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STEM Courses

STEM courses can help you learn programming, data analysis, engineering principles, and scientific methods. You can build skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and quantitative reasoning, that support tackling complex challenges. Many courses introduce tools such as Python for coding, MATLAB for simulations, and Excel for data management, showing how these skills are applied in real-world projects across various STEM fields.


Popular STEM Courses and Certifications


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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Physiology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Aplicar Atividades PhET para Educação STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Mathematics Education, Science and Research, User Feedback, Technical Support

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Transformation, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Software Documentation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Network Analysis, Statistical Methods, Box Plots, Statistical Inference, Unsupervised Learning, R Programming, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Philosophy of Science

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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    University of Huddersfield

    BSc Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Calculus, Differential Equations, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Colorado System

    Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Electron and Ion Beam Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Materials science, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Electronic Components, Laboratory Equipment, Quantitative Research, Scientific Visualization, Qualitative Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Behind the Scenes: Exploring EV Core Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Power Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Engineering, Performance Testing, High Voltage, Environmental Science, Systems Integration, Thermal Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Control Systems

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Input and Interaction

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI), Usability, Interaction Design, Human Machine Interfaces, User Experience Design, Prototyping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular STEM courses

  • Anatomy & Physiology: Support & Movement: Rice University
  • Aplicar Atividades PhET para Educação STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function: Rice University
  • Master of Science in Data Science (Statistics): University of Leeds
  • Philosophy of Science: University of Pennsylvania
  • BSc Data Science: University of Huddersfield
  • Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code: University of Colorado System
  • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Electron and Ion Beam Characterization: Arizona State University

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