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    Data engineering courses can help you learn how to design, build, and maintain data systems and pipelines that support analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence.

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Foundations of Modern Mining

      Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Requirements, Project Closure, Operational Analysis, Plant Operations and Management, Operational Efficiency, Environment and Resource Management, Manufacturing and Production, Natural Resource Management, Material Handling, Prospecting and Qualification, Environmental Monitoring

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Continuous Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Integration Testing, DevOps, Secure Coding, Systems Integration, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Development Environment, Maintainability, GitHub, Automation, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Project Scoping, Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Project Performance, Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Postman Tutorial: Getting Started with API Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Postman API Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Testing, Restful API, Development Environment, Collaborative Software, Web Development Tools, JSON, Data Import/Export, Authentications

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Seaweeds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Product Development, Food and Beverage, Natural Resource Management, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy, Manufacturing and Production, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of Computer Hardware and Storage

      Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Hardware Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Networking Hardware, Linux, System Software, File Systems, Information Technology, Microsoft Windows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
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      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Mitigation, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Process Mapping, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Scope Management, Business Requirements, Presentations, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Looker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Data Analysis Software, Operational Analysis, Dashboard, IBM Cognos Analytics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Using Data for Healthcare Improvement

      Skills you'll gain: Run Chart, Qualitative Research, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quantitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Systems Of Measurement, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Introduction of Pile Foundation

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

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Illinois Tech

      Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Architecture, Computer Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción al deep learning contemporáneo

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data engineering courses

    • Foundations of Modern Mining: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Continuous Integration: University of California, Davis
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Postman Tutorial: Getting Started with API Testing: Packt
    • Introduction to Seaweeds: University of California San Diego
    • Foundations of Computer Hardware and Storage: Packt
    • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills : IBM
    • Using Data for Healthcare Improvement: Imperial College London
    • Introduction of Pile Foundation: L&T EduTech
    • Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone: Illinois Tech

    Why Learn Data Engineering?

    Data engineering focuses on preparing and structuring data so it can be accessed and analyzed efficiently. It involves working with databases, cloud platforms, ETL processes, and big data tools. Learning data engineering can help you manage complex data workflows, ensure data quality, and support data-driven decision-making in tech-driven organizations.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

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    Application Programming Interfaces (17)
    Data Structure (16)
    Problem Solving (14)
    Object-oriented Programming (13)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Data Engineering

    Top courses include the Data Engineering Foundations from IBM, Introduction to Data Engineering with DeepLearning.AI, and Data Engineering, Big Data, and Machine Learning on GCP from Google Cloud. These programs teach how to design, build, and manage data pipelines using modern tools and cloud platforms.‎

    Yes. Many data engineering courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to build and manage data processing systems, work with data warehouses and data lakes, use tools like SQL, Apache Spark, and Airflow, and understand how to design reliable and scalable data pipelines.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses start with the fundamentals and explain data engineering concepts clearly. However, some familiarity with programming and data analysis can be helpful as you progress to more advanced topics.‎

    Yes. Data engineering is a fast-growing field with high demand in tech, finance, healthcare, and many other industries. Coursera’s data engineering courses can help you build job-ready skills, prepare for certification exams, and earn certificates that showcase your expertise to employers.‎

    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.

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