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      L&T EduTech

      Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Safety, Plant Operations and Management, High Voltage, Applied Mathematics, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Low Voltage, Process Control, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Three-Phase

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      194 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Productivity, Creative Problem-Solving, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Data Synthesis, Image Analysis, Data Capture, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Data Analysis, Organizational Skills, Education Software and Technology, Computer Vision, Data Storytelling

      4.8
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Design, Process Driven Development, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      508 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, HTML and CSS, Debugging, Software Engineering, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Javascript, Encryption, Algorithms, AI Personalization, Web Design, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis

      4.6
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, SQL, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Pandas (Python Package), Professional Networking

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      143K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Git (Version Control System), Shell Script, Linux, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, Data Manipulation, MySQL, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Cloud Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Software Development Tools

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      430 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Airflow, Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Data Architecture, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Query Languages, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Lakes, Amazon Web Services, Apache Spark, Database Systems, Data Integration, AWS Kinesis, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      447 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, MySQL, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Store, Jupyter, Generative AI, Professional Networking

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      58K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Semiconductors, Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Schematic Diagrams

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Quality

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      293 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Fundamentals of Flight mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Risk Control, Physical Science, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Safety Assurance, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Algebra, Differential Equations, Scientific Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      529 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, USB, Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Basic Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Graphical Tools, Engineering Analysis, Technical Design, Engineering Design Process

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular civil engineering courses

    • Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection: L&T EduTech
    • Prompt Engineering for Educators: Vanderbilt University
    • Software Engineering: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals: Duke University
    • IBM Data Science: IBM
    • Python, Bash and SQL Essentials for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI
    • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
    • Introduction to Electronics: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Advanced Prompt Engineering for Everyone: Vanderbilt University

    Why Learn Civil Engineering?

    Civil engineering is the discipline behind the infrastructure that supports everyday life—from transportation and water systems to buildings and public spaces. It blends engineering principles with environmental, structural, and project management knowledge. Learning civil engineering can prepare you to contribute to sustainable development and help shape the built environment around the world.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Civil Engineering

    Popular options include Construction Management Specialization from Columbia University, Design Basics of RCC Buildings from L&T EduTech, and Introduction to Engineering Mechanics from Georgia Institute of Technology. These courses cover topics like structural design, project planning, transportation systems, and sustainable infrastructure.‎

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

    You’ll learn foundational and advanced topics such as structural analysis, materials science, geotechnical engineering, water resources, and transportation systems. Some courses also cover project management, BIM (Building Information Modeling), and sustainability in civil engineering.‎

    Some courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key concepts without requiring prior experience. However, many civil engineering topics involve math, physics, and technical knowledge, so more advanced courses may assume a background in engineering or related fields.‎

    Yes. Coursera courses can help learners build foundational skills, support continuing education for professionals, or prepare learners for specialized roles in infrastructure, construction, or environmental design. Earning certificates can also strengthen your resume or academic profile.‎

    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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