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      University of California San Diego

      Graph Analytics for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Database Design, Big Data, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Management, Data Structures, Query Languages, Scalability, Unsupervised Learning, Distributed Computing, Algorithms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Combinatorics and Probability

      Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Statistics, Game Theory, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      865 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Marketing Design, Brainstorming, Data Sharing, Presentations, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      429 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Efficiency and Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Differential Equations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Image Processing for Engineering and Science

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Spatial Data Analysis, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Quantitative Research, Graphical Tools, Data Access, Data Import/Export, Data Store

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Software

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Technical Design, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Technical Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      546 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      FPGA computing systems: Background knowledge and introductory materials

      Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Computer Hardware, Embedded Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      247 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Control Systems, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Telecommunications, Production Process, Automation, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Leadership, Big Data, Human Machine Interfaces, Cybersecurity, Robotic Process Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering Design Process

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      474 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Desenvolvimento Ágil com Padrões de Projeto

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Java, Software Design, Dependency Analysis, Test Driven Development (TDD)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces, Psychology, Computer Science, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      145 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      McMaster University

      Finance for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Finance, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Capital Markets, Investments, Derivatives, Business Valuation, Financial Policy, Equities, International Finance, Loans, Project Design, Market Dynamics, Risk Management, Business Mathematics, Market Trend, Project Documentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Creating Business Value with Data and Looker

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Sharing, Performance Tuning, Data Integration, Ad Hoc Analysis, Query Languages, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Database Design, Data Analysis Software, Data Transformation, Data Warehousing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      424 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular machine design courses

    • Graph Analytics for Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • Combinatorics and Probability: University of California San Diego
    • Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map: Coursera Project Network
    • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Image Processing for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
    • 3D Printing Software: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • FPGA computing systems: Background knowledge and introductory materials: Politecnico di Milano
    • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Desenvolvimento Ágil com Padrões de Projeto: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
    • What is “the mind” and what is artificial intelligence?: University of Colorado Boulder

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