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Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling

393 ratings at Coursera

Explore calculus through real-world data analysis and modeling. Learn to interpret and communicate results using scientific computing, covering topics from functions to differential equations and optimization.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Ghent University ;  Flemish Institute for Technological Research;  Lund University;  Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland;  National Technical University of Athens;  TU Delft;  EIT RawMaterials

Circular Economy - Sustainable Materials Management

2085 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable materials management, circular business models, eco-design, policies, and societal changes for a circular economy. Gain practical skills and insights from European experts.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

University at Buffalo;  SUNY

Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis

1212 ratings at Coursera

Learn to analyze manufacturing processes, collect and prepare data, and use computational platforms to improve product quality and reduce costs in industrial environments.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

1216 ratings at Coursera

Explore nanotechnology and nanosensors, covering fundamental principles, nanomaterials, and novel sensing applications. Gain interdisciplinary knowledge to understand fabrication, characterization, and manipulation of nanoscale technologies.

• Coursera
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

IIT Roorkee;  NPTEL

Refrigeration And Air-conditioning

7 ratings

Fundamentals of refrigeration and air-conditioning, covering cycles, psychrometry, comfort, and indoor environment health. Suitable for beginners in mechanical engineering and architecture.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• Available until Sep 11, 2026
• Free Online Course

IIT Guwahati;  NPTEL

Solid-Fluid Operations

7 ratings

Explore particle technology, covering size reduction, fluidization, separation, and nanoparticles. Gain practical knowledge for handling and processing powders in various engineering disciplines.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Drilling and Completing Oil and Natural Gas Wells - 10-Minute Take

9 ratings

Discover the process of drilling and completing oil and natural gas wells in this concise 10-minute overview by Diana Gragg from Stanford University's Understand Energy initiative.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Genomics: Decoding the Universal Language of Life

331 ratings at Coursera

Explore the universal language of life through genomics, uncovering its role in disease prevention, sustainable agriculture, and environmental protection. Gain insights from diverse experts in biology, physics, and computer science.

• Coursera
• 1 day 15 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

DNA - Mammoths, Neanderthals, and Your Ancestors

1 rating

Explore ancient DNA's role in understanding human evolution, from mammoths to Neanderthals, with leading experts discussing genetic research, anthropology, and the implications for our ancestral history.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

An Introduction to Climate Change and Human Rights

7 ratings

Explore the intersection of climate change and human rights, examining mitigation, adaptation, and addressing impacts on vulnerable populations. Gain tools for understanding and action.

• UN CC:e-Learn
• 3-4 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Transformation of the Global Food System

1005 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable food systems through four key areas: supporting small-scale farmers, transforming large-scale agriculture, reducing food waste, and promoting smarter eating habits to feed a growing global population.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Management of Urban Infrastructures – part 1

804 ratings at Coursera

Explore principles for managing urban infrastructures to build sustainable, resilient, and efficient cities. Learn about energy and transport systems, stakeholder management, and key challenges facing urban areas.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

355 ratings at Coursera

Explore extracellular vesicles: nomenclature, biogenesis, cargo, isolation, and characterization. Learn collection techniques for various body fluids and cutting-edge analysis methods in this comprehensive introduction.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

1477 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of solar PV systems, covering design, economics, and regulations for engineers, architects, and inspectors. Ideal for those pursuing careers in renewable energy.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design

726 ratings at Coursera

Learn to acquire GIS data, evaluate metadata, prepare datasets, geocode addresses, and design effective maps using cartographic principles. Create your own quantitative map in the final project.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course