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Computer Engineering Courses

Computer Engineering courses can help you learn circuit design, embedded systems, computer architecture, and software development. You can build skills in programming languages like C and Python, hardware troubleshooting, and system integration. Many courses introduce tools such as simulation software, development environments, and debugging tools, that support designing and testing both hardware and software components.

Popular Computer Engineering Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Generative Model Architectures, Desktop Support, Data Warehousing, Security Controls, System Support, Business Intelligence, Technical Support and Services, Computer Systems, Solution Design, Business Software, Information Systems Security, Technical Support, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Storage Technologies, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Open source Data Engineering with Spark, dbt & Airflow

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Ansible, Cloud Security, Diagram Design, Data Validation, Database Design, Apache Airflow, Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Interviewing Skills, Apache Spark, PySpark, CI/CD, Docker (Software), SQL, Workflow Management, Git (Version Control System)

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Responsible AI, Database Management, Software Engineering, Software Design, Combinatorics, Requirements Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Database Software, Database Development, Software Architecture, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Project Scoping, Algorithms, Administration, Computer Science, Performance Measurement

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • U

    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

    4.2 stars, 1.8K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (1.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    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

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.7 stars, 3.5K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Energy and Utilities, Vocabulary, Learning Strategies, Climate Change Mitigation, Literacy, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Language Learning, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Grammar

    4.8 stars, 2.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    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

    4.7 stars, 268 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (268) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    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, Computer Programming, Graphical Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Programming Principles, Data Management, Maintainability

    4.1 stars, 937 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (937) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, AI Enablement, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Services, AI Integrations, Authentications, Cloud API, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development

    4.5 stars, 545 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (545) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Software Development, Automation, Cloud Computing, Debugging

    4.6 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Data Ethics, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Excel Formulas, Responsible AI, Data Transformation, Linear Algebra, Feature Engineering, Digital Signal Processing

    4.5 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer engineering courses

  • Introduction to Computers: Microsoft
  • Open source Data Engineering with Spark, dbt & Airflow: Coursera
  • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University
  • Computer Vision Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Proactive Computer Security: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Computer Programming: University of London
  • Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services: Microsoft

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