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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      FPGA Softcore Processors and IP Acquisition

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development, Integrated Development Environments, Functional Design, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Computer Architecture, Software Development Tools, System Design and Implementation, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Simulations, System Configuration

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Financial Forecasting and Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Budgeting, Project Risk Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Forecasting, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Management, Cash Flows, Financial Market

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Starweaver

      IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™ (ECBA™) Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Performance Improvement, Verification And Validation, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, User Story, Prioritization, Governance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Network Monitoring, Containerization, Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, Application Deployment, Data Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Engineering, System Monitoring, Application Performance Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Magnetics for Power Electronic Converters

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Mathematical Modeling, Technical Design, Thermal Management, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Design of High-Performance Optical Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Technical Design, Image Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Design Software, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Design Process, Physics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Getting Started with Front-End and Web Development

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, WordPress, Web Applications, Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Servers, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, Content Management Systems

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      328 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Jenkins, DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Delivery, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, Application Deployment, Unit Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      211 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Introduction to Meteor.js Development

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Development, Database Application, User Accounts, Application Security, Package and Software Management, Javascript, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Learn React

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      EIT Digital

      Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, Android Development, Software Systems, Interoperability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Usability

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      250 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Differential Calculus through Data and Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Modeling, Estimation, Graphing, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Algebra, Trigonometry, Cost Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Data Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Analysis, Derivatives, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      344 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    • FPGA Softcore Processors and IP Acquisition: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Financial Forecasting and Reporting: University of Colorado Boulder
    • IIBA® Entry Certificate in Business Analysisâ„¢ (ECBAâ„¢) Exam Prep: Starweaver
    • Exam Prep AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate: Whizlabs
    • Magnetics for Power Electronic Converters: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design of High-Performance Optical Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Getting Started with Front-End and Web Development: IBM
    • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD): IBM
    • Introduction to Meteor.js Development : University of London
    • Learn React: Scrimba

    Frequently Asked Questions about Chemical Engineering

    Chemical engineering is the scientific field that deals with producing and manufacturing chemical products. Engineers in this discipline work to develop new chemical compounds and products as well as to improve existing chemicals. Chemical engineers also design the equipment and plants that manufacture chemical products. You can see chemical engineering at work in the energy sector, the pharmaceutical industry, and the food science field, among other areas of study. If you choose chemical engineering as a career, you'll work with more than just chemistry—you'll call upon knowledge of biology, physics, and mathematics as well.‎

    Chemical engineering is a rewarding field of work that makes a difference in people's lives. You can help develop innovative new materials or make discoveries that improve current products. As you study chemical engineering, you'll develop a wide range of knowledge and skills, and what you learn can take you in multiple career directions. Chemical engineers can work for large or small corporations and make good money doing what they love.‎

    When you have a thorough knowledge of chemical engineering, you can find work in a number of engineering and scientific fields. You'll find chemical engineering jobs in laboratories or in factories, as well as in multiple industries. Chemical engineers put their skills to work in the petroleum industry, the mining sector, and the pharmaceutical field. Municipal departments like waste management and water and sewer agencies also need chemical engineers. You can also help develop new products and materials if you have a background in chemical engineering.‎

    When you take online courses on Coursera, you can start with a general chemistry course or branch out to more specialized subjects like materials science, energy production, and nuclear power facility construction. Courses can help you learn about natural gas, nuclear power plants, chemical biology, and renewable energy as well.‎

    Online Chemical Engineering courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Chemical Engineering skills. With a wide range of Chemical Engineering classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Chemical Engineering career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Chemical Engineering, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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