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Environmental Science Courses

Environmental science courses can help you learn about ecosystems, biodiversity, climate change, and environmental policy. You can build skills in data analysis, field research techniques, and environmental impact assessments. Many courses introduce tools like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping and analyzing environmental data, as well as statistical software for interpreting research findings. You'll also explore methods for sustainable resource management and strategies for addressing environmental challenges.

Popular Environmental Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI Ethics, Responsible Use, and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management Framework, Environmental Issue, Analysis, Intellectual Property, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Animals, Self, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Justice, Media and Communications, Cultural Diversity, Environmental Issue

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    FinTech Disruptive Innovation: Implications for Society

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Market Trend, Financial Services, Emerging Technologies, Workforce Development, Innovation, Banking Services, Forecasting, Social Impact, Digital Transformation, Loans, Lending and Underwriting, Financial Market, Business Transformation, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    113 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Fine-tuning, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    Duke University

    Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Image Analysis, Data Processing, Data Science, Programming Principles, Text Mining, File I/O, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Probability Distribution

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    User Interface Design and Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Prototyping, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Design Thinking, User Research, Design, Style Guides

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    66 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Physics of silicon solar cells

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Electronic Components, Manufacturing Processes

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    69 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Geodesign: Change Your World

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Case Studies, Climate Change Programs, Systems Thinking, Geospatial Information and Technology, Sustainable Design, Spatial Analysis, Sustainable Development, Design Strategies, Collaborative Software, Decision Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Decision Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Embeddings, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Scientific Visualization, Deep Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Performance Testing with JMeter for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Performance Stress Testing, Test Tools, Software Testing, API Testing, Application Performance Management, Test Planning, Test Script Development, Test Data, Configuration Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    82 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of London

    C++ Programming: Classes and Data

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Program Development, Data Modeling, FinTech

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI Ethics, Responsible Use, and Creativity: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Processes: Arizona State University
  • Animals, Self, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • FinTech Disruptive Innovation: Implications for Society: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work: Duke University
  • Data Science with NumPy, Sets, and Dictionaries: Duke University
  • User Interface Design and Prototyping: Microsoft
  • Physics of silicon solar cells: École Polytechnique
  • Geodesign: Change Your World: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University

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