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    Political science courses can help you learn how governments function, how policies are made, and how political systems shape societies around the world.

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      Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

      Check Point Jump Start: SMB Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Network Security, System Configuration, Security Management, Network Administration, Threat Management, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Encryption

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Project for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Software Design, Embedded Systems, System Design and Implementation, Performance Testing, Software Documentation, Linux, Code Review, Computer Vision, Debugging

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Data Processing, Science and Research, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research Design

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fractal Analytics

      Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Performance Tuning, Regression Analysis

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Heavy Manufacturing Process and System

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Hydraulics, Control Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Equipment Design, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Failure Analysis, Automation, Safety Assurance, Quality Assurance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Executing Full Text Queries with Elasticsearch

      Skills you'll gain: Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, Distributed Computing, Data Modeling, Information Architecture, Scalability, Application Programming Interface (API), Algorithms, Software Installation

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Data Science & Inteligencia Artificial aplicados a negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Data Science, Business Analytics, Organizational Change, Innovation, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Strategic Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Vision, IT Service Management

      4.1
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design Remote Meeting Boards in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Meeting Facilitation, Virtual Teams, Organizational Skills, Telecommuting, Experience Design, Business Process Management, Virtual Environment

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      L&T EduTech

      Construction Aspects of Formwork

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Structural Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Construction Inspection, Engineering Practices, Architectural Drawing, Failure Analysis, Cost Estimation, Safety Training, Fall Protection, Safety Assurance

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Neural Networks and Random Forests

      Skills you'll gain: Random Forest Algorithm, Keras (Neural Network Library), Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Python Programming

      2.9
      Rating, 2.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Vitality in a Dynamic Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Recognizing Others, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Teamwork, Stress Management, Mental Health, Social Skills, Crisis Management, Empathy, Occupational Safety And Health, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Resilience, Professionalism, Communication, Leadership and Management

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Améliorez les réseaux neuronaux profonds

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Numerical Analysis, Network Architecture, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Check Point Jump Start: SMB Network Security: Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
    • Real-Time Project for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Researcher's guide to DNA sequencing data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms: Fractal Analytics
    • Heavy Manufacturing Process and System: L&T EduTech
    • Executing Full Text Queries with Elasticsearch: Board Infinity
    • Data Science & Inteligencia Artificial aplicados a negocios: Universidad de Palermo
    • Design Remote Meeting Boards in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Construction Aspects of Formwork: L&T EduTech
    • Neural Networks and Random Forests: LearnQuest

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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