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    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

    • U

      University of Arizona

      Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Environment, Environmental Science, Biology, Environment and Resource Management, Life Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Systems Thinking, Physical Science, Research, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      143 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      The PL-900 Practice Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Data Analysis Software, Application Development, Business Process Automation, Systems Integration, Cloud Applications

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Sapienza University of Rome

      Macroeconomic Financial Accounts

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Financial Data, Financial Market, International Finance, Finance, Accounting, Banking, Economics, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Design of Digital Circuits with VHDL Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electronics Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Computer Engineering, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Integrated Development Environments, Simulations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Lean Manufacturing & Robotics for Flexible Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Industrial Engineering, Operational Efficiency, Quality Improvement, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Change Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Rochester

      Introduction to Translational Science

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Policy, Research, Laboratory Research, Public Health, Community Health, Research Methodologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Epic Games

      Blueprint Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Data Management, Blueprinting, Video Game Development, Scripting, UI Components, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Google Sheets en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Version Control, Collaborative Software, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Data Sharing, Data Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      Scrimba

      Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Development Environment, Text Mining, Generative AI, OpenAI, Database Management, Data Storage, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Performance Testing, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      143 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      Building Intelligent Troubleshooting Agents

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Agentic systems, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Machine Learning

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Azure Synapse SQL Pool - Implement Polybase

      Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Cloud-Based Integration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Biosphere 2 Science for the Future of Our Planet: University of Arizona
    • The PL-900 Practice Exam: Microsoft
    • Macroeconomic Financial Accounts: Sapienza University of Rome
    • Design of Digital Circuits with VHDL Programming: L&T EduTech
    • Lean Manufacturing & Robotics for Flexible Systems: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Translational Science: University of Rochester
    • Blueprint Scripting: Epic Games
    • Google Sheets en Español: Google Cloud
    • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases: Scrimba
    • Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 1: Fundamentos de la electrónica analógica: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    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.

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