• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Coursera
  • Online Degrees
  • Careers
  • Log In
  • Join for Free
    Coursera
    • Browse
    • Embedded Systems

    Embedded Systems Courses

    Embedded systems courses can help you learn how to design and program specialized computing devices that power everything from smartphones to smart appliances.

    Skip to search results

    Filter by

    Subject
    Required
     *

    Language
    Required
     *

    The language used throughout the course, in both instruction and assessments.

    Learning Product
    Required
     *

    Level
    Required
     *

    Duration
    Required
     *

    Skills
    Required
     *

    Subtitles
    Required
     *

    Educator
    Required
     *

    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Robot Localization with Python and Particle Filters

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Simulations, NumPy, Computer Vision

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      24 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      L&T EduTech

      Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Environmental Engineering, 3D Modeling, Engineering Design Process

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      29 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      52 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Advanced Java

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Spring Framework, Microservices, Spring Boot, Java, Back-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Server Side, Load Balancing, Cloud Development, Restful API, Systems Architecture, Web Applications, Scalability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Programación musical con software libre

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Electronic Hardware, Music, Electronic Components, Electronics, Music Theory, Digital Communications, Hardware Design, Patch Management, Programmable Logic Controllers, Instrumental Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Generative AI, Multimedia, Other Programming Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      55 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Artificial Intelligence, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Radiology, Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Radiography, Epidemiology, Deep Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Packt

      Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

      Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Cloud Management, Authorization (Computing), Load Balancing, Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, User Accounts, Data Storage Technologies, Application Deployment, Disaster Recovery

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GCP 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Big Data, Data Processing, Analytics, SQL, Scalability, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

      Financing Infrastructure in African Cities

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Decision Making, Financial Systems, Public Administration, Economic Development, Cost Benefit Analysis, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Macquarie University

      Online teaching: Using Zoom to connect with learners

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Instructional Design, Virtual Environment, Collaboration, System Configuration, Safety and Security, User Accounts, Information Privacy, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      68 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Teoria Geral da Administração para Executivos

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Effectiveness, Quality Improvement, Business Management, Quality Management, Performance Measurement, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Production Management, Administration, Lean Manufacturing, Systems Thinking, Continuous Improvement Process

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      56 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Searches related to embedded systems

    embedded systems using c
    embedded systems object-oriented programming in c and c++
    real-time embedded systems
    fpga design for embedded systems
    introduction to automotive embedded systems
    development of secure embedded systems
    modeling and debugging embedded systems
    arm cortex (stm32) fundamentals: building embedded systems
    1…173174175…340

    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular embedded systems courses

    • Robot Localization with Python and Particle Filters: Coursera Project Network
    • Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech
    • Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex: DeepLearning.AI
    • Advanced Java: LearnQuest
    • Programación musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104): Packt
    • Building Resilient Streaming Analytics Systems on GCP 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Financing Infrastructure in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
    • Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Embedded Systems?

    Embedded systems are specialized computing units built into devices to control functions in everything from smartphones and cars to medical equipment and industrial machines. They combine hardware and software to perform real-time tasks reliably and efficiently. Learning embedded systems can help you develop in-demand skills for engineering, robotics, and smart technology innovation.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Embedded Systems

    Popular embedded systems courses include Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments from the University of Colorado Boulder and An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IoT) Specialization from UC Irvine. These cover C programming, microcontrollers, real-time systems, and IoT applications.‎

    Yes. Many embedded systems courses offer a free audit option. You can access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how embedded systems work, how to program microcontrollers, and how to interact with hardware using C/C++, sensors, and real-time operating systems. Some courses also cover system design, debugging, and building IoT-connected devices.‎

    Some basic programming knowledge—especially in C or C++—is helpful, but many beginner-friendly courses introduce these skills as part of the curriculum. You'll also gain hands-on experience through simulations or hardware-based projects.‎

    Yes. Embedded systems are used in industries like automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare devices, and robotics. Learning these skills through Coursera can help prepare you for roles in embedded software development, IoT engineering, and firmware programming.‎

    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.

    Other topics to explore

    Arts and Humanities
    338 courses
    Business
    1095 courses
    Computer Science
    668 courses
    Data Science
    425 courses
    Information Technology
    145 courses
    Health
    471 courses
    Math and Logic
    70 courses
    Personal Development
    137 courses
    Physical Science and Engineering
    413 courses
    Social Sciences
    401 courses
    Language Learning
    150 courses

    Coursera Footer

    Technical Skills

    • ChatGPT
    • Coding
    • Computer Science
    • Cybersecurity
    • DevOps
    • Ethical Hacking
    • Generative AI
    • Java Programming
    • Python
    • Web Development

    Analytical Skills

    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Big Data
    • Business Analysis
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Science
    • Financial Modeling
    • Machine Learning
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Microsoft Power BI
    • SQL

    Business Skills

    • Accounting
    • Digital Marketing
    • E-commerce
    • Finance
    • Google
    • Graphic Design
    • IBM
    • Marketing
    • Project Management
    • Social Media Marketing

    Career Resources

    • Essential IT Certifications
    • High-Income Skills to Learn
    • How to Get a PMP Certification
    • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
    • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
    • Popular Data Analytics Certifications
    • What Does a Data Analyst Do?
    • Career Development Resources
    • Career Aptitude Test
    • Share your Coursera Learning Story

    Coursera

    • About
    • What We Offer
    • Leadership
    • Careers
    • Catalog
    • Coursera Plus
    • Professional Certificates
    • MasterTrack® Certificates
    • Degrees
    • For Enterprise
    • For Government
    • For Campus
    • Become a Partner
    • Social Impact
    • Free Courses
    • ECTS Credit Recommendations

    Community

    • Learners
    • Partners
    • Beta Testers
    • Blog
    • The Coursera Podcast
    • Tech Blog
    • Teaching Center

    More

    • Press
    • Investors
    • Terms
    • Privacy
    • Help
    • Accessibility
    • Contact
    • Articles
    • Directory
    • Affiliates
    • Modern Slavery Statement
    • Do Not Sell/Share
    Learn Anywhere
    Download on the App Store
    Get it on Google Play
    Logo of Certified B Corporation
    © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
    • Coursera Facebook
    • Coursera Linkedin
    • Coursera Twitter
    • Coursera YouTube
    • Coursera Instagram
    • Coursera TikTok