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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


Popular Cognitive Science Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Policy, Personal protective equipment, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    UX (User Experience) Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Research, Design Research, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design, User Centered Design, Technical Communication, Wireframing, Storyboarding, Persona Development, Requirements Analysis, Adobe Photoshop

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Display Devices, Semiconductors, Computer Displays, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Materials science, Image Quality, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Physics, Applied Mathematics

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Thermodynamique : fondements

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Thermal Management, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

    Mastering bitumen for better roads and innovative applications

    Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Sustainable Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Oil and Gas, Environment Health And Safety, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Assurance, Transportation Operations, Sustainable Design, Energy and Utilities, Materials science, Construction, Chemical Engineering, Technical Standard, Chemistry, Production Process, Performance Testing, Manufacturing Processes

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    École normale supérieure

    Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Design, Governance, Water Sustainability, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Water Resources, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Interpersonal Communications, Clinical Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development

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    École Polytechnique

    Seismology to Earthquake Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Hazard Analysis, Mechanics, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation, Laboratory Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Explorando la Energía Sustentable

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Development, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • UX (User Experience) Capstone: University of Michigan
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Thermodynamique : fondements: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Mastering bitumen for better roads and innovative applications: École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
  • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
  • Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Sustainability and Innovation: Lund University
  • Introduction to Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • Data Structures and Algorithms (IV): Tsinghua University
  • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera

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