRM

Billiards in Conics Revisited - Optical Properties and Geometric Consequences

Explore optical properties of conics, billiard reflections, and geometric consequences. Delve into classic results, Ivory's lemma, Poncelet Porism, and related theorems in projective geometry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Optical Engineering

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This course in optical engineering covers topics such as geometric optics, refraction, image formation, aberrations, Gaussian beams, and interferometry.

• YouTube
• 1 day 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IIT Madras;  NPTEL

Optical Engineering

Comprehensive exploration of optical engineering principles, from geometric and Gaussian optics to wave optics, with practical applications and hands-on software exercises using OSLO and Matlab/Python.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Sun Yat-sen University

Optics

Master fundamental and advanced optical concepts, from geometric optics to quantum physics, covering interference, diffraction, polarization, lasers, and modern applications in a comprehensive physics exploration.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Two Minute Papers

Path Tracing and Next Event Estimation - TU Wien Rendering Lecture 25

Explore path tracing and next event estimation techniques for solving the rendering equation, enhancing light source handling in computer graphics and 3D visualization.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Space Partitioning in Rendering - Lecture 20

Explore advanced space partitioning techniques in ray tracing to efficiently reduce object intersection tests, enhancing rendering performance in computer graphics.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Rendering Equation Properties - TU Wien Rendering Lecture 15

Exploring the Holy Rendering Equation's properties, including its infinite dimensions and singularities, and discussing approaches to solve this complex problem in computer graphics.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

TU Wien Rendering - BRDF Models and Depth of Field - Lecture 13

Explore depth of field effects in rendering, f-stop mechanics, and advanced BRDF models for global illumination. Learn key techniques to enhance realism in computer graphics.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Hard and Soft Shadows in Rendering - TU Wien Lecture 9

Explore the physics behind hard and soft shadows through shadow ray computation and Monte Carlo integration, enhancing your understanding of advanced rendering techniques.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

BRDF Models and The Rendering Equation - Lecture 3

Explore BRDF models and the rendering equation, fundamental concepts in computer graphics for characterizing material properties and simulating light transport in virtual environments.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

Unbiased and Consistent Algorithm Classes in Photorealistic Rendering - Lecture 31

Explore photorealistic rendering algorithms, their classifications, and expected behaviors. Learn about biased/unbiased and consistent/inconsistent methods in global illumination.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Two Minute Papers

TU Wien Rendering - Metropolis Light Transport

Explore Metropolis Light Transport, an advanced rendering technique that outperforms Bidirectional Path Tracing in difficult scenes, offering optimal importance sampling and improved convergence for caustics.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dot Physics

Physics Summary Chapter 25: Geometric Optics

Explore fundamental principles of geometric optics, including reflection, refraction, lenses, and mirrors. Learn how light behaves and forms images in various optical systems.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dot Physics

What Shape Image Do You Get with a Circular Light Source and a Triangular Hole?

Explore the fascinating interplay between light source shape and pinhole geometry in image projection.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CoA Physics

Physics 4C - Lenses and Mirrors Sign Conventions

Explore sign conventions for lenses and mirrors in this concise physics lecture, enhancing your understanding of optical systems and image formation.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video