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    Study geology to understand Earth's processes and history. Learn about rocks, minerals, plate tectonics, and geological formations.

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      University of Arizona

      Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environmental Science, Research, Biochemistry, Physical Science, Science and Research, Microbiology, Physics, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Chemistry

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Spatial Analysis, Land Management, Data Analysis

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Research, Physical Science, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Archaeoastronomy

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Architectural Design, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Physical Science, World History, Scientific Methods

      4.5
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Arctic Meltdown

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environment, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, International Relations, Governance, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Monitoring, Socioeconomics, Environmental Resource Management, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Economics, Transportation Operations, Water Resources, Global Positioning Systems, Cultural Diversity, Demography, Simulations, World History

      4.7
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      École Polytechnique

      Seismology to Earthquake Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Vibrations, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Risk Control, Physical Science, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Data Capture, Geospatial Mapping, NoSQL, Relational Databases, Spatial Analysis, SQL, Databases, Metadata Management, Data Manipulation, Data Storage, Data Modeling

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Case Studies in Geostatistical Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Geostatistics, Spatial Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Integration, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Estimation, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Simulation and Simulation Software

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Disaster Preparedness

      Skills you'll gain: Triage, Safety and Security, Medical Emergency, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Fire And Life Safety, Safety Training, Public Safety and National Security, Mitigation, Accident Prevention, Emergency Medicine, Health And Safety Standards, Personal Care, First Aid, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Adaptability, Resourcefulness, Risk Analysis, Communication

      4.7
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      What is Climate Change?

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Scientific Methods, Environmental Policy, Political Sciences, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Water Resources, Media and Communications, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Copenhagen

      Origins - Formation of the Universe, Solar System, Earth and Life

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Anthropology, Biology, Physical Science, World History, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Physics, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Environment, Physical Science, Environmental Issue, Physics, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Simulations, Environmental Science, Chemistry

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular geology courses

    • Astrobiology: Exploring Other Worlds: University of Arizona
    • GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh
    • Archaeoastronomy: Politecnico di Milano
    • Arctic Meltdown: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Seismology to Earthquake Engineering: École Polytechnique
    • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Case Studies in Geostatistical Modeling : Case Western Reserve University
    • Disaster Preparedness: University of Pittsburgh
    • What is Climate Change?: University of Colorado Boulder

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