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Autonomous Mobile Robots

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Autonomous Mobile Robots

Technology has rapidly evolved to the point that robots are commonly used in factories as workhorses that perform complex tasks and assist humans in dealing with challenges. However, such robots remain tethered to their workstations and cannot move around. The Autonomous Mobile Robots programme deals with mobile robots that can freely move around in their environment. 

To facilitate this movement, robots must possess competencies like perception, localisation, map-building and collision avoidance. This course on Autonomous Mobile Robots by edX delves into these methods that go into the making of a mobile robot. It also covers the basic concepts and algorithms required to develop a mobile robot. 

ETH Zurich, one of the leading institutions for technology, has created the Autonomous Mobile Robots course for learners on edX. The main objectives of this programme are to equip candidates with the knowledge and technical know-how necessary to develop a mobile robot. Moreover, the 15-week online programme is available for free to audit. However, the candidates will have access only for a limited duration. For full access and the certificate of completion, the students must enrol by paying the fee. 

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15 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Algorithms Robotic skills
MBA Essentials

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University of Stellenbosch Business School, Cape Town via GetSmarter
Certificate

MBA Essentials

The MBA Essentials certification course enhances technical and business skills which are essential for making superior and smart managerial decisions. 

The MBA Essentials certification by Getsmarter and University of Stellenbosch Business School teaches to make an operational and strategic decision with the help of various insights, case studies and practical approaches. The course covers 3 pillars of business including quantitative methods, economics and managerial accounting as well as a brief understanding of profitability theory, technical skills and cost behaviours.

The MBA Essentials certification syllabus covers key economic principles with various factors of production, economic dilemma and different roles of opportunity cost in a business. The course covers key elements of microeconomics which includes demand and supply and recognising it on the graph. The course covers various important topics such as time value of money, profitability distribution, cost behaviour, accounting, cash management and more. The course prepares candidates for a Master of Business Administration full degree.

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15 Weeks
1,26,143
Skills Covered:
Business Management
Online Refresher Course in Philosophy

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Online Refresher Course In Philosophy

The Online Refresher Course In Philosophy certification course provides an online learning experience to all the enrolled candidates. Students can access the course without making any payment. The programme revolves around the topics of philosophy from different parts of the world, its history, theories, and principles, etc. The course is expected to be completed by the students in the time span of 15 weeks. 

The Online Refresher Course In Philosophy certification syllabus of the programme is divided into three sections that contain a total of eight units and thirty modules. The learnings can be achieved in this training through the self-paced mode and the timings can be decided by the candidates depending upon their schedules. The Online Refresher Course In Philosophy online course is an AICTE approved training and can be accessed at all times. 

Students just have to log in to their accounts and have a stable internet connection to access the study materials that are already present in the programme. The course can be found on the platform of Swayam that also offers the option of certification at the end of the Online Refresher Course In Philosophy certification and the achievement of the same depends upon the preferences of the candidates. Students have to follow the procedure in order to acquire the certificate for the programme. 

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15 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Sociology
Online Refresher Course in Education

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CUSB via Swayam
Certificate

Online Refresher Course in Education

The Online Refresher Course in Education certification course is associated with the National Resource Centre for Education, Central University of South Bihar, Gaya. The course aims to bring a change to the existing practices in the education sector. Students who enrol into this course gain an understanding of descriptive research, fundamentals of samplings, central limit theorem, hypothesis, etc. 

The entire Online Refresher Course in Education certification syllabus takes forty hours and can be completed in fifteen weeks. The course can be availed at zero cost in the online mode. The programme is an AICTE approved FDP course available at the platform of Swayam. The provider allows the candidate to be a certified user of the Online Refresher Course in Education programme if they fulfil the eligibility criteria of the exam. 

The experts use different teaching methods in order to make the sessions more interactive and interesting for the students. The study material of the programme includes modern audio as well as video lectures, quizzes, assessments, discussions, etc. The Online Refresher Course in Education certification can be pursued through the self-paced method according to the students' preferences.

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15 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Teaching skills
Compensation Management

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Compensation Management

The Compensation Management Training is a 15-week long certificate program that explores the working of compensation based incentive systems and the process of salary determination. The course is taught by experts using pedagogical tools like project-based learning systems, case studies, management games and group exercises.

The Compensation Management Certification by the Institute of Management Technology, Hyderabad provides a systematic overview of compensation management and its related theories. It can be beneficial for HR professionals and academic professionals who deal with the subject in depth. The course provides a valid certification to all successful learners.

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15 Weeks
45,000
Skills Covered:
Human Resource Management
Certificate

Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure

Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure online course teaches the use of machine learning and AI to solve real-world problems. Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure certification by FutureLearn, aims to enhance the understanding of machine learning and AI using Microsoft Azure and Python.

