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      McMaster University

      Experimentation for Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Pareto Chart, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Performance Tuning, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Case Studies

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      924 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Development of Real-Time Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data, System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Servers

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Generative AI, Communication Systems, Internet Of Things, Software-Defined Networking, Digital Communications, Network Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Distributed Computing, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Health Technology, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Introdução ao Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Internet Of Things, Social Network Analysis, Text Mining, Apache Hadoop, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis Software, Unstructured Data, Analytics, Real Time Data, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Marketing Analytics, Fraud detection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Fundamentals of Fluid Power

      Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Mechanical Engineering, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Matlab, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Experimentation, Advanced Mathematics, Physical Science, Quantitative Research, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Electrical Systems, Physical Science, Mechanics, European History, Ancient History, Scientific Methods, World History, General Science and Research, Experimentation

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Artificial Intelligence Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Interactive Design, Other Programming Languages, Application Development, Program Development, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Software Development, Computer Science

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      Packt

      Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      6G for a Connected Future

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Generative AI, Communication Systems, Network Security, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Zero Trust Network Access, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con Android

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android Studio, Java, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Application Deployment, JSON, Web Services, Mockups, Application Design, Mobile Development Tools, Restful API, Application Development, Software Design Patterns, Cloud Applications, Kotlin, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Instagram

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Experimentation for Improvement: McMaster University
    • Development of Real-Time Systems: EIT Digital
    • 6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar: University of Glasgow
    • Introdução ao Big Data : Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Fundamentals of Fluid Power: University of Minnesota
    • Understanding Modern Physics II: Quantum Mechanics and Atoms: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Tesoros de la Física y sus Descubridores I: Universidad de los Andes
    • Artificial Intelligence Essentials: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game: Coursera Project Network
    • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt

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