Microcontroller courses can help you learn programming basics, circuit design, and interfacing techniques. You can build skills in sensor integration, data acquisition, and real-time system management. Many courses introduce tools like Arduino and Raspberry Pi, that support hands-on projects and prototyping, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical ways.

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, System Programming, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design Patterns, Peripheral Devices, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, HTML and CSS, Real-Time Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, jQuery, Mobile Development, Telecommunications, Cross Platform Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Prototyping
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Laboratory Research, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Data Analysis Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Linux, Microsoft Windows
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Model Based Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Reliability, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, Debugging, Hardware Design, Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, Failure Analysis, Scalability, Linux
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Code Review, Real Time Data, Performance Testing, Linux, Performance Tuning, Computer Vision, Debugging
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Serial Peripheral Interface, Electronic Hardware, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, Digital Communications, Computer Architecture, Software Development Tools, System Design and Implementation, Software Installation, Verification And Validation, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Robotics, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Power Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems, Health Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Components, Hydraulics, Computer Programming Tools, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Integrated Development Environments, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Internet Of Things, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, Linux, Operating Systems, Peripheral Devices, Command-Line Interface, Computer Hardware
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months