Lab courses can help you learn experimental design, data collection techniques, statistical analysis, and safety protocols. You can build skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and precise documentation practices. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory software, data analysis programs, and equipment for conducting experiments, that support analyzing results and drawing conclusions.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Git (Version Control System), Shell Script, Linux, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, Data Manipulation, MySQL, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, SQL, JSON, Cloud Engineering, Python Programming, Big Data, Data Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Ethics, Emergency Response, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Mitigation, Responsible AI, Text Mining, Environmental Monitoring, Climate Change Mitigation, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

EDHEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Estimation, Statistical Methods, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Three-Phase, Electronics, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Experience, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Electrical Wiring, Design Specifications, Torque (Physics)
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universiteit Leiden
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Medical Imaging, Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Radiology, General Surgery, Physiology, Clinical Assessment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Terminology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Hardware Design, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Electronic Hardware, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Laboratory Experience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Predictive Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Basic Electrical Systems, Analytical Testing, Scripting, Numerical Analysis, Scripting Languages, Laboratory Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Jupyter, Python Programming, Matplotlib, NumPy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Commercialization, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacology, Sales Management, Intellectual Property, Clinical Trials, Business Modeling, Portfolio Management, Strategic Partnership, Promotional Strategies, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months