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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 California San Diego

    Applied Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Diagnostic Tests, Model Evaluation, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Informatics, Network Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Computational Thinking, Biochemistry, Data Mining, Scientific Visualization, Life Sciences, Tree Maps, Microbiology, Biology, Data Analysis Software, Pharmacology, Science and Research

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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Scientific Visualization, Safety Assurance, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Full-Stack Java Dev with Spring & Spring Boot

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Jenkins, Docker (Software), Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Configuration Management, Containerization, Scalability, Software Documentation, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Java, Spring Framework, API Gateway, Back-End Web Development, JUnit, Application Programming Interface (API), Secure Coding, Java Programming, React.js

    3.8
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Use AI Builder and Power Apps to Process Invoice Data

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Microsoft 365, Invoicing, No-Code Development, Application Design, Document Management, Data Integration

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Pandas (Python Package), Drug Development, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Molecular Biology, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Agile Product Development, Product Management, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Product Lifecycle Management, Ideation, Data Ethics, Product Automation, Market Analysis, Prototyping, Market Research

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Brainstorming, Open Mindset, Planning, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Dealing With Ambiguity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Tableau Public for Beginners: Data Visualization Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Software, Digital Publishing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Import/Export

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    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Software Configuration Management, Software Documentation, AI Enablement, Program Development, Development Environment, Technical Documentation, Project Planning, Project Management, Debugging

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, General Networking, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Beauty, Form & Function: An Exploration of Symmetry

    Skills you'll gain: Geometry, Design Elements And Principles, Materials science, Chemistry, Art History, Architectural Design, Chemical Engineering, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Biology

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Applied Bioinformatics: University of California San Diego
  • The Sun and the Total Eclipse of August 2017: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Full-Stack Java Dev with Spring & Spring Boot: Board Infinity
  • Use AI Builder and Power Apps to Process Invoice Data: Coursera
  • Capstone Project: Advanced AI for Drug Discovery: LearnQuest
  • GenAI for Product Managers: Coursera
  • Futures Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Tableau Public for Beginners: Data Visualization Basics: Coursera
  • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
  • Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3: DeepLearning.AI

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