Theory of Computation Courses
Courses in Theory of Computation often teach formal languages, automata theory, computability, and complexity classes. You can build skills in algorithm design, problem-solving, and understanding the limits of computation. Many courses introduce tools like Turing machines and state diagrams, which help illustrate concepts and analyze computational problems. You'll also explore key topics such as P vs NP, decidability, and the role of algorithms in artificial intelligence, enhancing your ability to tackle complex computational challenges.
Popular Theory of Computation Courses and Certifications
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Structures, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, IBM Cloud, Advanced Mathematics
Status: FreePrinceton University
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Operations Research, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Network Routing, Java Programming, Linear Algebra
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability, Computer Science
Status: Free TrialUniversity of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies
Status: Free TrialUniversity of London
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage
Status: Free TrialUniversity of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Classroom Management, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Awareness, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Event-Driven Programming, Code Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Student Engagement
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming
Status: Free TrialUniversity of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science
Status: PreviewHebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphic Techniques
Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Computational Logic, Hardware Design, Computer Hardware, Programming Principles, Digital Signal Processing, Debugging
Status: PreviewShanghai Jiao Tong University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Science
Status: Free TrialUniversidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Algorithms, Musical Composition, Art History, Music Theory
In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theory of computation courses
- Advanced Data Structures, RSA and Quantum Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
- Algorithms, Part II: Princeton University
- Mathematical Foundations for Cryptography: University of Colorado System
- Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
- How Computers Work: University of London
- Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
- Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming : University of Colorado Boulder
- Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
- Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Introduction to Computing Systems: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
