Advanced Timber Plate Structural DesignThe proposed MOOC intends to foster trans-disciplinary design approach in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) for timber structures. It outlines an innovative and sustainable methodology with examples from recent construction projects.
The primary development goal for this MOOC is to spread the innovative design approach in AEC we developed at EPFL. Therefore, the MOOC results from the compilation of five doctoral theses, research-industry technology transfer with our industry partner, and a
Trigonometric, Logarithmic and Exponential FunctionsThis course provides the fundamental knowledge related to these functions. It is structured around 9 chapters spread over 12 weeks:
The angle and its measurement
Trigonometric functions sine and cosine and their inverses
Trigonometric functions tangent and cotangent and their inverses
Trigonometric formulas (addition, bisection, etc.)
Harmonic oscillations
Trigonometric equations
Triangle relations (sine and cosine theorems)
Continuity and derivability of trigonometric functions
Logarithmic and exponential
Plasma Physics: IntroductionPlasma, the fourth state of matter, is by far the most abundant form of known matter in the universe. Its behavior is very different from the other states of matter we are usually familiar with. To understand it, a rigorous formalism is required. This is essential not only to explain important astrophysical phenomena, but also to optimize many industrial and medical applications and for achieving fusion energy on Earth.
This physics course, taught by world-renowned experts of the field, gives you the oppor
The Thymio robot as a tool for discovering digital scienceThis course is intended for anyone who wants to master the Thymio educational robot, but it is especially designed for primary and secondary school teachers who want to learn about this tool and use it in the classroom. It allows teachers to acquire the basics of computer science and robotics, by proposing adapted problem situations, and by providing pedagogical tracks for the animation in class. It responds to the new programs for the introduction of digital sciences in schools in France and Switzerland an
Information, Computation, Communication: Introduction to computational thinkingIn the first part of the course, we'll look at how algorithms can be used to solve a problem in a very concrete way, leading us on to one of the great questions of modern theoretical computer science.
The second part of the course will be devoted to information and communication: we'll be looking at a number of topics, including information representation, signal processing, data compression, communication and cryptography.
A Resilient Future: Science and Technology for Disaster Risk ReductionThis course aims to introduce participants to existing and emerging technologies suitable for disaster risk reduction while promoting the overall aim of sustainable development. The course focuses on three main natural hazards- floods, landslides and earthquakes. It also discusses the challenges and limits of adapting and adopting technologies depending on context (Global North and Global South) with examples from Switzerland, Nepal, Colombia, Philippines and other countries.
Introduction to optimization on smooth manifolds: first order methodsOptimization on manifolds is the result of smooth geometry and optimization merging into one elegant modern framework.
We start the course at "What is a manifold?", and give the students a firm understanding of submanifolds embedded in real space. This covers numerous applications in engineering and the sciences.
All definitions and theorems are motivated to build time-tested optimization algorithms. The math is precise, to promote understanding and enable computation.
We build our way up to Riemannian g
Launching New VenturesSharpen your “entrepreneurial mindset”.
Launching New Ventures, a course about Entrepreneurship & Strategy for Technology-Driven Startups, is designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and students who want to learn about how to successfully launch a new business. Through short, animated lectures, inspiring interviews with successful entrepreneurs from around the world, quizzes and suggested readings, students will gain a broad overview of entrepreneurship strategy with insights they can apply to their ven
SES Swiss-EnergyscopeSwitzerland, like many other countries, is revising its energy strategy with a view to a transition towards a more rational use of energy, a more dynamic development of renewable energies and a progressive exit from nuclear energy. In a participatory democracy, such a process can only be based on a good understanding of the basic concepts and the issues related to technological and political choices. This course, which is open to everyone, is aimed at all citizens who wish to gain a better understanding in
Intro to Traffic Flow Modeling and Intelligent Transport SystemsTravelers in large cities experience significant congestion during their everyday trips. Expanding roads and infrastructure is not a long-lasting remedy to urban congestion. This course will focus on understanding traffic congestion and will explore ways to improve mobility through advanced traffic management schemes. As we all experience, congestion is a highly complex process without a single explanation. An interesting question is: “Can we describe these complex interactions with simple and elegant ways?
New Space EconomyThe New Space sector is a fast-growing market, boosting the historical institutional space exploration economy. The roughly 366 billion USD global space industry in 2019 is estimated to surge to over $1 trillion by 2040. The current growth in the development of space infrastructures and production of data from space is opening a full range of new applications for new customers. New business models for space encompass launchers, satellite manufacturers, in-orbit servicing, telecommunication, cybersecurity, e
