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    Find the Best Embedded Systems Course for Your Goals

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Efficiency and Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Differential Equations

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Toronto

      Introduction to Self-Driving Cars

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Embedded Software, Automation, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Computer Hardware, Risk Management Framework, Mechanics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency

      Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, System Programming, Performance Tuning, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      École Polytechnique

      Density Functional Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Design of High-Performance Optical Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Image Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Systems Design, Human Factors, Engineering Calculations, Technical Design, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Design Process, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Image Analysis, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Computer Vision

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 2: Memory Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, System Programming, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Linux

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Small Data, Data Processing, Cloud API

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      544 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      292 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Equipment Design, Electronic Components, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

      3.9
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      46 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Technical Communication, Exploratory Data Analysis, Public Health, Data Analysis Software, Decision Support Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Developing AI Applications on Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      977 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
    • Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency: Codio
    • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
    • Design of High-Performance Optical Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker: Coursera Project Network
    • Intro to Operating Systems 2: Memory Management: Codio
    • Computer Vision Fundamentals with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Diode - pn Junction and Metal Semiconductor Contact: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers: University of Colorado Boulder

    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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