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Computer Architecture Courses

Computer architecture courses can help you learn about processor design, memory hierarchy, instruction sets, and system organization. You can build skills in performance optimization, hardware-software interaction, and parallel processing techniques. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software, assembly language, and hardware description languages, that support implementing and testing architectural concepts in real-world applications.


Popular Computer Architecture Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Matlab, Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Applied Machine Learning, ChatGPT, Scatter Plots, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Computer Programming, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, AI Personalization, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    .NET 8 Microservices – DDD, CQRS & Clean Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Docker (Software), Containerization, API Gateway, Redis, API Design, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, Software Architecture, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Design Patterns, Cloud-Native Computing, Restful API, C# (Programming Language), Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Event-Driven Programming, Integration Testing, Software Development, Web Development

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Routing, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Load Balancing, Wide Area Networks, Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, Computer Vision, LangChain, ChatGPT, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, Generative AI, Responsible AI, IBM Cloud, Large Language Modeling, Data Import/Export, AI Workflows, Python Programming, Engineering Software, Machine Learning, Data Science

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Coding for Everyone: C and C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Graph Theory, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Game Design, Software Documentation

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Database Administration, SQL, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Relational Databases, Data Security, Linux Commands, Data Migration, Database Design, Data Governance, Database Management, MySQL, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Data Architecture, Data Store

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Hardening, Network Protocols, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Cybersecurity Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Application Security, Computer Security, Authentications, Firewall, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Technical Support Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Computer Networking, System Software, Technical Communication, Computer Literacy, Linux, Microsoft Windows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    5G Open RAN Essentials: Architecture & Ecosystem Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Architecture, General Networking, Interoperability, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies, Automation, Cloud Deployment, Strategic Thinking, Vendor Management, Cost Reduction, Innovation, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Edge Computing Patterns for Solution Architects

    Skills you'll gain: Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Architecture, Distributed Computing, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Architecture, Data Security, Network Performance Management, Application Design, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Software-Defined Networking, Containerization, Automation, Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    5G Network Architecture and Protocols

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Network Infrastructure, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Emerging Technologies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer architecture courses

  • MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists: Vanderbilt University
  • .NET 8 Microservices – DDD, CQRS & Clean Architecture: Packt
  • Network Architecture Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • IBM AI Developer: IBM
  • Coding for Everyone: C and C++: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • IBM Data Architecture: IBM
  • Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security: Google
  • Cybersecurity Architecture: IBM
  • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
  • 5G Open RAN Essentials: Architecture & Ecosystem Basics: Coursera

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