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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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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Process Control, Engineering Analysis, Virtual Environment, Graph Theory, Matlab, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems, Systems Administration

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Digital Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Digital Analysis, Computer Security, Digital Assets, Security Testing, Data Analysis Software, Cyber Risk, Incident Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Build Anything with AI: No Code Required

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Claude Code, Prompt Patterns, No-Code Development, Generative AI Agents, Engineering Software, AI Enablement, AI Orchestration, AI powered creativity, LLM Application, AI Product Strategy, Anthropic Claude, AI literacy, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Decision Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Memory Management, Debugging, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Software Documentation, Development Testing, Code Reusability, Vibe coding, Programming Principles, API Design, Program Development, Pseudocode, Software Architecture, Software Design, Functional Design, Performance Tuning, Application Design, Technical Documentation, Generative AI

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), Object-Relational Mapping, CI/CD, Spring Boot, Restful API, Java Programming, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Database Development, Cloud Deployment, Application Security, Java, Containerization, Spring Framework, SQL, NoSQL, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Test Driven Development (TDD), Object Oriented Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Back-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), API Testing, Web Development, Authentications, API Design, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Unit Testing, Test Tools, Database Development, MySQL, User Accounts, Web Applications, Databases

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Blender for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Post-Production, Graphical Tools, Motion Graphics, File Management, Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), Creativity, Image Quality, Video Production, Software Installation, System Configuration

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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Anthropic

    Introduction to Model Context Protocol

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Integrations, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Prompt Engineering, Program Development, Test Tools, Servers, Debugging, Document Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Embedded Systems, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Communication Systems, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), TCP/IP, Web Applications, Restful API, Information Privacy

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Mobile Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Change Control, Internal Auditing, Systems Development, Auditors Report, Risk Management, Risk Control, FinTech, Change Management, Risk Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Development Environment

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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

  • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
  • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera
  • Cyber Security: Digital Forensics: Macquarie University
  • Build Anything with AI: No Code Required: Vanderbilt University
  • Microsoft Introduction to C++ Programming: Microsoft
  • Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment: SkillUp
  • Back-End Developer Capstone: Meta
  • Blender for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Introduction to Model Context Protocol: Anthropic
  • Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL

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