Free Online Aperture Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Colorado Boulder

Optical Efficiency and Resolution (Coursera)

Engineering

Discover how to design effective optical systems with Optical Efficiency and Resolution, an in-depth online course offered by CU Boulder's Electrical Engineering department. This course will equip you with the fundamental mathematical and graphical techniques needed to create high-performance optical instruments, including eyeglasses, medical endoscopes, smartphone cameras, and telescopes.

Jul 27th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Maxwell Equations Maxwell Optics

Udemy

Instructor Made Course

Photography Fundamentals for Beginners (Udemy)

Art and Culture

Embark on a journey to become a confident photographer with our comprehensive Photography Fundamentals for Beginners course. Whether you're using a DSLR, mirrorless camera, bridge camera, point-and-shoot, or even just your smartphone, this course will teach you the essential skills needed to capture stunning images. Master the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), understand basic composition rules, and elevate your photography game.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Photography Exposure Photography Techniques

Skillshare

Basics of Photography - Exposure Triangle (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the secrets behind stunning photographs with our 'Basics of Photography - Exposure Triangle' course. Dive into understanding the core elements that control light exposure: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO. Perfect for beginners looking to build a strong foundation in photography.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Photography Exposure Photography Techniques