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Cognitive Science Courses

Cognitive Science courses can help you learn about human perception, language processing, decision-making, and neural networks. You can build skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and experimental design, which are vital for understanding how the mind works. Many courses introduce tools like Python for data analysis, statistical software for research, and simulation programs to model cognitive processes, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.


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    Google

    Google サイバーセキュリティ

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Relational Databases, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Bash (Scripting Language), Cloud Security, Stakeholder Communications, Network Architecture, Security Awareness, Debugging, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF)

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Linux Foundation

    Linux Tools for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Scripting, Software Development Tools, File Management, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming, Java, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Introduction to Abnormal Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Psychological Evaluations, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Interpersonal Communications, Clinical Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cyber Attacks, Key Management, Infrastructure Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Authentications, Mobile Security, Data Integrity, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Getting started with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Analítica y ciencia de datos para negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Business Analytics, Dimensionality Reduction, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Anomaly Detection, Project Management Life Cycle, Databases, R (Software), Feature Engineering, R Programming, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Science, Big Data, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Supervised Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Performance Tuning, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Data Access, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Hardware, Development Environment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Maintainability, System Configuration, Development Environment, Peripheral Devices

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives

    Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Feasibility Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Monitoring, Sustainability Reporting, Project Accounting, Project Finance, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Verification And Validation, Estimation, Data Collection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cognitive science courses

  • Google サイバーセキュリティ: Google
  • Linux Tools for Developers: The Linux Foundation
  • Introduction to Abnormal Psychology: Wesleyan University
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of London
  • Getting started with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Analítica y ciencia de datos para negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS : University of California, Davis
  • Generative AI Engineering and Fine-Tuning Transformers: IBM
  • Linear Algebra: Linear Systems and Matrix Equations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University

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