Embedded systems courses can help you learn programming languages like C and C++, real-time operating systems, hardware interfacing, and system design principles. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing performance, and integrating sensors and actuators into devices. Many courses introduce tools such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, which are commonly used for prototyping, along with simulation software that aids in testing and validating system behavior.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Brute-force attacks, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Data Integrity, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Information Assurance, Authentications, Data Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Threat Modeling, Communication Systems, Algorithms, Digital Communications
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Civil Procedures, Court Systems, Political Sciences, Case Law, Public Safety and National Security, Jury Trial, Social Justice, Governance, Case Studies, Health Policy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Finance, Financial Market, General Finance, Peer Review, Financial Systems, International Finance, Business Mathematics, Financial Management, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Economics, Cash Flows, Economic Development, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Android Studio, Android (Operating System), Application Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, UI Components, Java, Development Environment, Authorization (Computing), Application Lifecycle Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Version Control, Collaborative Software, Data Entry, Data Management, Data Analysis Software, Change Control, Data Sharing, Data Import/Export, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Informatics, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Systems Analysis, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Interoperability, Data Literacy, Data Sharing, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Cloud API, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Accounts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Software Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Differential Equations, Physics, Electrical Systems, Materials science, Integral Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Electronic Components, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Visualization
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Technology Strategies, Change Management, Information Technology, Governance, Portfolio Management, Project Portfolio Management, Investment Management, System Implementation, Resource Allocation, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Resource Consumption Accounting, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Salesforce
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Intercultural Competence, Time Management, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Salesforce, Writing, Productivity, Sales Prospecting, Cold Calling, Growth Mindedness, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Sales
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Electronic Components, Robotics, Programming Principles, Prototyping, Automation, Software Installation, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Integrated Development Environments, Program Development, Display Devices, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Google Workspace, Data Sharing, Data Integration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours