Asia in the Modern World: Images & Representations

This course explores the intricacies of poker theory and the application of poker analytics in investment management and trading. Learners will delve into decision-making frameworks and strategies that can enhance their understanding of both poker and financial environments.

This course presents an innovative approach to teaching linear algebra, focusing on key concepts and their interconnections. Learners will explore foundational topics and gain insights into the structure and applications of linear algebra through engaging video content.

This course focuses on the design and implementation of secure computer systems, exploring various threat models and security techniques. Learners will engage with topics such as operating system security, network protocols, and hardware security, drawing insights from recent research papers.

This course focuses on learning several rules to improve speaking skills in important situations. Learners can master effective presentation methods for various contexts, such as interviews, thesis defenses, and oral exams.

This course explores the fundamental role of data structures in computer science, emphasizing their importance in developing efficient algorithms. Learners will study advanced topics, including dynamic graphs, memory hierarchy, and hashing, while engaging with current research directions in the field.

This course is an intensive introduction to Old English (Anglo-Saxon), focusing on its grammar and literature, particularly the epic *Beowulf*. Learners will engage with prose texts, poems, and the foundational elements of this ancient language.

This course provides a fast-paced introduction to deep learning, focusing on practical model-building for complex problems involving unstructured data. Learners will explore deep neural networks, convolutional networks, transformers, and generative models like ChatGPT and Midjourney.

This course is an introductory exploration of documentary film theory and production, focusing on documentaries about science, engineering, and related fields. Students engage in digital video production as well as social and media analysis of science documentaries.

This course covers the essential techniques for modeling and solving differential equations, which are fundamental in expressing the laws of nature. Learners will explore both the theoretical and practical aspects of differential equations, focusing on their applications in science and engineering.

This course delves into the intricacies of high-level programming language implementation, focusing on compiler design and optimization techniques. Learners will engage in a hands-on project that involves building a compiler in Java® that generates MIPS executable machine code.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and cell biology, with a specific focus on their applications in understanding human biology. Students will explore topics such as disease, developmental biology, neurobiology, and evolution, emphasizing biological functions at the molecular level.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to systems engineering, focusing on both classical and modern approaches. Learners will explore key concepts such as stakeholder analysis, requirements definition, system architecture, and design optimization, applying these principles to real-world projects.

This course introduces the dynamics and vibrations of lumped-parameter models in mechanical systems, focusing on kinematics, force-momentum formulations, and Lagrange's equations. Learners will also explore numerical methods and MATLAB® applications to solve dynamics and vibrations problems.

This capstone course focuses on integrating various disciplines of nuclear physics and engineering to tackle real-world design challenges in nuclear applications. Learners will engage in a group project to design a power plant that emphasizes emission-free electricity generation, carbon sequestration, and fossil fuel displacement.

This course introduces modeling and simulation techniques, focusing on continuum methods, atomistic and molecular simulation, and quantum mechanics. Learners will engage in hands-on training to apply these methods to significant engineering challenges.

This course delves into the critical issues of bias and fairness in machine learning, focusing on their implications for international development. Learners will explore strategies for the appropriate use of ML to promote equity and social justice.

This course introduces principles and technologies for converting heat into electricity via solid-state devices. Learners will explore thermoelectric energy conversion, thermionic energy conversion, photovoltaics, and solar thermal technologies, gaining insights into various solar heat collection systems and spectral control techniques.

This course examines the history of MIT through the lens of the broader history of science and technology, exploring its founding in 1861 and its evolution to the present day. Topics include educational philosophy, influential figures, and MIT's relationships with Boston, the federal government, and industry.

This course explores the intersection of art and social responsibility, focusing on how intentional disruptions can challenge systems of oppression. Learners will engage with critical issues such as access to resources and the global water crisis through creative practices and pedagogical strategies.

This course examines the impact of new digital technologies on learning across various age groups and contexts. Students will explore educational technology through multiple lenses, enhancing their understanding of its opportunities, limitations, and implications for the future of education.

This course connects algorithmic puzzles with computer programming, teaching students to code while solving engaging challenges. Learners will explore Python syntax and semantics as they tackle various puzzles, enhancing their programming skills in a fun and practical way.

This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the experiences of people of African descent, exploring their social, political, and cultural histories through various academic lenses. Learners will engage with literature, philosophy, and media studies to understand the complexities of identity and power dynamics in the United States and beyond.

This course focuses on the close analysis and criticism of a wide range of films, from early silent cinema to classic Hollywood genres and European and Japanese art cinema. Students will compare films from different eras and countries to interpret in-depth analyses and explore theoretical issues related to audiences.

This course explores the innovative field of computational cameras, focusing on how they capture visual information through advanced optics, sensors, and processing techniques. Learners will engage with various camera technologies and their applications in diverse fields such as art, science, and social media.

In this course, you will learn the basics of photography and gain an exciting new perspective on the visual world. While the focus is on science and engineering photography, most of the content can be easily applied to other types of macro photography.

This course focuses on algorithms for analyzing and designing geometric folds. Students will learn about the reconfiguration of foldable structures, linkages and origami, and the unfolding and folding of 3D polyhedra.

This course covers the fundamental principles of finite element analysis for solving complex static and dynamic problems. Learners will learn how to implement finite element procedures for linear and nonlinear analysis.