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 Washington

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Network Model, Matlab, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Computer Science, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Linear Algebra, Information Architecture, Differential Equations, Probability & Statistics

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    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms

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    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Structures, Data Storage

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Logical Reasoning, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Data Structures, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Analytical Skills, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Network Model, Network Analysis, Arithmetic, Probability

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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

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    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Simulations, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Game Design, Algorithms, Machine Learning

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

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    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Student Engagement, Algorithms, Diversity Awareness, Pedagogy, Facebook, Mathematics Education, Instructional Strategies, Programming Principles, Teaching, Education and Training, Data Storage, Software Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, Lesson Planning, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Social Network Analysis, User Experience

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

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    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Computer Literacy, Geographic Information Systems, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Mobile Development, Culture, Algorithms, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis Software

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