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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Diversity Awareness, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies, Innovation, Communication, Culture, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Systems, Land Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Governance, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Energy and Utilities, Multimedia, Business Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Risking, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Writing, Editing, Computer Literacy, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Generative Model Architectures, Data Maintenance, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Computer Architecture, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Scientific Methods, Statistical Reporting, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drug Development, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Incident Management, Application Security, Encryption, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Deep Learning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Global Positioning Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Estimation, Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Color Theory, Version Control, Typography, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Software Versioning, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, AI Integrations, Application Deployment, Image Quality, Web Development Tools, User Interface (UI) Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months