The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Courses

Mastering Statics

45 ratings

Learn fundamental mechanics principles to analyze forces in structures, applicable across engineering disciplines and beyond. Gain practical skills in static analysis through interactive lightboard lectures.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific

35 ratings

Explore advanced monetary policy implementation in Asia-Pacific economies, focusing on liquidity management, macroeconomic stability, and exchange rate dynamics. Gain analytical skills for policy and market analysis.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

25 ratings

Explore China's economic transformation since 1978, examining key reforms, growth sources, and integration into the global economy. Gain insights into current challenges and future prospects.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction to Semiconductors, PN Junctions and Bipolar Junction Transistors

25 ratings

This online course uses engaging animations to help you visualize the operating principles of many common semiconductor devices. The course covers PN junctions, photodiodes, solar cells, light-emitting diodes, metal-semiconductor contact, and Bipolar Jun…

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

19 ratings

Explore China's social dynamics from 1700-2000 through data analysis. Gain insights on inequality, opportunity, and social mobility in imperial and contemporary China, challenging Western-centric historical perspectives.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Chinese Politics Part 2 – China and the World

18 ratings

Explore China's global engagement since 1978, examining its economic opening, resource acquisition, talent recruitment, and evolving international relations, particularly with the US and Asia-Pacific region.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Ergonomics in Design

15 ratings

The course is designed to provide a basic understanding of ergonomics in design through the introduction of human anatomy, anthropometry, and modeling techniques with the aim of improving safety, productivity, comfort and health of people.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 5-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Calculus for Engineers

10 ratings

Master university-level calculus tailored for engineers, covering precalculus, derivatives, integrals, Taylor series, and practical applications through concise videos and practice problems.

• Coursera
• 1 day 7 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

9 ratings

Capstone project applying computational fluid dynamics to calculate fluid flow around a cylinder. Includes MATLAB programming assignments and requires prior knowledge in advanced mathematics.

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

A System View of Communications: From Signals to Packets (Part 1)

8 ratings

Explore the tradeoffs in designing communication systems like mobile phones, and the engineering tools to handle them.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 4-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 2

61 ratings at Coursera

Explore China's modern history through data analysis, examining population behavior, mortality, marriage, and reproduction in comparison to Western experiences.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Career Certificate

FinTech: Finance Industry Transformation and Regulation

995 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive exploration of FinTech's impact on finance, covering foundations, security, risk management, and societal implications. Ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding and decision-making skills in this transformative field.

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

My Favorite Lectures @ HKUST

2 ratings

Showcasing exceptional teaching through favorite lectures by HKUST's Michael G. Gale Medal recipients. Explore creative sound design, deterministic processes in life, Chinese romantic love, and computer networking concepts.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

English for Effective Business Speaking

710 ratings at Coursera

This course aims to improve your Business English speaking skills by developing your use of vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, spoken communication skills within a Business context, and your ability to deliver professional business speeches for specific…

• Coursera
• 21 hours 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

FinTech Disruptive Innovation: Implications for Society

113 ratings at Coursera

Explore FinTech's disruptive impact on finance, society, and careers. Analyze innovation trends, predict market changes, and develop strategies for professional success in the evolving financial landscape.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course