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    Study chemical engineering principles for designing and optimizing chemical processes. Learn about reaction engineering, process design, and chemical plant operations.

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    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Evidence-based Toxicology

      Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Environmental Science, Research, Safety Assurance, Scientific Methods, Laboratory Research, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Epidemiology, Risk Analysis, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Basic Electrical Systems

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Columbia University

      The Construction Industry: The Way Forward

      Skills you'll gain: Construction, Business Transformation, Innovation, Architecture and Construction, Construction Management, Workforce Development, Civil Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Building Information Modeling, Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainability Reporting, Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      359 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Essentials of Sensory Science

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Product Testing, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Laboratory Experience, Consumer Behaviour, Scientific Methods, Systems Of Measurement, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Target Market, Quality Assessment, Human Factors, Marketing Psychology, Anatomy, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Psychology, Biology, Neurology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      HTML and CSS: Building a Single-Page Website

      Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Front-End Web Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      535 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Gestión integral del riesgo de desastres

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Mitigation, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Policy Development, Governance, Vulnerability, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      311 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Dartmouth College

      C Programming: Getting Started - 1

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Embedded Software, Debugging, Development Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      247 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      K

      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Basic Vibrations

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      515 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Java Enterprise Edition

      Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Application Servers, Java, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Development, Web Development, Web Servers, Application Frameworks, Scripting, Middleware, Server Side, Javascript and jQuery, Data Storage, Apache Tomcat, Enterprise Architecture, Data Sharing, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Model View Controller

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      210 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      EIT Digital

      Mastering Digital Twins

      Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Digital Transformation, Internet Of Things, Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Communications, Product Development, Real Time Data, Business Technologies, Operational Efficiency, Simulation and Simulation Software, Emerging Technologies

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      441 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera

      Navigating Generative AI: A CEO Playbook

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Organizational Change, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Data Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Change Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Ethics, Employee Training, Risk Management, Customer experience improvement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      86 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Snowflake Schema, Databricks, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Processing, DevOps, Data Transformation, SQL

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      51 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chemical engineering courses

    • Evidence-based Toxicology: Johns Hopkins University
    • Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Construction Industry: The Way Forward: Columbia University
    • Essentials of Sensory Science: University of California, Davis
    • HTML and CSS: Building a Single-Page Website: Coursera Project Network
    • Gestión integral del riesgo de desastres: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • C Programming: Getting Started - 1: Dartmouth College
    • Introduction to Basic Vibrations: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Java Enterprise Edition: LearnQuest
    • Mastering Digital Twins: EIT Digital

    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.‎

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