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    Data engineering courses can help you learn how to design, build, and maintain data systems and pipelines that support analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence.

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    • F

      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      AI for Decision Makers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Organizational Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Resource Allocation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Decision Making, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Information Privacy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Java Built in Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Data Structures, Java Programming, Data Access, Data Cleansing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Governance, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Prioritization, Economic Development, Decision Making, Public Policies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Infosec

      OWASP Top 10 - 2021

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Secure Coding, Data Integrity, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Patch Management, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, System Configuration, Encryption, Software Design, SQL

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Phase Diagrams I & II

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Talend

      Talend Data Integration Certification Preparation training

      Skills you'll gain: Metadata Management, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Management Systems, Data Transformation, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Validation, Version Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Northeastern University

      Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Decision Support Systems, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Business Process Automation, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience strategy (CX), Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Emerging Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      The History of Rocket Science

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, Business Modeling, Political Sciences, Timelines, Engineering Design Process

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google Cloud

      Art and Science of Machine Learning en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Performance Tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Google Cloud Platform

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Machine Learning Aplicado ao Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategies, Data Visualization, Customer experience strategy (CX), Digital Transformation, Marketing Analytics, Data Visualization Software, MarTech, Data Modeling, R Programming, Data Science, Data Analysis, Marketing, Innovation, Business Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Structures

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create a website with MailChimp

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Content Management, Web Content, Information Architecture, Web Design and Development, Goal Setting, Project Implementation, Project Closure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Civil Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data engineering courses

    • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Java Built in Data Structures: Coursera Project Network
    • Decision Making and Governance of Natural Disaster Risk: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • OWASP Top 10 - 2021: Infosec
    • Phase Diagrams I & II: Arizona State University
    • Talend Data Integration Certification Preparation training: Talend
    • Business Application of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Northeastern University
    • The History of Rocket Science: University of Michigan
    • Art and Science of Machine Learning en Español: Google Cloud
    • Machine Learning Aplicado ao Marketing: Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Why Learn Data Engineering?

    Data engineering focuses on preparing and structuring data so it can be accessed and analyzed efficiently. It involves working with databases, cloud platforms, ETL processes, and big data tools. Learning data engineering can help you manage complex data workflows, ensure data quality, and support data-driven decision-making in tech-driven organizations.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

    Programming Language (34)
    Google (25)
    Computer Program (21)
    Software Testing (21)
    Web (19)
    Google Cloud Platform (18)
    Application Programming Interfaces (17)
    Data Structure (16)
    Problem Solving (14)
    Object-oriented Programming (13)
    Kubernetes (10)
    List & Label (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Data Engineering

    Top courses include the Data Engineering Foundations from IBM, Introduction to Data Engineering with DeepLearning.AI, and Data Engineering, Big Data, and Machine Learning on GCP from Google Cloud. These programs teach how to design, build, and manage data pipelines using modern tools and cloud platforms.‎

    Yes. Many data engineering courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to build and manage data processing systems, work with data warehouses and data lakes, use tools like SQL, Apache Spark, and Airflow, and understand how to design reliable and scalable data pipelines.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses start with the fundamentals and explain data engineering concepts clearly. However, some familiarity with programming and data analysis can be helpful as you progress to more advanced topics.‎

    Yes. Data engineering is a fast-growing field with high demand in tech, finance, healthcare, and many other industries. Coursera’s data engineering courses can help you build job-ready skills, prepare for certification exams, and earn certificates that showcase your expertise to employers.‎

    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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