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      Illinois Tech

      Bayesian Computational Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, R Programming, Numerical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Markov Model, Probability, Simulations, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, File Management, Debugging

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Responsible AI, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Algorithms

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      离散数学

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Computer Science, Algorithms, Computer Networking, Network Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Probability

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Store, Problem Management, Program Development, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómputo evolutivo

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Program Development

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithmic Toolbox

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Ball State University

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Scripting, NumPy, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript 4: Create & Deploy

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Application Development, Code Review, Software Development, Prototyping, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Engineering, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Version Control, Programming Principles, Program Management

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Algorithms, File Management, Operating Systems, Program Development, Debugging

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming II: Create Your Own Models in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Mathematical Modeling, NumPy, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Environmental Science, Scientific Visualization, Matplotlib, Simulations, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mechanics

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Bayesian Computational Statistics: Illinois Tech
    • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
    • Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics: University of California, Davis
    • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
    • 离散数学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions: University of Colorado System
    • Cómputo evolutivo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
    • Introduction to Programming: Ball State University
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 4: Create & Deploy: University of Glasgow

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