University of Alberta Courses

Mountains 101

622 reviews

Mountains 101­­ is a broad and integrated overview of the mountain world. This 12-lesson course covers an interdisciplinary field of study focusing on the physical, biological, and human dimensions of mountain places in Alberta, Canada, and around the wo…

• Coursera
• 16 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

160 reviews

Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology is a 12-lesson course teaching a comprehensive overview of non-avian dinosaurs.

• Coursera
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds

49 reviews

Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds is a five-lesson course teaching a comprehensive overview of the origins of birds. This course examines the anatomy, diversity, and evolution of theropod dinosaurs in relation to the origin of bird…

• Coursera
• 8 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Sample-based Learning Methods

42 reviews

Explore sample-based learning methods in reinforcement learning, including Monte Carlo, temporal difference, and Dyna. Learn to estimate value functions, implement algorithms, and improve sample efficiency.

• Coursera
• 22 hours 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Object-Oriented Design

41 reviews

Learn object-oriented design principles and UML to create modular, flexible software. Apply concepts like inheritance, encapsulation, and design patterns to improve Java coding skills and software architecture.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Paleontology: Ancient Marine Reptiles

33 reviews

Explore the evolutionary adaptations of extinct marine reptiles, focusing on ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs, and mosasaurs. Discover their diverse forms, unique features, and solutions to aquatic life challenges over millions of years.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Paleontology: Early Vertebrate Evolution

31 reviews

Explore vertebrate origins, evolution of fins, jaws, and tetrapod limbs. Examine key fossil sites and early vertebrate diversity using phylogenetics. Gain insights into major anatomical innovations and ancient aquatic environments.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Design Patterns

28 reviews

Learn to apply design patterns for creating flexible, reusable software. Gain skills in identifying and refactoring problematic code, and implement patterns in Java for Android applications.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

A Complete Reinforcement Learning System (Capstone)

26 reviews

Implement a complete reinforcement learning solution, from problem formulation to empirical study, developing skills to deploy RL in real-world scenarios.

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• 15 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning

24 reviews

Reinforcement Learning is a subfield of Machine Learning, but is also a general purpose formalism for automated decision-making and AI. This course introduces you to statistical learning techniques where an agent explicitly takes actions and interacts wi…

• Coursera
• 15 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Prediction and Control with Function Approximation

22 reviews

Explore advanced reinforcement learning techniques for large state spaces, including function approximation, feature construction, and policy gradient methods. Apply these concepts to solve continuous-state control tasks.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Software Architecture

19 reviews

Explore software architecture principles, UML diagrams, architectural styles, and practical applications. Learn to design, document, and evaluate effective software structures for various systems.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Software Product Management

12 reviews

Learn to build better software through effective product management, covering Agile principles, processes, requirements, planning, and monitoring for successful software development.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Astro 101: Black Holes

9 reviews

Explore black holes, from their formation to detection, covering essential properties, types, and recent research. Learn astronomy, relativity, and quantum physics concepts through engaging analogies and plain language.

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• 18 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Indigenous Canada

9 reviews

Explore Indigenous histories and perspectives in Canada, covering topics like fur trade, treaties, legal systems, activism, and contemporary life. Gain insights into complex Indigenous-settler relations.

• Coursera
• 20 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)