Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Technical Design, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deep Learning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Legal Risk, Requirements Analysis, Test Tools, Software Testing, Security Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, Software Development Methodologies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Persistence, Program Evaluation, Case Studies, Tenacity, Psychological Evaluations, Surveys, Data Collection, Reliability, Descriptive Statistics, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, File Systems, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Database Design, SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Integration, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Tools, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Functional Requirement, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development, Systems Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Fraud detection, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Exploratory Data Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Data Processing, Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Responsive Web Design, Computational Thinking, LinkedIn, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, React.js, HTML and CSS, Debugging, Algorithms, Interviewing Skills, UI Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Computer Programming, Web Development, Data Structures, JSON, Javascript, Software Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Mechanics, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematical Modeling, Torque (Physics), Linear Algebra, Estimation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Microsoft Azure, Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Extract, Transform, Load, Dataflow, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Storage
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Interactive Learning, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Blockchain, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, Cryptography, Education and Training, Technical Communication, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks