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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Systems Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Return On Investment, System Configuration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    858 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algae Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Regulatory Requirements, Sustainability Standards, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Product Development, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology

    4.8
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    616 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Data Structures

    4.6
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    329 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Peer Review, Research Design, Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Research, Probability, Quantitative Research, Analytics, Probability Distribution, Analysis, Logistic Regression, Report Writing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    265 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI Advance Fine-Tuning for LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Biology: Ecology

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Biology, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Langchain and Langgraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, Embeddings, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, OpenAI API, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence, Vector Databases, User Interface (UI)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Factorial and Fractional Factorial Designs

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Variance Analysis, Data Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    JSON and Natural Language Processing in PostgreSQL

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, JSON, Text Mining, Database Systems, SQL, Databases, Natural Language Processing, Database Management, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Storage, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Verification and Synthesis of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, Automation, Theoretical Computer Science, Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Model Evaluation, System Requirements, Simulations, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    ChatGPT for Beginners: Using AI for Market Research

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Market Research, Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Generative AI, Content Marketing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
  • Algae Biotechnology: University of California San Diego
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • Data Literacy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
  • Generative AI Advance Fine-Tuning for LLMs : IBM
  • Introduction to Biology: Ecology: Rice University
  • Langchain and Langgraph: Packt
  • Factorial and Fractional Factorial Designs: Arizona State University
  • JSON and Natural Language Processing in PostgreSQL: University of Michigan

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