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Computer Hardware Courses

Computer hardware courses can help you learn about computer architecture, circuit design, and system integration. You can build skills in troubleshooting hardware issues, assembling components, and optimizing performance for various applications. Many courses introduce tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, and CAD software, that support designing and testing hardware systems.

Popular Computer Hardware Courses and Certifications


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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Other Programming Languages, Java Programming, Java, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Animations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Java Programming, Computer Hardware, Scalability

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    786 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computer Communications

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routers, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Network Switches, General Networking, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, Network Architecture

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    3.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Infosec

    Computer Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, grep, Network Protocols, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Data Integrity, User Accounts, USB, Identity and Access Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption, System Configuration

    4.7
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    362 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Computer Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Programming Principles, Scientific Methods

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Interactive Computer Graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Graphical Tools, Computer-Aided Design, Interaction Design, Animations, Digital Design, Technical Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Programming

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    318 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Management, Database Software, Artificial Intelligence, Graph Theory, Software Engineering, Database Development, Java Programming, Requirements Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Database Architecture and Administration, Computational Logic, Java, Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Design, Computer Science, Software Technical Review, Formal Learning, Administration

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    University at Buffalo

    Computer Vision Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Calculus, Probability & Statistics

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Computer Aided Design

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Assembly Drawing, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Proactive Computer Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Information Systems Security, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Data Sharing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    268 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, Javascript, Computer Programming Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Program Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Computer Graphics, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Programming Principles, Data Management, Maintainability

    4.1
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose: Princeton University
  • Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines: Princeton University
  • Computer Communications: University of Colorado System
  • Computer Forensics: Infosec
  • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis
  • Interactive Computer Graphics: The University of Tokyo
  • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University
  • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • Computer Aided Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

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