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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy Systems Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, HVAC, Energy and Utilities, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Sustainable Technologies, Return On Investment, System Configuration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Project Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Closure, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Organizational Structure

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    525 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mastering Statics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Geometry, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Essential Design Principles for Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, User Centered Design, Human Factors

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Human Development, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, School Psychology, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Economics, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Child Development, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Simulation and modeling of natural processes

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Python Programming, Statistical Methods, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Mechanics, Physics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, Economics, Business Economics, Governance

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees, SVM and Unsupervised Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Dimensionality Reduction, Statistics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Safety in the Utility Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Environmental Regulations, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Hazard Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Safety Standards, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Safety and Security, Fire And Life Safety, Regulatory Compliance, First Aid, Emergency Response

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Design

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Threat Detection, Firewall, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Geographic Information Systems

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Algorithms, Computer Engineering, Mathematical Software, Design Software, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Digital Design, Software Development Tools

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Hugging Face, Data Pipelines, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Solar Energy Systems Overview: University at Buffalo
  • Project Management Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Mastering Statics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness: University of Rochester
  • Simulation and modeling of natural processes: University of Geneva
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Trees, SVM and Unsupervised Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Safety in the Utility Industry : University at Buffalo
  • Advanced System Security Design: University of Colorado System

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