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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Averaged-Switch Modeling and Simulation

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Power, Engineering Analysis, Systems Analysis

      4.8
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Core Java for Complete Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Java, Java Programming, Software Design Patterns, Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Architecture, Debugging, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Software Development, Secure Coding, Maintainability, Software Design, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Test Case, Program Development, Authentications, Application Security, Mathematical Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Automation, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Lead Generation, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Insights, Customer Retention, Business Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Paid media, Growth Strategies, Campaign Management, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Automation, Advertising Campaigns, Google Analytics, UI/UX Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      SAFe Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Agile Product Development, Process Improvement and Optimization, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Measurement, Quality Assurance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Team Management, Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Risk Management, Continuous Integration, Kanban Principles, Release Management, User Story

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics, Course 4: Robot Motion Planning and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Virtual Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Linear Algebra

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Applied Calculus with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42 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, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

      4.1
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Carnegie Mellon University

      Statistical Thermodynamics: Molecules to Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Probability Distribution

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Effective Inventory Management and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management System, Customer Demand Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Cost Reduction, Cost Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Averaged-Switch Modeling and Simulation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning: University at Buffalo
    • Core Java for Complete Beginners: LearnKartS
    • Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy : Starweaver
    • Strategic Digital Marketing Channels - SEO & SEM: Simplilearn
    • SAFe Fundamentals: Board Infinity
    • Modern Robotics, Course 4: Robot Motion Planning and Control: Northwestern University
    • Applied Calculus with Python: Johns Hopkins University
    • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
    • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington

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