University of California, San Diego Courses

Big Data Modeling and Management Systems

3027 ratings at Coursera

Explore techniques for handling diverse data types, from real-time streams to semi-structured formats. Learn to select appropriate models and management systems for big data challenges.

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• 14 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Comparing Genes, Proteins, and Genomes (Bioinformatics III)

140 ratings at Coursera

Explore genome comparison techniques, from aligning genes to analyzing large-scale mutations. Learn dynamic programming and combinatorial algorithms to study species evolution and genome fragility.

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• 22 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

94 ratings at Coursera

Explore genomic data clustering techniques for gene expression analysis and human migration patterns. Learn algorithms for data point grouping and dimensionality reduction using principal components analysis.

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• 9-10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

701 ratings at Coursera

Explore advanced algorithms for network flows, linear programming, NP-complete problems, and streaming. Learn to solve complex computational challenges and optimize real-world systems efficiently.

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• 1 day 3 hours 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Advanced Data Structures in Java

1242 ratings at Coursera

Explore advanced data structures and algorithms for real-world problem-solving, focusing on graphs and their applications in route planning, network optimization, and resource allocation.

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• 1 day 5 hours 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

596 ratings at Coursera

Learn to design, conduct, and analyze user-centered experiments for evaluating UX, IxD, and HCI. Gain practical skills in R programming to statistically validate designs through real-world examples and hands-on data analysis.

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• 15 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Bioinformatics Capstone: Big Data in Biology

29 ratings at Coursera

Explore BaseSpace platform for bioinformatics applications: genome assembly, RNA-Seq analysis, and sequencing comparisons. Optional: Build your own genome assembler for real-world data.

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• 12 hours 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

2287 ratings at Coursera

Develop critical thinking skills for computer science through induction, recursion, logic, and invariants. Solve interactive puzzles to grasp key concepts in algorithms, data science, and machine learning.

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• 1 day 17 hours 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals

1 rating

Explore nested if/else statements and compound conditionals through real-world examples, hands-on programming, and classroom discussions. Develop debugging skills and address equity in K-12 CS education.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

353 ratings at Coursera

Learn to assemble genomes using computational methods, from simple viruses to complex bacteria like E. coli X. Develop programming skills to analyze DNA sequencing data and solve real-world bioinformatics challenges.

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• 17 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Basic Data Processing and Visualization

200 ratings at Coursera

Learn what a data product is and go through several Python libraries to perform data retrieval, processing, and visualization.

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• 10 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Drug Commercialization

1354 ratings at Coursera

Explore drug commercialization strategies, including pharmacoeconomics, marketing, intellectual property, portfolio management, and strategic alliances. Learn from industry experts about launching and managing pharmaceutical products.

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• 13 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

User Experience: Research & Prototyping

906 ratings at Coursera

Learn user experience design through research, ideation, synthesis, and prototyping techniques. Gain practical skills to understand user needs, generate ideas, analyze data, and create effective prototypes for meaningful design solutions.

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• 11 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Social Computing

820 ratings at Coursera

Explore social computing's impact on online collaboration, learn strategies for successful digital communities, and discover how technology enhances human connection beyond face-to-face interactions.

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• 9 hours 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Input and Interaction

721 ratings at Coursera

Learn to design effective input techniques and interaction models based on human motor performance, perception, and cognition for both traditional and gestural interfaces.

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• 9 hours 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course