Embedded systems courses can help you learn programming languages like C and C++, real-time operating systems, hardware interfacing, and system design principles. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing performance, and integrating sensors and actuators into devices. Many courses introduce tools such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi, which are commonly used for prototyping, along with simulation software that aids in testing and validating system behavior.

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Exploit development, Cryptography, Systems Design, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Technical Design, Emerging Technologies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Database Design, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Frameworks, Data Modeling, Database Development, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Development, Database Architecture and Administration, Requirements Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Anomaly Detection, Dimensionality Reduction, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Generative AI, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Natural Language Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, Leadership, Content Creation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Business Process Automation, Automation, Tool Calling, Debugging, Prompt Engineering, Coordination, Prioritization
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Workflow Management, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Agentic systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Leadership, Automation, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Cloud Management, Operating System Administration, Active Directory, Server Administration, Disaster Recovery, Linux Administration, Cloud Infrastructure, Technical Consulting, Windows Servers, Cloud Computing, Network Administration, Data Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Kinesiology, Nephrology, Biology, Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, Neurology, Urinalysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Control Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Systems, Safety Assurance, Test Equipment, Human Factors, Hardware Troubleshooting, Global Positioning Systems, Display Devices, Communication Systems, Engineering, Analysis, Operations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Linux Commands, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months