Theoretical computer science courses can help you learn algorithms, computational complexity, automata theory, and formal languages. You can build skills in problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and algorithm analysis, that support tackling complex computational tasks. Many courses introduce tools like Python for algorithm implementation, LaTeX for typesetting mathematical documents, and software for simulating automata, allowing you to apply these concepts in practical scenarios.

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Linux Servers, Computer Engineering, File Systems, Unix, C (Programming Language), File Management, Memory Management, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, OS Process Management, Build Tools
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Auditing, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Auditors Report, Internal Auditing, Continuous Monitoring, Compliance Auditing, Quality Assessment, Project Coordination, Quality Assurance, Information Systems Security, Presentations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Security Software, Software Installation, SQL, Virtual Machines, Data Structures
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Diversity Awareness, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Human Factors (Security), Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Administration, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Application, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, User Provisioning, SQL, Application Security, Security Controls, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Exploitation techniques, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, FinTech, Data Sharing, Public Key Infrastructure, Transaction Processing, Key Management, Fraud detection, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Data Integrity, Network Model, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Authentications, Data Security, Information Privacy, Digital Transformation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Software Testing, Testability, Test Case, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Test Engineering, Functional Testing, Test Automation, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Java Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Test Tools, Behavior-Driven Development, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Software Testing, Development Testing, Test Case, Software Engineering Tools, Test Data, Code Coverage, Scenario Testing, Restful API, Mockups, Microservices
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Databases, Database Development, Database Management, Acceptance Testing, Data Architecture, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Scalability, Software Systems, Microservices, Software Architecture, System Testing, Distributed Computing, Data Infrastructure, System Monitoring, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, Big Data
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Android (Operating System), Android Development, Mobile Development, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Event-Driven Programming, Network Model, Geographic Information Systems, Interactive Design, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Storage, Animations, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, C# (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Development Tools, Program Development, Programming Principles, C and C++, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours