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      Columbia University

      MOS Transistors

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Calculus

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Precalculus: Periodic Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      機器學習基石下 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Algorithmic Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Validation, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Verification And Validation, Feature Engineering, Statistical Methods, Data Transformation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      331 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Machine Learning, Markov Model, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Advanced Calculus

      Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Physics, Derivatives

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Engineering Genetic Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Computational Thinking, Simulations, Biochemistry, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computational Logic, Differential Equations, Software Visualization, Systems Analysis, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Network Dynamics of Social Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Agentic systems, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Simulations, Culture, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      394 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Metric, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Quality, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Validation, Random Forest Algorithm, Resource Utilization, System Requirements

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Explainable AI (XAI)

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Scatter Plots, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Regulations, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Geostatistics, Water Resources, Production Process, Process Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Hydraulics, Emerging Technologies, Geospatial Information and Technology, Equipment Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Applied Kalman Filtering

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Simulations, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Global Positioning Systems, Probability & Statistics, Systems Of Measurement, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning

      Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction Inspection, Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Submittals (Construction), Process Analysis, Document Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      127 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mathematical optimization courses

    • MOS Transistors: Columbia University
    • Precalculus: Periodic Functions: Johns Hopkins University
    • 機器學習基石下 (Machine Learning Foundations)---Algorithmic Foundations: National Taiwan University
    • Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Introduction to Advanced Calculus: The University of Sydney
    • Engineering Genetic Circuits: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Network Dynamics of Social Behavior: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to AI: Key Concepts and Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
    • Hydrocarbon Exploration and Production: L&T EduTech

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