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      University of Colorado Boulder

      BiteSize Python for Intermediate Learners

      Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Seaborn, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, NumPy, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Software Documentation, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Box Plots, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Histogram, Data Manipulation, Maintainability

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis in Python: Using Pandas DataFrames

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), JSON, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Gameplay en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Animations, Computer Graphics, Scripting, C# (Programming Language)

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Foundations en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, Docker (Software), Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Systems Architecture, Command-Line Interface

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      171 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Sungkyunkwan University

      Fundamentals of CNNs and RNNs

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Natural Language Processing, Network Architecture, Machine Learning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Design Basics of Steel Buildings

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Calculations

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Ideation, Product Design, Timelines, Persona Development, Product Planning, Product Development, Collaborative Software, User Centered Design, Innovation, Collaboration, Teamwork

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Justice, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Environmental Regulations, Policy Development, Vulnerability

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      LearnQuest

      Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Real Time Data

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Introduction to Data Science Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Histogram, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Forecasting, Data Mining, Bayesian Statistics, Decision Tree Learning, R Programming, Machine Learning, Data Visualization

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Workflow Automation using Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process Automation, Business Process Improvement, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Workflow Management, Marketing Automation, Automation, Generative AI, Blogs, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Social Media Content, Content Creation

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      Arizona State University

      Material Extrusion

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Research, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • BiteSize Python for Intermediate Learners: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Analysis in Python: Using Pandas DataFrames: Coursera Project Network
    • Gameplay en videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Foundations en Español: Google Cloud
    • Fundamentals of CNNs and RNNs: Sungkyunkwan University
    • Design Basics of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
    • Create a Product Design Brainstorming with Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks: LearnQuest
    • Introduction to Data Science Techniques: Illinois Tech

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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