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      Lund University

      The Juliet Language for Motion Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Programming Principles, Control Systems, Automation, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Process Automation, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      AI Foundations for Business Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Compliance Management, AI Product Strategy, Data Governance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Large Language Modeling, Business Ethics, Risk Management, Machine Learning, Project Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Electronic Components, Chemistry, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, ISO 13485 Standard, Materials science, Electronic Systems, Internet Of Things, Analytical Chemistry

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Octave for Machine Learning: Analyze & Visualize

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Structures, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Software Installation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Cultural Agility for Teamwork

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Teamwork, Personal Development, Workplace inclusivity, Adaptability, Cultural Diversity, Collaboration, Empathy, Professional Development, Cognitive flexibility, Relationship Management, Resilience, Dealing With Ambiguity, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Curiosity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Need for Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, Systems Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, Engineering Management, Risk Management Framework, Engineering Design Process, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Requirements Analysis

      Build toward a degree

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Development for Technical Managers

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Strategy, Product Design, Design Thinking, Product Planning, Innovation, Persona Development, Product Management, Team Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Prototyping, Market Research, Sustainable Business, Project Portfolio Management, Agile Product Development, Marketing, Product Roadmaps, Sustainable Design, Ideation

      Build toward a degree

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Conceptual Design, Virtual Environment, Human Centered Design, User Research, Wireframing, Data Ethics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Generative AI for leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Risk Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Python Programming for Quantum Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment, Jupyter, Integrated Development Environments

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, School Psychology, Childhood Education and Development, Higher Education, Child Development, Goal Setting, Curriculum Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Research

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chinese for beginners courses

    • The Juliet Language for Motion Programming: Lund University
    • AI Foundations for Business Professionals: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
    • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
    • Octave for Machine Learning: Analyze & Visualize: EDUCBA
    • Cultural Agility for Teamwork: University of Colorado System
    • The Need for Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Product Development for Technical Managers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR: University of Michigan
    • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Generative AI for leaders: Packt

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