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STEM Courses

STEM courses can help you learn programming, data analysis, engineering principles, and scientific methods. You can build skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and quantitative reasoning, that support tackling complex challenges. Many courses introduce tools such as Python for coding, MATLAB for simulations, and Excel for data management, showing how these skills are applied in real-world projects across various STEM fields.

Popular STEM Courses and Certifications


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    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Image Analysis, Electronics, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Laboratory Equipment, Production Process, Basic Electrical Systems, Test Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Electronics Engineering, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Research

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Preparar Atividades PhET para Educação STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Reviews, Simulations, Digital pedagogy, Interactive Design, Design Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Olay

    Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Laboratory Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Ideation, Market Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices, Product Quality (QA/QC), Market Dynamics, Feasibility Studies, Chemistry, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Management, Verification And Validation, Safety Standards, Product Design, Biochemistry, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Measure Latency & Prioritize Real-Time Traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Real Time Data, Performance Testing, Performance Tuning, Network Engineering, Network Planning And Design, Application Performance Management, Network Protocols, Service Level, Verification And Validation, Software Quality Assurance, Network Analysis, Performance Metric, Network Model, Package and Software Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Transfer Learning, Traffic Flow Optimization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Medical Records: Scan, Release, Audit

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Clinical Documentation, Document Management, Records Management, Record Keeping, Auditing, Document Control, File Management, Regulatory Compliance, Information Privacy, Patient Safety, Data Entry, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Cancer Metastasis

    Skills you'll gain: Capillary, Hemodynamics, Drug Development, Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Business Process Automation, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Scripting, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Audit Evidence & Document Control

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Financial Auditing, Document Management, Auditing, Audit Planning, Accounting Records, Compliance Auditing, Document Control, File Management, Verification And Validation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MathWorks

    Introduction to Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Matlab, Anomaly Detection, Geospatial Information and Technology, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lecturio

    Cardiovascular System: Anatomy & Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Electocardiography, Hemodynamics, Cardiac Dysrhythmia, Cardiology, Patient Observation, Life Support, Clinical Practices, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Medical Emergency, Electrophysiology, Anatomy, Blood Pressure, Physiology, Nursing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Graph Theory, Statistical Software, Computational Logic, Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Plot (Graphics), Calculus, R Programming, Data Presentation, Differential Equations, Data Processing, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular stem courses

  • Semiconductor Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Preparar Atividades PhET para Educação STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
  • Measure Latency & Prioritize Real-Time Traffic: Coursera
  • Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Medical Records: Scan, Release, Audit: Coursera
  • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros: Coursera
  • Audit Evidence & Document Control: Coursera
  • Introduction to Computer Vision: MathWorks

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