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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Autonomous Aerospace Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Architecture, Simulation and Simulation Software, Global Positioning Systems, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Vision, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Real Time Data, Business Intelligence

    4.5
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Recommender Systems Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Applied Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Solution Design, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms

    4.1
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    29 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Event-Driven Programming, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Design, Middleware, Cloud Computing, Data Structures

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: ISO 9000 Series, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Quality Assurance and Control, Food and Beverage, Quality Assessment, Quality Management, Hazard Analysis, Standard Operating Procedure, Statistical Process Controls, Cost Control, Descriptive Statistics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EIT Digital

    Advanced Recommender Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Dimensionality Reduction, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Analysis

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EIT Digital

    Basic Recommender Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI Personalization, System Requirements, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Innovation, Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Quality Assurance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Tuning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Deductive Reasoning, Independent Thinking, Open Mindset, Complex Problem Solving, Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, Willingness To Learn, Systems Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Scientific Methods

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Clemson University

    Database Management Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, NoSQL, Query Languages

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian Institute of Science

    Micro Electromechanical Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Biomedical Technology, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Materials science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Communication Systems, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering Design Process, Laboratory Testing, 3D Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Analytical Testing, Applied Mathematics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EIT Digital

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Product Management, Creativity, Product Strategy, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Fundraising

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    152 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    776 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Javascript, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Animations, Debugging, Scripting Languages

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular systems thinking courses

  • Autonomous Aerospace Systems: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Recommender Systems Capstone: University of Minnesota
  • Programming Reactive Systems: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Beer Quality Systems: University of California, Davis
  • Advanced Recommender Systems: EIT Digital
  • Basic Recommender Systems: EIT Digital
  • Rethinking Logic: Surprising Science of Critical Thinking: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Database Management Systems: Clemson University
  • Micro Electromechanical Systems: Indian Institute of Science
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Design Thinking to Funding: EIT Digital

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