Chemical engineering courses can help you learn process design, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and reaction engineering. You can build skills in optimizing production processes, conducting safety analyses, and managing chemical processes efficiently. Many courses introduce tools like Aspen Plus for process simulation, MATLAB for data analysis, and various laboratory techniques for experimentation, showing how these skills are applied in practical work to improve efficiency and sustainability in chemical production.

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Process Control, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Incident Management, Safety Standards, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Personal protective equipment, Risk Management Framework, Control Systems, Engineering Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Safety Assurance, Safety Training, Risk Management, Process Control, Failure Analysis, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Laboratory Research, Systems Of Measurement, Physics, Materials science, Analytical Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Drawings, Construction Engineering, Hydraulics, Mechanical Design, Blueprint Reading, Petroleum Industry, Building Codes, Process Flow Diagrams, Civil Engineering, Oil and Gas, Construction Inspection, Failure Analysis, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Energy and Utilities, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Market Dynamics, Energy and Utilities, Transportation Operations, Operations, Production Process, Market Trend, Cost Estimation, Market Analysis, Natural Resource Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Manchester
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Hazard Analysis, Safety Standards, Environmental Resource Management, Energy and Utilities, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Regulations, Big Data, Plant Operations and Management, Waste Minimization, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Risk Analysis, Environmental Engineering, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Transportation Operations, Pump Stations, Data Management, Data Processing
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Design Process, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Hydraulics, Cloud-Based Integration, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Khalifa University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Accident Reporting, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fire And Life Safety, Accident Prevention, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Laws, Environmental Resource Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Risk Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Engineering Management, Engineering
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Top courses include Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1 from KAIST and Chemicals Hazards and Process Safety from University of California, Davis. While Coursera doesn't offer a full chemical engineering degree, several courses explore relevant topics like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, materials science, and process design.‎
Yes. Many courses related to chemical engineering offer a free audit option. This allows you to access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎
When you have a thorough knowledge of chemical engineering, you can find work in a number of engineering and scientific fields. You'll find chemical engineering jobs in laboratories or in factories, as well as in multiple industries. Chemical engineers put their skills to work in the petroleum industry, the mining sector, and the pharmaceutical field. Municipal departments like waste management and water and sewer agencies also need chemical engineers. You can also help develop new products and materials if you have a background in chemical engineering.‎
Some courses are beginner-friendly and introduce the basics of engineering and chemistry, while others are more technical and designed for learners with a background in math, physics, or chemical sciences. Review the course descriptions to find the right fit for your level.‎
Yes. While these courses aren’t a substitute for a full engineering degree, they can help you build foundational knowledge, support continuing education, or prepare for graduate studies. They’re also useful for professionals working in related industries like energy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental technology.‎