Hardware courses can help you learn circuit design, microcontroller programming, computer architecture, and embedded systems. You can build skills in troubleshooting hardware issues, optimizing performance, and integrating various components. Many courses introduce tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and CAD software, that support creating prototypes and testing designs.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Memory Management, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, System Configuration, Code Reusability, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices
★ 4.5 (532) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Hardening, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Architecture Review, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Cryptographic Protocols, Microarchitecture, Cryptography, Systems Design, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Functional Design, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.3 (693) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Electronics Engineering, Program Development, Software Installation, Development Environment, Digital Communications, Build Tools
★ 4.7 (7.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Hardening, Data Storage, Data Security, Security Controls, Data Storage Technologies, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Information Assurance, Software Installation, Endpoint Security, Disaster Recovery, Information Systems Security, Data Management, Enterprise Security, System Configuration, Infrastructure Security, Computer Hardware
★ 4.7 (162) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering
★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Operating System Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, System Configuration, Systems Administration, IT Automation, OS Process Management, General Networking, Graphical Tools
★ 4.5 (91) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Design Software, Design Specifications, Digital Signal Processing, Verification And Validation, Open Source Technology, Data Import/Export
★ 5 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Systems, Memory Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Real Time Data, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Vibrations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Design Specifications, Computer Displays
★ 4.7 (259) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, System Programming, Data Storage, Memory Management, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Data Storage Technologies, Program Development, C# (Programming Language)
★ 4.7 (89) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Relational Databases, Cloud Computing Architecture, Operating System Administration, Cloud Services, General Networking, Database Architecture and Administration, Virtualization, Cloud Deployment, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cybersecurity, Network Troubleshooting, Hardening, Network Support, Database Administration, Programming Principles, Computer Programming
★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Media Production, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Automation, Editing, File Management, Collaborative Software, Digital Signal Processing, Writing, Timelines, Coordination, Data Import/Export, Computer Hardware, Electronic Media
★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months