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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Mind and Machine

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Python Programming, Combinatorics, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Design Strategies

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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Probability, Probability & Statistics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Parallel Computing with MPI

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Data Sharing, Communication Systems

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computing, Ethics, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Media and Communications, Automation, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Workplace inclusivity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Computation and Visualization for Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Big Data, Programming Principles, Python Programming

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Student Engagement, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Animation and Game Design, Code Review, Object Oriented Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Development Environment

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Software Architecture for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Software Engineering, Data Architecture, Web Applications, Software Architecture, Performance Testing, Scalability, Functional Requirement, Distributed Computing, Databases, Microservices, Acceptance Testing, Application Deployment, Application Development, Predictive Modeling, Software Testing, Development Testing, System Design and Implementation, Transaction Processing, Big Data

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      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Network Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Middleware, Containerization, Software-Defined Networking, NoSQL

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Biology, Data Structures

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Computation and Visualization for Analytics Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Plotly, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Seaborn, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Mining, Scatter Plots, R Programming, Graph Theory, Data Science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Computational Thinking for Problem Solving: University of Pennsylvania
    • Parallel Computing with MPI: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Computation and Visualization for Analytics Part 1: Northeastern University
    • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
    • Software Architecture for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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