Urban design courses can help you learn site analysis, spatial planning, community engagement, and sustainable development practices. You can build skills in creating inclusive public spaces, integrating green infrastructure, and understanding zoning regulations. Many courses introduce tools like GIS software for mapping and visualization, as well as design software for drafting urban layouts, that support translating concepts into actionable plans.
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, USB, Semiconductors, Simulations, Engineering Documentation, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, electromagnetics, Design Specifications, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Functional Testing, Root Cause Analysis, UI/UX Research, Experience Design, User Experience, Problem Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Integration Testing, Application Development, Network Troubleshooting, Investigation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Figma (Design Software), AI Workflows, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Generative AI Agents, Visual Design, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Design, Design Thinking, Process Design, Collaborative Software, Human Centered Design, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Interactive Design, Marketing Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development, Scripting, Virtual Machines, Scripting Languages
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Mobile Development, Usability, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Adobe Acrobat, Web Design, Diversity and Inclusion, Document Management, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design and Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Microsoft Office, Android (Operating System), Technology Solutions, Android Development, iOS Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Software Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Web Design, UI Components, Web Analytics and SEO
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Database Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Context Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Conflict Management, Team Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Team Building, Intercultural Competence, Team Performance Management, Adaptability, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Team Motivation, Workplace inclusivity, Presentations, Cognitive flexibility, Culture, Case Studies, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Design Thinking, Accounting, Annual Reports, Innovation, Process Design, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Courage, Leadership Development, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Finance, HR Tech
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months