Lab courses can help you learn experimental design, data collection techniques, statistical analysis, and safety protocols. You can build skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and precise documentation practices. Many courses introduce tools like laboratory software, data analysis programs, and equipment for conducting experiments, that support analyzing results and drawing conclusions.

Eindhoven University of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Hardware Design, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Electronic Hardware, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Laboratory Experience
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Research, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Procedures, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, Data Analysis, Debugging, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Network Security, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Microservices, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Docker (Software), Devops Tools, Cloud Platforms, DevOps, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, General Networking, Scalability, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Service Level, Diagram Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Research, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Test Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, AI Orchestration, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Risking, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Precision Medicine, Biochemistry, Brute-force attacks, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Database Development, Database Management, Data Import/Export, Query Languages, Big Data, Data Warehousing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Western Australia
Skills you'll gain: Hematology, Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Medical Laboratory, Clinical Laboratory Science, Analytical Testing, Diagnostic Tests, Image Analysis, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Infectious Diseases, Pediatrics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Programming Principles, Security Engineering, Program Development, Vulnerability Assessments, C (Programming Language), Software Development Methodologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis, Science and Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks