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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, System Design and Implementation, Hardware Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Display Devices, Image Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Computer Displays, Human Factors, Medical Imaging, Applied Mathematics, System Configuration, Technical Design

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Safety Assurance, Environmental Regulations, Accident Prevention, Environment and Resource Management, Big Data, Plant Operations and Management, Waste Minimization, Fire And Life Safety, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Risk Analysis, Environmental Engineering, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Data Processing, Process Control, Electric Power Systems, Applied Machine Learning, Manufacturing and Production, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM RAG and Agentic AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Real Time Data, Software Design, Data Governance, Large Language Modeling, Application Development, Database Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, NoSQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Flask (Web Framework), Database Management, Software Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Quantum Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Mechanics, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      724 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      784 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      École Polytechnique

      Density Functional Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Engineering Practices, Failure Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Equipment Design, Environmental Engineering, Reliability, Engineering Calculations, Process Analysis

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      214 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Geotechnical Foundation Design

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Laboratory Testing, Structural Engineering, Laboratory Experience, Construction Engineering, Geostatistics, Civil Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Experimentation, Research Reports, Engineering Practices, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Structural Analysis, Failure Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google Advanced Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interviewing Skills, Python Programming

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      MLOps | Machine Learning Operations

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Pandas (Python Package), AWS SageMaker, NumPy, Microsoft Azure, Data Ethics, Application Deployment, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning, GitHub, Big Data, Data Management, Data Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      480 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Optical Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Petroleum Engineering with AI Applications: L&T EduTech
    • Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech
    • IBM RAG and Agentic AI: IBM
    • Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
    • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
    • Geotechnical Foundation Design: L&T EduTech

    Frequently Asked Questions about Engineering

    Coursera's Engineering courses offer learners an array of essential skills across various engineering disciplines:

    • Fundamental and advanced engineering principles, including mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
    • Skills in applying mathematical and scientific concepts to solve real-world engineering problems.
    • Techniques for designing, testing, and analyzing engineering systems and structures.
    • Knowledge of modern engineering tools, software, and technologies used in the industry.
    • Best practices for sustainable engineering and managing environmental impacts.
    • Insights into the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities of engineers.‎

    Yes. You can start learning engineering topics on Coursera for free in two ways:

    • Preview the first module of many engineering courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
    • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

    If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in engineering, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    Engineering courses on Coursera are designed to cater to learners with different levels of expertise:

    • Beginners with an interest in engineering can start with introductory courses that provide a basic understanding of the field and its various branches.
    • Those with some technical background can advance their skills in specific areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, or chemical engineering.
    • Advanced learners and professional engineers can deepen their expertise with specialized courses on topics like advanced materials science, robotics, or aerospace engineering.‎

    Upon completing Engineering courses, learners can obtain credentials that may support their professional and academic goals:

    • Professional certificates that may demonstrate a foundational understanding and practical skills in specific engineering disciplines.
    • Specializations that focus on detailed aspects of engineering, potentially enhancing both technical knowledge and application skills.
    • Certificates that can help provide evidence of continued education and specialization in the engineering sector. ‎

    Acquiring skills from Engineering courses can open doors to a variety of technical and design-oriented roles:

    • Design Engineer, creating new systems or products using CAD software and engineering principles.
    • Project Engineer, overseeing engineering projects from planning through execution.
    • Quality Assurance Engineer, ensuring products and systems meet safety and quality standards.
    • Research and Development Engineer, innovating and improving industry technologies.
    • Sustainability Engineer, developing solutions to environmental challenges in engineering projects.‎
    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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