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Hardware Courses

Hardware courses can help you learn circuit design, microcontroller programming, computer architecture, and embedded systems. You can build skills in troubleshooting hardware issues, optimizing performance, and integrating various components. Many courses introduce tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and CAD software, that support creating prototypes and testing designs.

Popular Hardware Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Linux on LinuxONE

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux, Performance Tuning, Linux Servers, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Applications, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Mainframe Computing, Security Controls, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Virtual Networking, AI Integrations, Networking Hardware, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Agile Software Development, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, System Programming, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Application Deployment, Operating Systems, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Build Tools

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Hardware Design, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Computer Hardware, Thermal Management, Engineering, Technical Design, Mechanical Design, Systems Integration, Mechanical Engineering, Technology Roadmaps, Electrical Systems, Manufacturing Processes

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    155 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Configuration Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Hardware Design, Semiconductors, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Schematic Diagrams, Performance Testing, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    146 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Epic Games

    Unreal Engine Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Software Configuration Management, Game Design, Configuration Management, Content Management, Computer Graphic Techniques, Software Versioning, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Data Import/Export, Software Installation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Rapid Prototyping Using 3D Printing

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Prototyping, Engineering Drawings, Assembly Drawing, Product Design, Product Testing, Hardware Design, Mockups, Product Development, Usability Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Conceptual Design, Cost Estimation, Design Strategies, Research and Design, Materials science, Electronics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    125 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardware Architecture, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Threat Detection, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operating Systems, VPN Clients, Systems Architecture, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Programming Principles, Automation, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    114 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Network Function Virtualization

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Network Performance Management, Linux, Network Security, Firewall, Performance Tuning, Network Routing, Scalability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    35 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Image Analysis, Telecommunications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Infrastruktur AI: GPU Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware Architecture, Model Optimization, Performance Tuning, Model Training, Cloud Platforms, Computing Platforms, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular hardware courses

  • Linux on LinuxONE: IBM
  • Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging: Arizona State University
  • CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials: Packt
  • Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Unreal Engine Fundamentals : Epic Games
  • Rapid Prototyping Using 3D Printing: Arizona State University
  • Introduction to Computer Security: University of London
  • Foundations of Computer Science: LearnQuest
  • Network Function Virtualization: Georgia Institute of Technology

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