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Biotechnology Courses

Biotechnology courses can help you learn genetic engineering, bioprocessing, and bioinformatics. You can build skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. Many courses introduce tools like CRISPR for gene editing, PCR for DNA amplification, and various software for analyzing biological data, demonstrating how these skills are applied in research and development settings.


Popular Biotechnology Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Indian Institute of Science

    Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Medical Equipment, Materials science, Health Technology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Diagnostic Tests, Molecular Biology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, AI Personalization, Electocardiography, Neurology, Electronics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Experimental Methods in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Procedures, Mathematical Modeling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    317 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tel Aviv University

    Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Anatomy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Physiology, Food and Beverage, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Medical Technology and Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Medical Devices, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Patient Evaluation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Systems, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, Clinical Data Management, Billing Systems, Clinical Research, Program Evaluation, Medical Billing, Estimation, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Risk Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Claims Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    295 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Intellectual Property in the Healthcare Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Health Care, Legal Strategy, Health Policy, Medical Science and Research, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Research, Case Studies, Economics, Market Dynamics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    148 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Integrated Analysis in Systems Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Analysis, Systems Analysis, Research Reports, Biology, Life Sciences, Research Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Human Development, Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Child Development, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Music, Biotechnology, Environment and Resource Management, General Science and Research, Decision Making, Natural Resource Management, Oncology, Liberal Arts

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    392 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a la genética vegetal

    Skills you'll gain: Plant Operations and Management, Biotechnology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evolución

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, World History, Social Studies, Scientific Methods, European History, Taxonomy, Specimen Collection, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    368 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease

    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Pharmacy, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse, Mental and Behavioral Health, Neurology, Physiology, Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Developmental Disabilities, Science and Research

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Correlation Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Miami

    Additive Manufacturing Scientific Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Biomedical Technology, Biological Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, AI Integrations, Emerging Technologies, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
  • Experimental Methods in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Understanding Plants - Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology: Tel Aviv University
  • Medical Technology and Evaluation: University of Minnesota
  • Intellectual Property in the Healthcare Industry: University of Pennsylvania
  • Integrated Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introducción a la genética vegetal: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Evolución: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Genetic Underpinnings of Synaptic Disease: University of Minnesota

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