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      University of Washington

      Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing

      Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Image Analysis, Telecommunications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Quantitative Research, Debugging, Computer Hardware

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

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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environment Health And Safety, Safety Assurance, Engineering Practices, Accident Prevention, Equipment Design, Risk Management, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Football: More than a Game

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Media and Communications, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, Diplomacy, Socioeconomics, Finance, Social Justice, World History, Governance, Community Development, Data Analysis, Economic Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Semiconductor Packaging Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Quality Assurance, Semiconductors, Verification And Validation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Standards, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Product Testing, Thermal Management, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Reliability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      304 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Docker Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Linux Administration, Development Environment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Virtualization, Scalability, Command-Line Interface

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Content Marketing Using Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, AI Personalization, Pay Per Click Advertising, Content Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Google Ads, Digital Marketing, Generative AI, Marketing Analytics, Consumer Behaviour, Persona Development

      4.1
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Emory University

      Marketing Channel Strategy & B2B2C Routes to Market

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Business Marketing, Direct Selling, Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Customer Demand Planning, E-Commerce, Compensation Management, Strategic Partnership, Consumer Behaviour, Compensation Analysis, New Business Development, Supply Chain, B2B Sales

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Desarrollo de aplicaciones con Android

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Application Development, Application Lifecycle Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Authorization (Computing), User Interface (UI), Data Storage, Database Management, Databases

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
    • Single-Phase Pipe Hydraulics and Pipe Sizing: L&T EduTech
    • Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Chemical Hazards: Toxicology & Reactivity: University of California, Davis
    • Football: More than a Game: The University of Edinburgh
    • Semiconductor Packaging Manufacturing : Arizona State University
    • Cloud Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Docker Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Content Marketing Using Generative AI : University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science: University of Leeds

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