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College Algebra Courses

College Algebra courses can help you learn functions, equations, inequalities, and polynomial expressions. You can build skills in graphing, solving systems of equations, and working with exponential and logarithmic functions. Many courses introduce tools like graphing calculators and software for visualizing data, which enhance your understanding of algebraic concepts and their applications in real-world situations.


Popular College Algebra Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus: Periodic Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

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    108 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Adaptability

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    196 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Debugging, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Video Game Development, Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Data Storage, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Game Design, Software Documentation, Program Development, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI)

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    211 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Reasoning Across the Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Social Sciences, Legal Research, Case Law, World History, Liberal Arts, Psychology, Case Studies, Research

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique de Newton

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Geometry, Vibrations, Derivatives

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microbiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Environment Health And Safety, Health Education, Epidemiology, Emergency Response, Healthcare Ethics, Community Health, Radiation Protection, Immunology

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Brute-force attacks, Data Integrity

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    425 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    COBOL Programming with VSCode

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Business Logic, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming, File I/O, Data Management, Maintainability, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Economics, Business Economics, Game Theory, Market Analysis, Resource Allocation, Environmental Policy, Public Policies, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Crisis Management, Information Assurance

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    264 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edge Impulse

    Computer Vision with Embedded Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Model Evaluation, Python Programming

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular college algebra courses

  • Precalculus: Periodic Functions: Johns Hopkins University
  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • C++ Programming for Unreal Game Development: University of Colorado System
  • Reasoning Across the Disciplines: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Mécanique de Newton: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Health Protection: Imperial College London
  • Classical Cryptosystems and Core Concepts: University of Colorado System
  • COBOL Programming with VSCode: IBM
  • Firm Level Economics: Markets and Allocations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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