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Science courses can help you learn fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science, as well as applied areas like genetics, chemical reactions, and renewable energy technologies. You can build skills in experimental design, data analysis, and critical thinking, enabling you to interpret scientific findings effectively. Many courses introduce tools such as lab equipment, statistical software, and simulation programs, that support conducting experiments and analyzing results in various scientific fields.

Popular Science Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, OpenAI API, Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Large Language Modeling, Data Processing, Data Management, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.4 (51) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Exception Handling in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Scripting, Python Programming, Software Development

    ★ 4.6 (72) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security

    ★ 4.4 (57) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), GitHub, HTML and CSS, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Copilot, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, JSON, Semantic Web

    ★ 4.1 (41) · 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

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Python Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Financial Data, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Financial Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Seaborn, Data Analysis, Case Studies, Data Wrangling, Data Science, Data Transformation

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Modern Web Development Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, CI/CD, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Deployment, Load Balancing, OAuth, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, API Design, Web Applications, Web Development, .NET Framework, Microservices

    ★ 4.9 (167) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Desarrollo de software Agile

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Software Development Methodologies, Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Software Engineering, Continuous Integration, Acceptance Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD)

    ★ 4.7 (103) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Network Model, Psychology

    ★ 4.4 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Ciência de Dados para Finanças

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, R (Software), Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Data Strategy, FinTech, Data Engineering, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Deep Learning, Statistical Visualization, Machine Learning Methods, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Market, Data Analysis, Digital Transformation

    ★ 4.3 (91) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    The Skin, Bones, and Muscles

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Pathology, Medical Records, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Physiology, Oncology

    ★ 4.8 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Lactation Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Postpartum Care, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Infant Care, Cell Biology, Immunology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Production Process, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control

    ★ 4.8 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG): Duke University
  • Exception Handling in Python: Coursera
  • Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction to Web Development: Microsoft
  • Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Modern Web Development Specialization: EDUCBA
  • Desarrollo de software Agile: University of Minnesota
  • Computational Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ciência de Dados para Finanças: Fundação Instituto de Administração

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