Space courses can help you learn about astrophysics, planetary science, spacecraft design, and orbital mechanics. You can build skills in data analysis, simulation modeling, and mission planning. Many courses introduce tools like MATLAB for simulations, Python for data analysis, and CAD software for designing spacecraft, connecting these skills to real-world applications in satellite technology and space exploration.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics
★ 4.7 (71) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Probability, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution
★ 4.9 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Special Competitive Studies Project
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI
★ 4.6 (173) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Healthcare Ethics, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Medical Imaging, Clinical Documentation, Image Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Technology, Treatment Planning, Medical Privacy, Natural Language Processing
★ 4.2 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cloudera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Apache Hive, Big Data, MySQL, Query Languages, Databases, Database Management, Analytics, PostgreSQL, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Virtual Machines
★ 4.8 (531) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, SQL, Analytical Skills, Database Software, Technical Communication, Relational Databases
★ 3.9 (30) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Semantic Web, Query Languages, Data Management, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Access, Data Sharing, Web Applications, Data Mining, Interoperability, Software Architecture, Data Architecture, Data Modeling
★ 4.1 (94) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Codio
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming
★ 3.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Databases
★ 4.8 (255) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Systems Architecture, Automation Engineering, Functional Specification, Agentic systems, Control Systems, Mechanics, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Safety Assurance, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Algorithms
★ 3.5 (39) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Psychology, Human Factors
★ 4.4 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Automation, Sustainable Development, Electric Power Systems, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Emerging Technologies, Transportation Operations, Social Sciences, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Information Privacy, Infrastructure Architecture
★ 4.7 (669) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months