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Computational Science Courses

Computational Science courses can help you learn numerical analysis, simulation techniques, and data visualization. You can build skills in algorithm development, statistical modeling, and high-performance computing. Many courses introduce tools like Python, MATLAB, and R, that support implementing simulations and analyzing large datasets. You'll also explore key topics such as parallel computing, machine learning applications, and optimization methods, allowing you to tackle complex scientific problems and enhance your analytical capabilities.


Popular Computational Science Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Materials science, Chemistry, Mechanics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Calculus

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    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Climate Change Programs, Innovation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Mathematical Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, AI Security, Social Impact, Information Privacy, Accountability

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    304 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Create the User Interface in Android Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Kotlin, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Cross Platform Development, Animations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Collaborative Robotics in Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Programmable Logic Controllers, Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Real Time Data, Human Machine Interfaces, Industrial Engineering, Hardware Troubleshooting, Image Analysis, Matlab, Equipment Design, Computer Vision, Embedded Software

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Programming Fundamentals in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, iOS Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Web Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Data Ecosystem

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Ethics, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Quality, Data Management, Tableau Software, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Data Literacy, Data Storage, Data Modeling, Data Infrastructure, Databases, Business Intelligence, Data Integrity, Spreadsheet Software, Database Management, Relational Databases

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Optical Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Display Devices, Computer Displays, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, User Interface (UI), Electronic Components, Equipment Design, Image Quality, Materials science, Physics, Simulations, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Python Project for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Web Scraping, Data Transformation, File I/O, Data Processing, JSON, Data Integration, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Jupyter

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Python Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Human Anatomy & Physiology I

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Lifelong Learning

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to UX/UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Wireframing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Software Development Life Cycle

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computational science courses

  • The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
  • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
  • Create the User Interface in Android Studio: Meta
  • Collaborative Robotics in Industry: L&T EduTech
  • Programming Fundamentals in Swift: Meta
  • Data Ecosystem: Tableau Learning Partner
  • Active Optical Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python Project for Data Engineering: IBM
  • Cloud Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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