The course covers four topics: Introduction to Machine Learning with Python and Azure Notebooks, Building Machine Learning Models on Azure, Applying Machine Learning and AI Techniques to Solve Business Problems, and Developing an AI Solution with Azure Cognitive Services. Each topic consists of a course that lasts for about four weeks, with 5-6 hours of study per week. Upon completion of the Advanced and Applied AI on Microsoft Azure certification course, a digital certificate is awarded. The course level is intermediate, which requires some prior knowledge of Python and basic statistics.

The course aims to enhance the understanding of machine learning and AI using Microsoft Azure and Python. It also prepares for related exams including Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-100) and Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

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15 Weeks
Intermediate
900

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Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense

The Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense online course is a comprehensive and practical journey into the realm of cybersecurity, equipping learners with essential skills to protect organisations from the ever-growing threat of cyber attacks. This CyberSecurity Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense certification by FutureLearn designed by the prestigious EC Council, addresses this urgent need by focusing on cyber resilience—the capacity to anticipate, respond, and recover from cyber-attacks.

Throughout the Cyber Security Foundations: Start Building Your Career in Cyber Defense certification course, participants delve into the foundational concepts and issues in cybersecurity, exploring real-life examples of malicious attacks like phishing, ransomware, and social engineering. They learn vital defences against malware, create a malware protection strategy, and grasp the significance of data security policies.

Moreover, the last two courses concentrate on identity and access management—a pivotal aspect of safeguarding sensitive information. This portion empowers learners to implement access controls, explore single sign-on, and understand authentication techniques, strengthening data security practices.

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15 Weeks
Intermediate
900
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Cyber Security
Medical Front Office Administration Specialist

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Yoga Practices 3

Yoga Practices 3 Course is useful to understand the Relaxation Techniques including Deep Relaxation Techniques and Quick Relaxation Techniques. 

Yoga Practices 3 Classes is useful to learn about the Mindfulness Meditation and Unity in Diversity shlokasangrahah or collection of chants. 

Yoga Practices 3 Course Syllabus includes chanting of shlokas, bhajans and patriotic songs and activities such as ananda sabha or happy assembly krida yoga, karma yoga activities, along with Mudras, Pranayama, Dhyana or Meditation, Sukshmavyayama, Breathing Exercises, Loosening Practices, Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation, Asanas, Kriyas, Bandhas including presentations and skits, dramas and many more such activities. 

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15 Weeks
Certificate

Management and Finance for Experienced Chartered Accountants (Online)

Experienced Chartered Accountants, have substantial knowledge and extensive experience in areas like accounts, taxation, audit, etc. But to effectively and holistically assist their clients, practicing CAs must understand issues related to business, markets, the economy, and technology, etc. Similarly, CAs working in the corporate sector also have a limited understanding of what goes on beyond the Accounting and Finance department. 

IIM Ahmedabad’s Management and Finance for Experienced Chartered Accountants (Online) course can help experienced CAs overcome this hurdle. And not just that, the Management and Finance for Experienced Chartered Accountants (Online) course by IIM Ahmedabad helps CAs acquire managerial competencies and skills so that they can take on more responsibility within their organization, or even branch out and do something on their own.

With case sessions, workshops, tutorials, and speaker sessions from Industry Experts and Practitioners, the Management and Finance for Experienced Chartered Accountants (Online) program aims to broaden the horizon for experienced CAs. 

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103 Days
3,00,000
Skills Covered:
Marketing skills Human Resource Management Knowledge of Economics
Nuclear Energy Science, Systems and Society

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Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems and Society

The Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems, and Society course is an introductory program in the basic physics of radiation and nuclear energy. It emphasizes the attributes and challenges of nuclear energy as a low-carbon energy source. Candidates will get a chance to explore various peaceful applications of radiation such as security initiatives, nuclear medicine, material science research, and quantum technology. 

The Nuclear Energy online course by edX will explore both fusion and fission energy. It will establish the economic, scientific, and engineering basis of a fission reactor and provide details about nuclear reactor technology. Moreover, candidates can explore the MIT Nuclear reactor on a virtual tour. 

The Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems, and Society program is a collaboration between MIT and edX. It has an expert panel of educators from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Besides, candidates need to spend eleven weeks studying the course material. It also has an optional hands-on experiment section along with lectures and transcripts to make the self-paced style of learning easier for candidates.

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of nuclear energy
Certificate

Human-Robot Interaction

Human-Robot Interaction is the course provided by the University of Canterbury on the EdX portal for learners who are interested in building their future in robotics. The online self-paced course aims for the overall development of the learner. The candidate shall be exposed to the concepts like human-robot interaction and the latest research methods in this field. This is a comprehensive course that aims for the overall development of the learner. The candidate shall be learning about Human-Robot Interaction and drones. 

Human-Robot Interaction training shall be delivered by industry experts through online self-paced videos. The course comprises videos and lectures on how to design the robots and the technology adopted for the same. Students and researchers from robotics, computer science, psychology, sociology, and design will find it a concise and accessible guide to the current state of the field. This is a 14 weeks course during which the candidate should give 5-10 hours per week. The candidate shall also receive Human-Robot Interaction certification by EdX after the completion of the course. If the learners pursue the programme for free, they will have a limited duration of access to it. 

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14 Weeks
$ 556
Certificate

The Einstein Revolution

The Einstein Revolution Certification Course is an open online course offered on the Harvard X platform by edX and Harvard University. The course is centered around the life and ideas of the icon of modern science, Albert Einstein. The course requires students to have no previous background in mathematics or physics.

The Einstein Revolution Online Course is an introductory level course that is suitable for students pursuing their studies in Humanities. The online interactive course is instructed by Peter Galison and Ion Mihailescu of Harvard University and delivered through engaging graphic novels and animated content.

The Einstein Revolution Course is a self-paced course that discusses the life of Albert Einstein from the 20th century to the present times. The course is taught over 14 weeks and makes use of interesting and informative film clips and laboratory demonstrations. The students will be assessed through multiple-choice questions, group discussions, debates, assignments, and exams. The students can enrol in the self-paced course for free; but, they will get only a limited duration of access. If the candidates need to get the certificate and unlimited access, they can pay the course fee and choose the verified mode. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of physics
Certificate

Food Fermentation: The Science of Cooking with Microbes

The Food Fermentation: The Science of Cooking with Microbes Course discusses the biochemical process of fermentation and the characteristics of fermented foods. The open online course is taught on the HarvardX platform under the collaboration of edX and Harvard University and is taught over a duration of 14 weeks.

The Food Fermentation: The Science of Cooking with Microbes Certification Course explains the role of microbial growth in fermenting and preserving food. The learners will get a chance to explore the history of food and beverage fermentation and its role in food processing like changing and enhancing different tastes, flavors and aromas in food.

The Food Fermentation: The Science of Cooking with Microbes Training Course is a self-paced course that is taught at the introductory level. The course is delivered by Pia Sorensen and Roberto Kolter of Harvard Medical School. The course will be taught with the help of online course materials and at-home exercises. After the completion of exams, students will receive a course certificate by paying the course fee. For the free cost, the candidates will get a limited duration of access to the self-paced programme. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Biology Knowledge of Microbiology
Software Development Bootcamp On-site Full-Time

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Software Development Bootcamp On-site Full-Time

The Software Development Online Full-Time Bootcamp certification is a 14 weeks course. This online Bootcamp on software development is offered by Coding Dojo full-time, and online where even the attendance, and lectures are given online. With this course, the students start to form the very beginning to master the skills owned by software developers. In just these 14 weeks, one can transform into a healthy, and long career in software development.

The Software Development Online Full-Time Bootcamp training offers in-depth knowledge of the three-stack program with a learning platform that is tested by the industry people. The candidates are supported and even challenged at every aspect of their journey. With unlimited, and unexpired access to the course materials, and job placements, the course seems more interesting, and rewarding. The candidates also during this certificate course get tested by assignments and compelling projects. Since the students have a diverse community, the alumni that get formed are also diverse.

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14 Weeks
Beginner
$ 16,495
Skills Covered:
Software development skills
Media Law

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NYU via Edx
Certificate

Media Law

The course of Media Law which is being provided by edX is relevant in making the candidate learn about the various ethical issues that arise in the field of design as well as social media and the legal frameworks related to them. Having expertise about such a course goes a long way for individuals who are driven creatively and want to become efficient design professionals. 

The course will be teaching the candidates the fundamentals of a broad range of topics such as privacy and art, Open-source public license, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, Digital Rights Management, and Creative Commons. This course also takes the responsibility of making the candidate aware of fair use as well as practical limits in the economic sector, such as sampling or mixing in different idioms. 

This course is for a tenure of 14 weeks. With a weekly effort of about 8 to 10 hours, the candidates can easily complete this course and apply for related fields. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Media Laws
Theories of Media and Technology

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NYU via Edx
Certificate

Theories of Media and Technology

This course of Theories of Media and Technology that will be taught to the participants through edX will equip the course takers with fundamental concepts regarding technology and media. 

The participants will be able to apply the acquired knowledge to real-life challenges, issues, current trends, and even their own ideas about art and design. This course will prove to be beneficial for developing a connection between your works and a deep as well as changing question and idea structure. It will help them gain a deeper understanding of people as consumers, media users, and creators. 

This is an introductory level course, which means all the educational requirements to become an efficient media and technology professional is provided through this course. The students can opt for this course that lasts for 14 weeks and requires 8-10 hours of weekly study. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Media Ethics
U lab Leading From the Emerging Future

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u.lab: Leading From the Emerging Future

The u.lab: Leading From the Emerging Future course by edX and MITx will help introduce the learners to leading a profound personal, environmental, and social transformation. Amidst the climate changes, COVID-19 pandemic, and global protests against racial injustice, it is important to develop the capacity to lean into the future. Developing compassion and courage in the face of fear and prejudice is the need of the hour. 

Participants of this course will be trained in this new method developed by MIT, called Theory U. It will teach the learners how to lead changes in government, business, and civil society contexts worldwide. u.lab will guide the participants in applying Theory U to their personal matters and building their capacity to lead a transformative change in the process. Participants will develop a new approach to social and environmental challenges. They will learn the art and practice of deep listening, gathering data by listening, how to stay connected with their deeper sources of inspiration, and how to address deeper root issues. Participants will be capable enough to work towards the well-being of others as well as themselves.

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Interpersonal skills Listening skills
Machine Learning

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Machine Learning

Machine Learning is a highly in-demand curriculum for this generation. Machine Learning gives computers the ability to learn from experience without being programmed explicitly. EdX’s Machine Learning certification course is concerned with both the theoretical and practical aspects. The curriculum will present the candidates with statistical unsupervised and supervised learning methods for data remodeling and data analysis.

Georgia Institute of Technology offers the Machine Learning online course by EdX, and the university’s Executive Associate Dean Charles Isbell teaches the programme. It is an intermediate-level course that covers various theoretical concepts like the Inductive bias, the minimum description length principle, Ockham’s razor, etc. The training includes several projects and programming assignments for candidates to get a more concrete understanding of the topics. 

Students learn about various topics such as randomised search algorithms, reinforcement learning, Bayesian learning methods, etc.  After completing the Machine Learning training, the candidates will get three credits and a certificate of completion after paying the fee for certification. It will take around 14 weeks to complete the programme, and classes will be conducted online through video lectures. 

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14 Weeks
Skills Covered:
Machine learning

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Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne via Edx
Certificate

Water Quality and the Biogeochemical Engine

The Water Quality and the Biogeochemical Engine course by Edx is an introductory course to environmental sciences. This course imparts knowledge to the candidate in concepts like urban metabolism, soil formation, water quality, heavy metals, atmosphere, rainwater, photosynthesis, and anoxic environments. 

In this programme, the candidate would learn about various biotic and abiotic mechanisms that control the quality of water that is used for industrial and drinking purposes. This course also talks about the role of microorganisms and soil in the maintenance of biogeochemical cycles. Case studies and real-time examples are also provided for better understanding. This course also speaks about the breakdown of mountains to the soil from where the civilization began.

The certificate provided at the end of the course is signed by instructors and verified by the institution. The certificate adds value to the resume of the candidate and it can be shared on LinkedIn. By pursuing this course, the candidates would gain intelligence in the natural water treatment process, biogeochemical cycling, microbial metabolisms, and aquatic chemistry equilibrium. 

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14 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Environmental Science

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Age of Sustainable Development

The Age of Sustainable Development programme by edX imparts intelligence to all its learners in concepts like economic development, MDGs, planetary boundaries, human rights, universal health coverage, gender equality, education, sustainable food, sustainable cities, and climate changes.

Age of Sustainable Development course also provides knowledge to the candidate on basic concepts in sustainable development that would help the candidate to achieve their goals. The candidate will learn to safeguard biodiversity. The candidate will also learn about the importance of renewable energy resources. This course also speaks about gender equality and offers equal rights to every living being. Various human rights are also discussed in this programme. Pursuing the Age of Sustainable Development certification course will help the nations to flourish without harming the environment.

This online programme is offered in the self-paced mode. The candidates can pursue it either in the paid mode or free mode. In the paid version, the learners will have unlimited access whereas, in the fee version, they will have limited access to the course. 

