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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Monitoring, International Relations, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Science, Biology, Scientific Methods, Physics, Research, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, Cloud Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, Package and Software Management, Containerization, Applied Machine Learning, Development Environment, Test Automation, Algorithms, Virtual Environment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Network Planning And Design, Telecommunications, Cloud Engineering, Network Performance Management, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Real Time Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Perplexity.AI for Beginners: AI-Powered Search

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Information Architecture, Data Compilation, Data Presentation, Generative AI

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      CISSP Crash Course

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Testing, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Continuous Monitoring, Software Development Life Cycle, Authorization (Computing), Vulnerability Assessments, Cryptography

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
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      Vanderbilt University

      AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Matlab, Debugging, OpenAI, Generative AI, Integrated Development Environments

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Scrimba

      HTML & CSS Crash Course

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), File Management, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process dalam bahasa Indonesia

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Microservices, Cloud Infrastructure, API Design, Google App Engine, Google Cloud Platform, Restful API, Kubernetes, Site Reliability Engineering, Service Level Agreement, Cloud Computing Architecture, CI/CD, Cloud Storage, Devops Tools, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Load Balancing, System Monitoring

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Electrical Characterization: Diodes

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Laboratory Equipment, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Geospatial Information Technology Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Database Management, ArcGIS, Global Positioning Systems, Decision Support Systems, Data Modeling, Open Source Technology, Web Applications, Mobile Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Electrical Characterization: MOSFETs

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Laboratory Research, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Data Analysis Software, Product Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Edinburgh

      برمج بنفسك! مقدمة حول البرمجة

      Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Animation and Game Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Frozen in the Ice: Exploring the Arctic: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks: LearnQuest
    • Perplexity.AI for Beginners: AI-Powered Search: Coursera Project Network
    • CISSP Crash Course: Packt
    • AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT : Vanderbilt University
    • HTML & CSS Crash Course: Scrimba
    • Reliable Cloud Infrastructure: Design and Process dalam bahasa Indonesia: Google Cloud
    • Electrical Characterization: Diodes: Arizona State University
    • Geospatial Information Technology Essentials: L&T EduTech

    Why Learn Civil Engineering?

    Civil engineering is the discipline behind the infrastructure that supports everyday life—from transportation and water systems to buildings and public spaces. It blends engineering principles with environmental, structural, and project management knowledge. Learning civil engineering can prepare you to contribute to sustainable development and help shape the built environment around the world.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Civil Engineering

    Popular options include Construction Management Specialization from Columbia University, Design Basics of RCC Buildings from L&T EduTech, and Introduction to Engineering Mechanics from Georgia Institute of Technology. These courses cover topics like structural design, project planning, transportation systems, and sustainable infrastructure.‎

    Yes. Many civil engineering courses offer a free audit option. You can access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To complete graded assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn foundational and advanced topics such as structural analysis, materials science, geotechnical engineering, water resources, and transportation systems. Some courses also cover project management, BIM (Building Information Modeling), and sustainability in civil engineering.‎

    Some courses are beginner-friendly and introduce key concepts without requiring prior experience. However, many civil engineering topics involve math, physics, and technical knowledge, so more advanced courses may assume a background in engineering or related fields.‎

    Yes. Coursera courses can help learners build foundational skills, support continuing education for professionals, or prepare learners for specialized roles in infrastructure, construction, or environmental design. Earning certificates can also strengthen your resume or academic profile.‎

    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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