Purdue University Courses

Probability: Distribution Models & Continuous Random Variables

Learn about probability distribution models, including normal distribution, and continuous random variables to prepare for a career in information and data science.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Fundamentals of Transistors

This course develops a simple framework for understanding the essential physics of transistors, including modern nanoscale transistors. Important technology considerations and circuit applications are also discussed.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 8-9 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Career Certificate

Nanoscience and Technology

Explore nanoscale electronic and photonic devices, from transistors to lasers, and their applications in modern technology. Gain insights into quantum mechanics and cutting-edge nanotechnology research.

• edX
• 32 weeks, 7-8 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $4,833.00
• 6 courses

Career Certificate

Structural Design

Comprehensive structural engineering program covering steel-concrete composites, steel design, connections, and prestressed concrete, emphasizing practical applications and industry-relevant skills.

• edX
• 41 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $4,500.00
• 6 courses

Big Data for Reliability and Security

This course teaches the principles and practices of big data for improving the reliability and the security of computing systems. It exemplifies the principles through real-world examples and provides challenging programming problems based on novel datas…

• edX
• 6 weeks, 6-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Quantum Detectors and Sensors

Learn how to analyze and design quantum sensors and devices that extract maximal information from the world around us.

• edX
• 17 weeks, 6-9 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Applied Quantum Computing I: Fundamentals

Learn the fundamental postulates of quantum mechanics and how they can be mapped onto present-day quantum information processing models, including computation, simulation, optimization, and machine learning.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 7-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Applied Quantum Computing II: Hardware

Learn how present-day material platforms are built to perform quantum information processing tasks.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 7-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Applied Quantum Computing III: Algorithm and Software

Learn domain-specific quantum algorithms and how to run them on present-day quantum hardware.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 7-8 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Career Certificate

Digital Media Analytics

Explore different aspects of digital and social media analytics with this program designed for business professionals.

• FutureLearn
• 15 weeks, 5 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 6 courses

Career Certificate

Quantum Technology: Computing

Explore quantum computing fundamentals, technologies, and applications. Gain hands-on experience programming real quantum systems and learn about emerging quantum technologies in this comprehensive program.

• edX
• 39 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $5,583.00
• 2 courses

Career Certificate

Quantum Technology: Detectors and Networking

Explore quantum detectors, sensors, and networking fundamentals. Gain hands-on experience with quantum computing, covering physics and engineering aspects. Minimal prerequisites required.

• edX
• 38 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• $5,583.00
• 2 courses

Biology

Comprehensive review of college-level biology covering molecular, cellular, organismal, and population biology, designed to prepare students for the CLEP examination and earn college credit.

• Independent
• 4 weeks, 6 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics: Basic Concepts

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Presents key concepts in nanoelectronics and mesoscopic physics and relates them to the traditional view of electron flow in solids.

• edX
• 4 weeks
• Not Currently Offered
• Paid Course

Semiconductor Fundamentals

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From smartphones to satellites, semiconductors are everywhere. Tying together physics, chemistry, and electrical engineering, this easy-to-follow introduction provides the background needed to understand devices such as transistors and solar cells.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 8-9 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Free Online Course