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14 Weeks
Intermediate
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of law

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Catholic University of Louvain via Edx
Certificate

Asylum and Refugee Law

Acquiring the necessary knowledge on both practical and theoretical aspects of the prevailing laws is a key ingredient in building a career in law. The advanced-level Asylum and Refugee law certification course is ideal for those who want to understand these nuances in law studies. The course is offered by the online educational provider, edX in partnership with Université catholique de Louvain (UNLouvain), one of the oldest universities in England. This online self-paced course is under the guidance of experienced faculty from UNLouvain itself. This  Asylum and Refugee law certification course provides advanced-level knowledge of Law studies for eligible candidates. 

The Asylum and Refugee Law training course mainly highlights the importance of learning the law concepts, especially the Geneva Convention, which helps in improving the legal reasoning of the candidates. The students analyze different definitions in-depth and understand the Usage of conceptual tools along with three-scale theory and a comprehensive approach towards decision-making and a career in law. 

EdX gives two tracks for enrolling in the programme; certificate paid and free audit modes. The first mode provides unlimited access to the programme whereas the second mode renders only limited access. 

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14 Weeks
Expert
Top 10 Social Issues for the Presidents First 100 Days

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Penn via Edx
Certificate

Top 10 Social Issues for the President’s First 100 Days

With the Top 10 Social Issues for the President’s First 100 Days course, candidates get to thoroughly understand the depth & intricacies of the social policy issues constantly facing the newly elected US President & congress. The course, in detail, describes the whole funnel behind a President working with congress to pass new laws and implement social policies that are of very high concern and have a severe impact on human lives and community.

Top 10 Social Issues for the President’s First 100 Days certification course taps into the vast knowledge and ideas of the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice (SP2) faculty and helps candidates examine and understand the most pressing social justice & policy issues which impact the overall population. The pertinent articles concerning the real-time national level issues are regularly provided & the course material is updated after regular intervals to ensure maximum relevance among the candidates related to the course content. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture

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Introduction To Cloud Foundry And Cloud Native Software Architecture

Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture certification course is an introductory course by eDx to cloud factory, which could help in developing the cloud technology skills in the aspirants. The course is structured by The Linux Foundation and this self-paced class is presented under the guidance of experienced instructors. 

The online Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture course offers a free audit period to all enrolled learners which can be upgraded to a verified track account which grants unlimited access to the course, a certification, graded assessments and final examination.

The Introduction to Cloud Foundry and Cloud Native Software Architecture training course covers fundamental concepts related to cloud foundry, including distributions available to end users, an overview of the platform’s components, and what it means to be certified for the course. The learners can take this programme in two modes, namely, paid with a certificate and free without the certificate. When enrolling through the free mode, learners will be given access to the course only for a limited period.

It focuses on giving technical instructions on how to use the command line interface, how applications are deployed, what services are within the system’s context and basic debugging practices. The cloud computing course also includes workshops which grant the student the knowledge of building cloud native applications architecturally and ideologically. 

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of cloud computing
Introduction to Geometry

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Introduction to Geometry

The Introduction to Geometry program, which is provided by edX in association with the SchoolYourself institute, explains geometry to the candidates from the very beginning. It introduces the candidates to the basics of geometry which includes triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons and line segments. It also talks about the history of geometry which began 200 years ago way before rockets were launched and explain the proof of 3D and 2D shapes.

This course does not fail to answer questions like, “What are parallel lines?” or “How big is an angle?” and then gradually proceed to more complex problems and theorems like the Pythagorean and Cavalieri’s principle. The course deals with finding the area of triangles using more than one formula, volume and surface area of different objects and it also discovers many shortcuts to counting numbers.

It explains candidates about the estimates of the size of Earth and teaches about other high school geometry concepts perpendicular lines and segments. Introduction to Geometry course is funded partly by Wertheimer Fund.

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Skills Covered:
Mathematical skill
Introduction to the Open Network Automation Platform Complete Network Automation

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Certification Programme on Introduction to ONAP: Complete Network Automation

The programme on ONAP by edX is formulated to provide every aspiring candidate with a high-level foundation base and a deep understanding of Complete Network Automation and its operation related to the business world. The course in detail will help the candidates to learn the primary techniques of Network Function Virtualization (NFV).

The Certification Programme on Introduction to ONAP: Complete Network Automation helps aspiring students learn how Open Network Automation (ONAP) builds and maintains a virtual and physical network, ensuring better connectivity. The course will allow students to learn about ONAP architecture in detail.

He/she will be taught the basics of understanding customer feedback and work on building a better network connection.  Students during the course will also be guided by professionals and industry leaders. This is a self-paced course and can be pursued by the candidates paid or free. When taking the course in the free mode, the learners will have access only for a limited duration. 

The course also has the provision of providing real-world projects to every candidate ensuring their all-round development. High-level understanding and analysis of business modules is in-corporate to ensure better selling of ONAP-based products.

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14 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Networking

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