Computer Hardware

Computer Hardware refers to the physical components that make up a computer system. Coursera's Computer Hardware catalogue equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the workings of computer hardware, from motherboards, processors, and memory to data storage devices and peripheral equipment. You'll learn about the design and function of these components, how they interact with each other and with software, and how to troubleshoot and maintain them. By mastering these topics, you'll gain valuable skills applicable in roles such as IT support, systems engineering, and hardware design, and for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge in this fundamental aspect of computing technology.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Software Installation, System Configuration, Data Management, Computer Hardware, Data Security, Data Storage, Microsoft Windows, Firewall, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Identity and Access Management

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, System Software, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Simulations, Development Environment, Debugging, Systems Integration

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, System Support, Help Desk Support, Debugging, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Unix, Problem Management, Computer Hardware, Network Monitoring, Generative AI, Operating Systems, System Configuration, Software Installation, Technical Communication, Performance Tuning

  • Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Server Administration, Windows Servers, Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Data Storage Technologies, IT Automation, Remote Access Systems, System Monitoring, Networking Hardware, Computer Hardware, Firewall, Data Security, Encryption

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Engineering, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Verification And Validation, Data Storage

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Computer Literacy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Microsoft Windows, Data Security, Information Technology, Computer Networking, File Management, Email Security, General Networking, Computer Hardware

  • University of Maryland, College Park

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Security Engineering, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Exploit development, Cryptography, Systems Design, Encryption, Exploitation techniques, Technical Design, Emerging Technologies

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    University of California, Irvine

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Electronics, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, USB, Networking Hardware, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Digital Communications, Computer Hardware, Python Programming, Servers

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Design Software, Computer Hardware, Verification And Validation, Simulations

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    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Storage, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C# (Programming Language)

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, File Management

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, SQL, Database Design, Hardware Troubleshooting, Databases, Computer Networking, Relational Databases, Network Protocols, Information Technology, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices