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    Understand computational science for solving complex scientific problems. Learn to use computational tools and simulations in various scientific disciplines.

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    • G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Structural Engineering, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering, Physics, Civil Engineering, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      743 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      The Unix Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix Shell, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Programming Principles, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Cálculo Diferencial e Integral unidos por el Teorema Fundamental del Cálculo

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Graphing, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algebra, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Derivatives

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      719 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Derivatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      441 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      Duke University

      Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Anatomy, Biology, Neurology

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      708 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computational Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Computational Thinking, Deep Learning, Psychology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Design Principles: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Design, Experimentation, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles, Human Centered Design, Web Design and Development, Typography, Design Research, A/B Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The University of Edinburgh

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

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      948 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Motors and Motor Control Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics), Electrical Equipment, Embedded Software, Electronics, Electrical Wiring, Design Specifications, System Requirements, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Components, Technical Standard

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      F

      Fractal Analytics

      Fractal Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, Storyboarding, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      358 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of California San Diego

      Big Data Integration and Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Big Data, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Management, NoSQL, Analytics, Splunk, Database Systems, MongoDB, Pandas (Python Package), SQL, PostgreSQL

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Alberta

      Software Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Visualization, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Software Development, Software Documentation, Service Oriented Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Enterprise Architecture, Maintainability, Application Deployment, Scalability, Databases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      926 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • The Unix Workbench: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cálculo Diferencial e Integral unidos por el Teorema Fundamental del Cálculo: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University
    • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design Principles: an Introduction: University of California San Diego
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh
    • Motors and Motor Control Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fractal Data Science: Fractal Analytics

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