Purdue University Courses

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

AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Loops and Data Structures

Learn Java programming fundamentals including loops, arrays, and recursion. Master essential concepts for AP Computer Science A exam preparation and build a strong foundation in coding.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 5-10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Polymorphism and Advanced Data Structures

Explore advanced Java programming concepts including polymorphism, exceptions, and dynamic data structures. Master OOP strategies and algorithms for efficient coding.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 5-10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

U.S. Government - Foundations, Democracy & Politics

Learn about the Constitution, political processes, and democracy in the United States and prepare for the AP United States Government and Politics examination.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Business Accounting Basics

Learn the basics of the four financial statements to help analyze business investments and make profitable decisions.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

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

Principles of Electronic Biosensors

An in-depth analysis of the origin of extraordinary sensitivity, fundamental limits, and operating principles of modern biosensors.

• edX
• 55 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Classes and Objects

Learn Java programming fundamentals including classes, objects, interfaces, and inheritance. Develop skills for AP Computer Science A exam through hands-on coding and object-oriented design principles.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 8-12 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Plastics in Infrastructure and the Environment

Through this course, students will gain an appreciation of the complexity of issues surrounding polymers in civil and environmental engineering.

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

Career Certificate

Materials Engineering for Intelligent Infrastructure

Explore advanced materials engineering for intelligent infrastructure, covering non-destructive testing, nanotechnology, and innovative sensing techniques for civil and environmental applications.

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

Computational Watershed Hydrology

Learn how to perform hydrologic analysis and modeling using real observations, geospatial data, and computational tools.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 5-6 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

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

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

Semiconductor Fundamentals

2 ratings

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

Fundamentals of Nanoelectronics: Basic Concepts

2 ratings

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