Computer Science

Computer Science is a discipline that involves the understanding and design of computers and computational processes. Coursera's Computer Science catalogue provides comprehensive knowledge of how computer systems work, from the basic elements of hardware and software to the complex networks that make up the internet. You'll learn about data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, and various programming languages. Further, you'll grasp the principles of machine learning and artificial intelligence, and understand the ethical and legal implications of these technologies. This skill set can enable you to become an effective software engineer, data scientist, system analyst, or IT manager.
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence

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    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic, Computer Science, File Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    476 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Science, Algorithms, Data Structures, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    369 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Hardware, Algorithms, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Performance Testing, Algorithms, Computer Science, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Testing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Software Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    365 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    529 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Graph Theory, Planning, Algorithms, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Real-Time Operating Systems, Control Systems, Systems Of Measurement, Computer Programming, Simulations, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Engineering, Global Positioning Systems, Image Analysis, Linear Algebra, Design

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    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    956 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Programming Principles, System Programming, Computer Programming, Unix, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months