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    Embedded systems courses can help you learn how to design and program specialized computing devices that power everything from smartphones to smart appliances.

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    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Design Brainstorming diagrams for businesses with Creately

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Process Flow Diagrams, User Accounts, Project Design, Business Process Modeling, Collaborative Software

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Ethical Hacking Foundations & Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Network Analysis, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Configuration, Security Software, Software Installation, File Management, Virtual Machines

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      LCFA Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Cloud Computing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Computer Aided Design

      Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Animations

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Hands-on Data Centric Visual AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Computer Vision, Data Validation, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Test Tools, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Managing Change when Moving to Google Cloud en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Staff Management, Collaborative Software, Organizational Change, Change Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Business Transformation, Workforce Development, Innovation, Employee Engagement, Communication

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Kafka Streams API for Developers Using Java/Spring Boot 3.X

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Spring Boot, JUnit, Java, Unit Testing, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Integration Testing, Restful API, JSON, Transaction Processing, Middleware, Data Processing, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Free Trial
      E

      Edureka

      Mastering Angular Development

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), CI/CD, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, TypeScript, Application Deployment, Application Frameworks, Continuous Deployment, Unit Testing, Application Performance Management, Continuous Integration, Front-End Web Development, Maintainability, Web Applications, Application Lifecycle Management, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Test Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Security

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Protection of Information Assets

      Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Cryptography, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Authorization (Computing), Information Privacy, Incident Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Develop a UX Customer Problem Statement in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Experience, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Intelligence, User Story, Customer Analysis, Collaborative Software

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Agile Leadership for Distributed Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Agile Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Innovation, Team Management, Team Building, Communication, Employee Engagement, Change Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Financial Intermediation

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Regulation, FinTech, Financial Systems, Banking, Commercial Banking, Financial Statements, Financial Market, Econometrics, Financial Analysis, Credit Risk, Economics, Market Dynamics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular embedded systems courses

    • Design Brainstorming diagrams for businesses with Creately: Coursera Project Network
    • Ethical Hacking Foundations & Network Security: Packt
    • LCFA Exam Preparation: LearnQuest
    • Computer Aided Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Hands-on Data Centric Visual AI: University of California, Davis
    • Managing Change when Moving to Google Cloud en Español: Google Cloud
    • Kafka Streams API for Developers Using Java/Spring Boot 3.X: Packt
    • Mastering Angular Development: Edureka
    • Protection of Information Assets: Packt
    • Develop a UX Customer Problem Statement in Miro: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Embedded Systems?

    Embedded systems are specialized computing units built into devices to control functions in everything from smartphones and cars to medical equipment and industrial machines. They combine hardware and software to perform real-time tasks reliably and efficiently. Learning embedded systems can help you develop in-demand skills for engineering, robotics, and smart technology innovation.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Embedded Systems

    Popular embedded systems courses include Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments from the University of Colorado Boulder and An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IoT) Specialization from UC Irvine. These cover C programming, microcontrollers, real-time systems, and IoT applications.‎

    Yes. Many embedded systems courses offer a free audit option. You can access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how embedded systems work, how to program microcontrollers, and how to interact with hardware using C/C++, sensors, and real-time operating systems. Some courses also cover system design, debugging, and building IoT-connected devices.‎

    Some basic programming knowledge—especially in C or C++—is helpful, but many beginner-friendly courses introduce these skills as part of the curriculum. You'll also gain hands-on experience through simulations or hardware-based projects.‎

    Yes. Embedded systems are used in industries like automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and robotics. Learning these skills through Coursera can help prepare you for roles in embedded software development, IoT engineering, and firmware programming.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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