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    Results for "astrotech: the science and technology behind astronomical discovery"

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Analyzing the Universe

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Methods, Energy and Utilities

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Observing Earth From Space

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Environment, Geographic Information Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Data Ethics, Environmental Science, Image Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Data Collection, Forecasting

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Fundamentals of Materials Science

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Mechanics, Failure Analysis

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      University of Amsterdam

      Big History - From the Big Bang until Today

      Skills you'll gain: World History, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Physical Science, Anthropology, Timelines, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Research, Physical Science, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.8
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Peer Review, Timelines, World History

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of London

      Understanding Research Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Writing, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      University of Rochester

      Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Environment, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Chemistry

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      University of Michigan

      The Basics of Rocket Science

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Chemistry, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Data Integrity, Technical Writing

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Data Visualization for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Video Production

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to High-Throughput Materials Development

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, New Product Development, Laboratory Research, Product Development, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design Process, Chemical Engineering, Process Development, Chemistry, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Computational Thinking, Laboratory Equipment, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular astrotech: the science and technology behind astronomical discovery courses

    • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Observing Earth From Space: The University of Edinburgh
    • Fundamentals of Materials Science: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Big History - From the Big Bang until Today: University of Amsterdam
    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
    • Confronting The Big Questions: Highlights of Modern Astronomy: University of Rochester
    • The Basics of Rocket Science: University of Michigan
    • Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology): Politecnico di Milano

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