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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Physical Science, Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.8
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Oncology, Food and Beverage, Respiration, Environment, Environmental Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
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      Arizona State University

      Primary and Secondary Batteries

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering Calculations, Performance Testing

      4.6
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      University of Minnesota

      Fundamentals of Fluid Power

      Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Schematic Diagrams, Control Systems, Process Flow Diagrams, Mechanical Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Regulatory Affairs, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Emerging Technologies, Forecasting, Capacity Planning, Strategic Thinking, Environmental Policy, Customer Engagement, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      720 reviews

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Explorando la Energía Sustentable

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Engineering, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environmental Science, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Policy, Electric Power Systems, Natural Resource Management, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Display Devices, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

      3.9
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      University of Alberta

      21st Century Energy Transition: how do we make it work?

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Supply Chain, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Business Transformation, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Forecasting, Emerging Technologies, Market Dynamics

      4.8
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      The Pennsylvania State University

      Dairy Production and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Sustainability Reporting, Manufacturing and Production, Nutrition and Diet, Production Management, Environment, Production Process, Operating Cost, Life Sciences, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Economics, Molecular Biology

      4.8
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      The University of Edinburgh

      Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, General Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Mathematical Modeling

      4.7
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Converter Circuits

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.8
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      University at Buffalo

      Energy: The Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Economics, Electrical Power, Environmental Issue, Environment, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Innovation, Business Economics, Emerging Technologies, Chemistry, Physics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular solar energy courses

    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Primary and Secondary Batteries: Arizona State University
    • Fundamentals of Fluid Power: University of Minnesota
    • Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future: University of Colorado System
    • Explorando la Energía Sustentable: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 21st Century Energy Transition: how do we make it work?: University of Alberta
    • Dairy Production and Management: The Pennsylvania State University
    • Philosophy and the Sciences: Introduction to the Philosophy of Physical Sciences: The University of Edinburgh

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