Microprocessor courses can help you learn digital logic design, assembly language programming, system architecture, and interfacing techniques. You can build skills in troubleshooting hardware issues, optimizing performance, and developing embedded systems. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software, development boards, and programming environments that facilitate hands-on projects and practical applications.

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Computer Architecture, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Components, Micrometer, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Model Deployment, Large Language Modeling, Transfer Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Cloud Deployment, Performance Tuning, Hardware Architecture, Deep Learning, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Simulation and Simulation Software, Industrial Engineering, Control Systems, Electronic Hardware, Data Structures, Microsoft Azure, Automation, Mobile Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Data Management, System Implementation, System Configuration, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Integration, Communication, Simulations
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Verification And Validation, Electronic Systems, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Systems Design, Software Design, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Computational Logic, Hardware Architecture, Software Development, Computer Engineering
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Semiconductors, Quality Assurance, Verification And Validation, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Electronics, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Testing, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Computer Hardware, Computer Architecture, Thermal Management, Scalability, Systems Integration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronics Engineering, Serial Peripheral Interface, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Semiconductors, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Theoretical Computer Science, Diagram Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Computer Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Simulations, Computer Hardware, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Technical Review, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Systems, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Real Time Data, Operating Systems, Linux, OS Process Management, System Design and Implementation, System Requirements, Service Management, Service Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Systems, Enterprise Security, System Software, Information Technology, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Architecture, Technology Solutions, System Configuration, Technical Support and Services, Servers, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Electrical Systems, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Equipment Design, Electronic Components
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Intermediate · 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