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    Understand cognitive science principles for studying the mind and behavior. Learn about perception, memory, learning, and decision-making processes.

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      IBM

      IBM AI Foundations for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Generative AI, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, ChatGPT, Digital Transformation, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Data Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Market Opportunities, Leadership

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Material Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Manufacturing Processes, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Science, Engineering, Semiconductors, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Flask (Web Framework), Unit Testing, Version Control, File Management, Engineering Software, Jupyter, Unix Shell, Software Design, Linux, Application Deployment, Python Programming, Data Structures

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Statistics, NumPy, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Descriptive Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      726 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

      Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Anatomy, Radiology, Image Analysis, Data Analysis, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Analysis, Data Manipulation, Experimentation, Statistical Analysis, Psychology, Network Analysis, R Programming, Data Processing, Regression Analysis, Research Design, Scientific Visualization, Statistics

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology

      Skills you'll gain: Human Learning, Psychology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Neurology, Research Methodologies, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Child Development

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Material Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Process Engineering, Physical Science, Semiconductors

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Olay

      Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Quality Control, Product Development, Packaging and Labeling, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Equipment, Prototyping, Product Quality (QA/QC), New Product Development, Statistical Process Controls, Product Design, Good Manufacturing Practices, Laboratory Testing, Quality Management, Quality Management Systems, Feasibility Studies, Product Testing, Chemistry, Safety Assurance, Personal Care

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      443 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Cambridge

      The science of mind and decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Human Learning, Child Development, Psychology, Teaching, Decision Making, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Learning Strategies, Empathy, Neurology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Medical Imaging, Special Education, Human Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Psychiatry

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Methods, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI Agents, Natural Language Processing, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, OpenAI, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

    • IBM AI Foundations for Business: IBM
    • Material Behavior: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals: IBM
    • Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python: University of London
    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology: University of Cambridge
    • Material Processing: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Introduction to Cosmetic Science and Ingredients: Olay
    • The science of mind and decision making: University of Cambridge

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