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      University of Copenhagen

      Transformation of the Global Food System

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Supply Chain, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Innovation, Nutrition and Diet, Public Policies, Small Business Accounting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      988 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Development of Secure Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Operating Systems, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Networking, Computer Programming, System Requirements, Software Engineering, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Mathematical Software, Graph Theory, Software Development Tools

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      552 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Paid media, Talent Management, People Management, Forecasting, Earned Media, Organizational Structure, Public Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resources, Public Health, Emergency Response, Program Evaluation, Health Policy, Environmental Monitoring, Infectious Diseases, Governance, Microbiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      Data Engineering on AWS - Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Engineering, Serverless Computing, CI/CD, Data Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Data Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS CloudFormation, Infrastructure Architecture, Security Controls, Cloud Applications, Amazon CloudWatch, Terraform

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Practical Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Data Collection

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      3.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cape Town

      Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Mitigation, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Economics, Research, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      583 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ChatGPT - Usos y Estrategias

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Productivity, Generative AI, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Natural Language Processing, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      962 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of California San Diego

      Data Structures and Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Development Testing, Java Programming, Software Testing, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Theoretical Computer Science

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Science, Research, Environment, Experimentation, Environmental Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Microbiology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      505 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Monitoring, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Simulations, Biology, Economics, Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Transformation of the Global Food System: University of Copenhagen
    • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: EIT Digital
    • VLSI CAD Part I: Logic: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Data Engineering on AWS - Foundations: Amazon Web Services
    • Practical Machine Learning: Johns Hopkins University
    • Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries: University of Cape Town
    • ChatGPT - Usos y Estrategias: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Data Structures and Performance: University of California San Diego

    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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