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      University of Alberta

      Client Needs and Software Requirements

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Product Requirements, Backlogs, User Requirements Documents, Scope Management, Change Control, User Story, System Requirements, Client Services, Acceptance Testing, Prioritization

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tsinghua University

      Learn English

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Culture, Stress Management, Liberal Arts, English Language, Social Sciences, Literacy, Language Learning, Economics, Interpersonal Communications, Psychology, Writing, Research, Business Management, Grammar, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension

      4.3
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Predictive Models for Toxic Chemical Releases

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Process Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Risk Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Princeton University

      Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design

      Skills you'll gain: System Design and Implementation, Verification And Validation, Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Simulations, Hardware Architecture, Functional Testing, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      599 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, Kubernetes, Containerization, OpenShift, Cloud-Native Computing, Docker (Software), DevOps, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Microservices, Scalability, Virtualization, YAML, Command-Line Interface

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      965 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Random Forest Algorithm, Algorithms, Performance Metric

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      552 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Python Classes and Inheritance

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Object Oriented Design, Unit Testing, Python Programming, Maintainability, Debugging, Software Testing, Data Structures

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Your Associate Cloud Engineer Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Engineering, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Network Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Equivalent Circuit Cell Model Simulation

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Matlab, Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Laboratory Testing, Computational Logic, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      547 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Business

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Planning, Financial Statements, Keyword Research, Business Strategy, Digital Marketing, People Development, Strategic Leadership, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Leadership and Management, Content Marketing, Leadership Development, Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Forecasting, Income Statement, Organizational Strategy, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Social Media Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Data Quality, Statistical Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Analysis

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chemical engineering courses

    • Client Needs and Software Requirements : University of Alberta
    • Learn English: Tsinghua University
    • Predictive Models for Toxic Chemical Releases: University of California, Davis
    • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University
    • Hardware Description Languages for FPGA Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift: IBM
    • Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers: Duke University
    • Python Classes and Inheritance: University of Michigan
    • Preparing for Your Associate Cloud Engineer Journey: Google Cloud
    • Equivalent Circuit Cell Model Simulation: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Chemical Engineering?

    Chemical engineering applies principles of chemistry, physics, and math to design processes that transform raw materials into useful products—from clean energy to pharmaceuticals. It plays a critical role in solving real-world challenges in sustainability, manufacturing, and healthcare. Learning chemical engineering can help you build a foundation for innovation in science-driven industries.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Chemical Engineering

    Top courses include Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1 from KAIST and Chemicals Hazards and Process Safety from University of California, Davis. While Coursera doesn't offer a full chemical engineering degree, several courses explore relevant topics like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and process design.‎

    Yes. Many courses related to chemical engineering offer a free audit option. This allows you to access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    When you have a thorough knowledge of chemical engineering, you can find work in a number of engineering and scientific fields. You'll find chemical engineering jobs in laboratories or in factories, as well as in multiple industries. Chemical engineers put their skills to work in the petroleum industry, the mining sector, and the pharmaceutical field. Municipal departments like waste management and water and sewer agencies also need chemical engineers. You can also help develop new products and materials if you have a background in chemical engineering.‎

    Some courses are beginner-friendly and introduce the basics of engineering and chemistry, while others are more technical and designed for learners with a background in math, physics, or chemical sciences. Review the course descriptions to find the right fit for your level.‎

    Yes. While these courses aren’t a substitute for a full engineering degree, they can help you build foundational knowledge, support continuing education, or prepare for graduate studies. They’re also useful for professionals working in related industries like energy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental technology.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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