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    • I

      ISAE-SUPAERO

      Flight mechanics - The basis

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Engineering Analysis, Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      446 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Google AI Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Security Awareness Training, Operational Efficiency, Innovation, Human Machine Interfaces, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Content Creation, Business Ethics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Introduction to Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Data Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Data Warehousing, Data Processing, System Requirements, Extract, Transform, Load, Performance Tuning, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Data Transformation, Scalability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      359 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Design Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      28K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      National Taiwan University

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Engineering Documentation, Data Modeling, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Information Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Rochester

      Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Music, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Systems, Instrumental Music, Vibrations, Equipment Design, Construction, Mechanical Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      582 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Google Prompting Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Storytelling, Ideation, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Business Writing, Presentations, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Human Computer Interaction

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      704 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud DevOps Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Kubernetes, Application Performance Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, System Monitoring, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Identity and Access Management, DevOps, CI/CD, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Management, Service Level Agreement, Safety Culture, Event Monitoring, Culture Transformation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      54K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Prompt Engineering, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Service Level Agreement, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, Microservices

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      59K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Architecting with Google Compute Engine

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Containerization, Cloud Computing, CI/CD, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Service Level Agreement, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, Microservices, Service Level

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      58K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Application Development, CI/CD, Cloud Development, Microservices, Authentications, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Virtual Machines, Generative AI, Cloud API, Prompt Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chemical engineering courses

    • Flight mechanics - The basis: ISAE-SUPAERO
    • Google AI Essentials: Google
    • Introduction to Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI
    • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification : DeepLearning.AI
    • BIM Fundamentals for Engineers: National Taiwan University
    • Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics: University of Rochester
    • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud DevOps Engineer: Google Cloud
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect: Google Cloud

    Frequently Asked Questions about Chemical Engineering

    Chemical engineering is the scientific field that deals with producing and manufacturing chemical products. Engineers in this discipline work to develop new chemical compounds and products as well as to improve existing chemicals. Chemical engineers also design the equipment and plants that manufacture chemical products. You can see chemical engineering at work in the energy sector, the pharmaceutical industry, and the food science field, among other areas of study. If you choose chemical engineering as a career, you'll work with more than just chemistry—you'll call upon knowledge of biology, physics, and mathematics as well.‎

    Chemical engineering is a rewarding field of work that makes a difference in people's lives. You can help develop innovative new materials or make discoveries that improve current products. As you study chemical engineering, you'll develop a wide range of knowledge and skills, and what you learn can take you in multiple career directions. Chemical engineers can work for large or small corporations and make good money doing what they love.‎

    When you have a thorough knowledge of chemical engineering, you can find work in a number of engineering and scientific fields. You'll find chemical engineering jobs in laboratories or in factories, as well as in multiple industries. Chemical engineers put their skills to work in the petroleum industry, the mining sector, and the pharmaceutical field. Municipal departments like waste management and water and sewer agencies also need chemical engineers. You can also help develop new products and materials if you have a background in chemical engineering.‎

    When you take online courses on Coursera, you can start with a general chemistry course or branch out to more specialized subjects like materials science, energy production, and nuclear power facility construction. Courses can help you learn about natural gas, nuclear power plants, chemical biology, and renewable energy as well.‎

    Online Chemical Engineering courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Chemical Engineering skills. With a wide range of Chemical Engineering classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Chemical Engineering career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Chemical Engineering, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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