Microcontroller courses can help you learn programming basics, circuit design, and interfacing techniques. You can build skills in sensor integration, data acquisition, and real-time system management. Many courses introduce tools like Arduino and Raspberry Pi, that support hands-on projects and prototyping, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical ways.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Bioinformatics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Biotechnology, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Differential Equations, Computer-Aided Design, Algorithms, Chemistry
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Debugging, Application Security, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Control Systems, Interactive Design, Software Installation, Electronics, Display Devices, Embedded Systems, Electronic Components, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Electrical Wiring, Programming Principles, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Systems Analysis, Simulations, Systems Design, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Materials science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics)
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Display Devices, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Android (Operating System), Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Development Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Web Servers, Web Applications, USB, Ubuntu, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Systems Design, Software Design, Computational Logic, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Hardware Architecture, Simulations, Test Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

MathWorks
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis, Test Case, Systems Design, Performance Tuning, Automation Engineering, Matlab
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Wireless Networks
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks