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    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of California, Davis

      Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety Assurance, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Failure Analysis, Accident Prevention, Risk Analysis, Engineering Practices, Risk Control, Engineering Analysis, Pollution Prevention, Equipment Design, Environmental Engineering, Reliability, Engineering Calculations, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
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      203 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Concrete Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Documentation, Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Engineering Practices, Construction, Construction Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Design Specifications, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis, Estimation, Technical Standard

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Operations Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Warehouse Management, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Business Operations, Materials Management, Inventory Management System, Transportation Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Systems, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Business Metrics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      524 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, System Programming, Linux, Operating Systems, File Systems, Shell Script, Debugging, OS Process Management, Build Tools, C and C++, Cross Platform Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Advanced Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Threat Management, Firewall, Security Management, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Monitoring, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Infrastructure Security

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Semiconductor Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Physics, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      601 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Databases, Dashboard, Business Process Management, SQL, Star Schema, Data Governance, Data Integration, Oracle Databases, Performance Measurement, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Analytics, MicroStrategy, Data Visualization Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Mitigation, Governance, Financial Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Systems Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Environmental Resource Management, Civil Engineering, Prioritization, Economic Development

      4.6
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      212 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Medical Neuroscience

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Medical Science and Research, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Pharmacology

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Spacecraft Dynamics and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Vibrations, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Differential Equations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Matlab

      4.8
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      427 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Snowflake

      Advanced Data Engineering with Snowflake

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Data Pipelines, DevOps, CI/CD, Command-Line Interface, Version Control, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Project for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Software Design, Embedded Systems, System Design and Implementation, Performance Testing, Software Documentation, Linux, Code Review, Computer Vision, Debugging

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular embedded systems courses

    • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
    • Concrete Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech
    • Supply Chain Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Network Security: LearnQuest
    • Semiconductor Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence: University of Colorado System
    • Natural Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University
    • Spacecraft Dynamics and Control: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Embedded Systems?

    Embedded systems are specialized computing units built into devices to control functions in everything from smartphones and cars to medical equipment and industrial machines. They combine hardware and software to perform real-time tasks reliably and efficiently. Learning embedded systems can help you develop in-demand skills for engineering, robotics, and smart technology innovation.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Embedded Systems

    Popular embedded systems courses include Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments from the University of Colorado Boulder and An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IoT) Specialization from UC Irvine. These cover C programming, microcontrollers, real-time systems, and IoT applications.‎

    Yes. Many embedded systems courses offer a free audit option. You can access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how embedded systems work, how to program microcontrollers, and how to interact with hardware using C/C++, sensors, and real-time operating systems. Some courses also cover system design, debugging, and building IoT-connected devices.‎

    Some basic programming knowledge—especially in C or C++—is helpful, but many beginner-friendly courses introduce these skills as part of the curriculum. You'll also gain hands-on experience through simulations or hardware-based projects.‎

    Yes. Embedded systems are used in industries like automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and robotics. Learning these skills through Coursera can help prepare you for roles in embedded software development, IoT engineering, and firmware programming.‎

    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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