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    University of California San Diego

    Delivery Problem

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data-oriented programming, Operations Research, Python Programming, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    375 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Estimation, Electrical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Performance Tuning, Control Systems, System Requirements

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 4: Robot Motion Planning and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, 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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    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Product Design, Graphic Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    343 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    École Polytechnique

    Initiation à la théorie des distributions

    Skills you'll gain: Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    243 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Systems, Transportation Management, Digital Transformation, Logistics Management, Logistics, Business Technologies, Inventory and Warehousing, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Order Fulfillment, Warehouse Management, Warehouse Operations, Process Optimization, Strategic Thinking, Internet Of Things, Blockchain

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Ingeniería de Tráfico

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Control Systems, Process Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Simulations, Spatial Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    453 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Exploring Quantum Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Physical Science, Vibrations, Semiconductors, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EIT Digital

    Quantitative Formal Modeling and Worst-Case Performance Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Dataflow, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Systems Analysis, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Graph Theory, Technical Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Delivery Problem: University of California San Diego
  • Battery State-of-Charge (SOC) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Drug Hunting: The Science of Making New Medicines: Novartis
  • Modern Robotics, Course 4: Robot Motion Planning and Control: Northwestern University
  • Physics 101 - Energy and Momentum: Rice University
  • SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects: Coursera Project Network
  • Initiation à la théorie des distributions: École Polytechnique
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Supply Chain Digitization: Strategy and Design: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Ingeniería de Tráfico: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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