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

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    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

    • F

      Fudan University

      全球卫生导论

      Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Public Health, Child Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Equity, Community Health, Emergency Response, Chronic Diseases, Socioeconomics, Environment Health And Safety, Preventative Care

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Mechanical Design, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Design, Verification And Validation, Open Source Technology

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      American Museum of Natural History

      Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Public Health, Pathology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Mathematical Modeling, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Clinical Trials

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Irvine

      Productivity and Systems Development

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Data Security, Systems Design, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Information Systems, Project Risk Management, Workflow Management, Business Systems Analysis, Team Management, E-Commerce

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      EIT Digital

      Privacy in the USA

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Telecommunications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Case Law, Federal Information Security Management Act, Policy Development

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      L&T EduTech

      Bridge Infrastructure Design

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Building Codes, Engineering Practices, Construction Inspection, Conceptual Design, Engineering Design Process, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Finite Element Methods, Continuous Monitoring, Hydraulics, Failure Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      E

      EDUCBA

      ITIL V4 Brief Overview of Management and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Change Control, IT Management, Information Technology Architecture, Service Management, Security Management, Enterprise Architecture, Risk Management Framework, IT Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Capacity Management, Problem Management, Release Management, Incident Management

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Vector Search with Relational Databases using PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management Systems, Node.JS, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      I

      IBM

      Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Penetration Testing, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, System Configuration, Network Security, Automation, Virtual Machines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      Northeastern University

      Intro to Improving the Patient Experience Through Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Care Management, Health Informatics, Patient Education and Support, Patient Safety, Health Care, Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Support Systems, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Edureka

      Rust Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Development Environment, Package and Software Management, Web Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, System Programming, Debugging, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface, Data Structures

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Infosec

      Establishing Command-and-Control and Finding Credentials

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Scripting, Python Programming, Data Access, Network Security, User Accounts, System Programming, Network Protocols

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • 全球卫生导论: Fudan University
    • Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects: Johns Hopkins University
    • Virology and Epidemiology in the Time of COVID-19: American Museum of Natural History
    • Productivity and Systems Development: University of California, Irvine
    • Privacy in the USA: EIT Digital
    • Bridge Infrastructure Design: L&T EduTech
    • ITIL V4 Brief Overview of Management and Practices: EDUCBA
    • Vector Search with Relational Databases using PostgreSQL: SkillUp EdTech
    • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: IBM
    • Intro to Improving the Patient Experience Through Analytics: Northeastern University

    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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