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    • T

      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      The Basics of Trauma Surgery

      Skills you'll gain: Orthopedics, Splinting, Trauma Care, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Neurology, Triage, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Patient Treatment, Radiography, Treatment Planning, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy, Medical Imaging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      237 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Artificial Intelligence, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Oncology, Computer Vision, Radiology, Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Radiography, Epidemiology, Deep Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Mining Foundations and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Data Transformation, Machine Learning Methods, Text Mining, Data Quality, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis

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      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Human Factors in AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Human Factors, Personally Identifiable Information, Usability, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking, Machine Learning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Olay

      Cosmetic Formulation Science

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Equipment, Chemistry, Safety Training, Product Testing, Record Keeping, Product Development, Personal Care, Systems Of Measurement, Innovation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Peking University

      Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Biology, Computational Thinking, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Databases

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      279 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Vital Skills for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Security, Data Presentation, User Centered Design, Statistical Visualization, Cybersecurity, Technical Communication, Usability, Healthcare Ethics, Cyber Attacks, Statistical Reporting, Human Computer Interaction, Authentications, Data Storytelling, Data Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct, User Research

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أساسيات الذكاء الاصطناعي والبيانات الضخمة | AI

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Data Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Structural Analysis, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Process Control, Physical Science, Physics, Engineering Calculations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      181 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Fake News Detection with Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • T

      The University of Sydney

      Life, Health and Radiation

      Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Ultrasonography, Patient Education And Counseling, Physics, Biology, Chemistry

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      354 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Medical Technology and Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Equipment and Technology, Cost Benefit Analysis, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, Clinical Data Management, Financial Regulations, Program Evaluation, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Risk Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Claims Processing, Health Care, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assessment, Medicare, Probability & Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular signal processing courses

    • The Basics of Trauma Surgery: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Artificial Intelligence for Breast Cancer Detection: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Mining Foundations and Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Human Factors in AI: Duke University
    • Cosmetic Formulation Science: Olay
    • Bioinformatics: Introduction and Methods 生物信息学: 导论与方法: Peking University
    • Vital Skills for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • أساسيات الذكاء الاصطناعي والبيانات الضخمة | AI: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications: Arizona State University
    • Fake News Detection with Machine Learning: Coursera Project Network

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Signal Processing

    In the electrical engineering and machine learning industry, signal processing is the engine that models, processes, transmits, and analyzes voice, video, and audio data. Signal processing transfers and processes information as signals to represent data of physical events. Signal processing is at the core of today's modern technologies, involving voice, data, and video transmission. It’s the science that can foster communication between audio processing and data transmission.

    Signal processing has advanced rapidly in the digital revolution and many now refer to this field as digital signal processing (DSP). Digital signal processing is the process and mathematics involved in manipulating information in such a way as to modify or improve the information in some manner. This information signal could be a snippet of voice, audio, or video.‎

    Signal processing techniques are used in many of our analog and digital interactions today, and that makes it valuable to know. If you have a strong interest in understanding the connections of electronic data and the powering of our modern electronic devices, then learning about signal processing can help you expand your interests and curiosity. For example, signal processing is the science and technology behind what makes it possible for two people to speak on mobile phones using their voice.

    Signal processing lies at the heart of analog-to-digital conversion practices. This would include encoding signals from speech enhancement and speech encoding to speech decoding and speech enhancement speech on the digital-to-analog playback side. Experts in the field rely on signal processing as the tool of choice every step of the way.‎

    Some of the careers that you may be able to find work in as a result of learning signal processing or digital signal processing may include opportunities in chip design, antenna engineering, machine learning, artificial intelligence, RF design, telecoms, and instrumentation systems.

    Understanding the foundational elements of signal processing can propel you forward into a career for the future, like big data, machine learning, and augmented reality. As the world becomes more digital, signals continue to be processed in a digital manner in many of today's modern products.‎

    Taking online courses about signal processing can create a whole new way of thinking around the devices in use today. The signal processing industry is getting bigger every day. As it grows, it lays out new opportunities for learning in specific areas. Your knowledge of signal processing will enlighten you about the ways that voice, video, and data are captured, transmitted, and received by others. If you are seeking to move into the larger electrical engineering field with insights into signal processing, you will likely learn how data design and machine learning come together in new and wondrous ways.‎

    Online Signal Processing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Signal Processing skills. Choose from a wide range of Signal Processing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Signal Processing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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