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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Cognitive Science Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Java Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Data Persistence, Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Maintainability, Software Design, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Number Theory and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Logistic Regression, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Physics, Research Methodologies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Qualcomm Academy

    5G for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Technology Strategies, Network Infrastructure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Building Database Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Secure Coding, Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Server Side, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Correlation Analysis, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Integration, Statistics, Python Programming

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    Columbia University

    First Principles of Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Storage, Pseudocode, Computer Architecture, Web Analytics and SEO, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, Database Systems

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Design, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Analysis, Distributed Computing, Digital Assets, Data Integrity, Financial Services, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Production Machine Learning Systems

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Systems Design, Tensorflow, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Systems Architecture, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Distributed Computing, Scalability

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

  • Java Programming Fundamentals: IBM
  • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
  • Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python: University of Michigan
  • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
  • 5G for Everyone: Qualcomm Academy
  • Building Database Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python: Coursera
  • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University

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