• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Parallel Computing

    Parallel Computing Courses Online

    Learn parallel computing for high-performance computing applications. Understand how to design and implement parallel algorithms.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Build job-relevant skills in under 2 hours with hands-on tutorials.
    Learn from top instructors with graded assignments, videos, and discussion forums.
    Learn a new tool or skill in an interactive, hands-on environment.
    Get in-depth knowledge of a subject by completing a series of courses and projects.
    Earn career credentials from industry leaders that demonstrate your expertise.
    Earn career credentials while taking courses that count towards your Master’s degree.
    Earn your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree online for a fraction of the cost of in-person learning.
    Earn a university-issued career credential in a flexible, interactive format.

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Explore the Parallel Computing Course Catalog

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Natural Language Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Markov Model, Text Mining, Dimensionality Reduction, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Linear Algebra, Data Cleansing, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I
      I

      Multiple educators

      IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Services, Security Controls, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Information Assurance, Peripheral Devices, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, Computing Platforms, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      13K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, HTML and CSS, Node.JS, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Server Side, MongoDB, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, React Redux, NoSQL, Kubernetes, Restful API, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Cloud Applications, Containerization, Ajax, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      7.3K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Java Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Prompt Engineering, HTML and CSS, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Hibernate (Java), Database Design, Docker (Software), Containerization, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Software Design, Microservices, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Large Language Modeling, Spring Boot, Object-Relational Mapping, Java Programming, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      5.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Stanford University

      Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Model, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Probability & Statistics, Network Routing, Probability, Operations Research, Design Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      5.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Cybersecurity Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, IT Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Endpoint Security, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Linux, Computer Security Incident Management, Database Management, Network Security, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      26K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Desktop Support, Linux, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Linux Administration, Remote Access Systems, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, User Accounts, Systems Administration, Technical Support and Services, File Management, Linux Commands, Software Installation, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Virtualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Data Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, SQL, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Data Security, Linux Commands, Data Migration, Database Design, Data Governance, MySQL, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Store

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.6K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Back-end JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, HTML and CSS, Node.JS, Containerization, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Server Side, MongoDB, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, Kubernetes, Restful API, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Cloud Applications, GitHub, Serverless Computing, Ajax, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6.9K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Network Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Middleware, Software-Defined Networking, Data Store, NoSQL, Cloud Platforms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      Mathematics for Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Feature Engineering, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Data Science, Advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      AI For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Market Opportunities, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Team Building, Machine Learning, Strategic Thinking, Data Science, Needs Assessment, Deep Learning, Business Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Engineering Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Parallel Computing learners also search

    Technology
    Emerging Technologies
    Embedded
    Blockchain
    Meta
    Embedded Systems
    GPU
    Kubernetes
    1234…284

    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular parallel computing courses

    • Natural Language Processing: DeepLearning.AI
    • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: ISC2
    • IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer: IBM
    • IBM Java Developer: IBM
    • Algorithms: Stanford University
    • IBM Cybersecurity Analyst: IBM
    • Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User: Google
    • IBM Data Architecture: IBM
    • IBM Back-end JavaScript Developer: IBM
    • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

    Programming Language (34)
    Google (25)
    Computer Program (21)
    Software Testing (21)
    Web (19)
    Google Cloud Platform (18)
    Application Programming Interfaces (17)
    Data Structure (16)
    Problem Solving (14)
    Object-oriented Programming (13)
    Kubernetes (10)
    List & Label (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Parallel Computing

    Parallel computing is the design, study, and process of using algorithms to make multiple computers solve computational problems simultaneously. In parallel computing, problems are split up into several parts for more than two computers to work on at the same time. These parts each have their own set of instructions that are executed on multiple central processing units (CPUs).

    Parallel computing speeds up problem-solving in computational learning. Previously, most computations were done individually by software written for use on a single computer with one CPU. This meant that only one instruction could be executed at any time.‎

    It's important to learn about parallel computing because it is the primary system used by programmers today to increase computation power for faster application problem solving and processing power. From multi-core personal computers to supercomputers, parallel computing is what is driving the core processing power.

    A processor is the computing power that drives your phone, laptop, and tablet. With more power in the processor, applications will run faster and better on your mobile device. Even smartphones are using multicore processing power, with some up to four and eight cores. Parallel computing helps to make this possible. This alone makes parallel computing worth knowing about for its current device applications and also its growing importance into the future.‎

    Learning parallel computing can bring you into careers as a parallel programming architect, a software engineer, or a high performance computing engineer. Many companies are looking for computing talents who can deliver and innovate in the graphics and parallel computing fields.

    Companies are continually looking to develop new parallel programming models for their GPU architecture. This is where learning about parallel computing can help you to succeed. By gaining new knowledge for creating new infrastructures and new architectures in parallel computing, you can play a part in advancing the state-of-the-art graphics performance in parallel programming models.‎

    When you take online courses about parallel computing, you will understand programming, software development, and computational power more clearly. You will study topics like data-parallel programs, how to express the functions of common parallel algorithms, and how to write and use parallel code in programs that use parallel collections to achieve higher computational performance. In these courses, industry experts will teach you not just how parallel computing works in relation to modern GPU architecture, but also how you can use your knowledge base to advance your careers in our increasingly digital world.‎

    Online Parallel Computing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Parallel Computing skills. Choose from a wide range of Parallel Computing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Parallel Computing, 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.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Manage Cookie Preferences
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok