Free Online CPU Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Johns Hopkins University

CUDA at Scale for the Enterprise (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Dive into 'CUDA at Scale for the Enterprise' and master the art of leveraging GPU power beyond consumer-grade installations. This course is designed for professionals looking to scale their use of CUDA technology within enterprise applications. Learn how to implement asynchronous workflows, manage data transfers with events, and apply GPUs to sorting algorithms and image processing tasks.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

GPU Image Processing CPU

Coursera

Illinois Tech

Computer and Peripheral Hardware (Coursera)

CS: Information & Technology

Discover the inner workings of computers and peripherals with our introductory course on Computer and Peripheral Hardware. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your understanding, this course will equip you with essential knowledge about computer hardware components, their roles, and how they interact within a system.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Computer Hardware Storage

FutureLearn

Raspberry Pi Foundation

Understanding Computer Systems (FutureLearn)

Education Computer Science

Discover the intricate world of computer systems on this comprehensive FutureLearn course designed for computing teachers. Explore what happens when you power up your device, delve into the interaction between hardware and software, and learn to effectively work with technology by understanding its fundamental operations.

Nov 1st 2021

3 Weeks

Software Computing Hardware

EdX

IBM

Hardware and Operating Systems (edX)

CS: Information & Technology

Dive into the fundamentals of computer hardware and operating systems with this expert-led course. Learn how to set up an OS, understand key hardware components like motherboards, CPUs, and hard drives, and build a strong foundation for any tech-related role.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Computing Hardware Operating Systems

EdX

Arm Education,ArmEducationX

Introduction to Microprocessors (edX)

Computer Science

Dive into the world of computer hardware with our Introduction to Microprocessors course. Explore the inner workings of PCs, understand the roles of key components, and learn how they communicate and process data. This course serves as a crucial foundation for both hardware engineers and software developers alike.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Computer Architecture Microprocessors ALU

EdX

Linux Foundation,LinuxFoundationX

Building a RISC-V CPU Core (edX)

CS: Design & Product

Embark on an exciting journey into hardware creation with 'Building a RISC-V CPU Core'. This course is designed for tech enthusiasts and beginners alike, offering hands-on experience in designing a functional RISC-V CPU core. With no prerequisites required, you'll dive straight into learning digital logic design and microarchitecture using cutting-edge tools.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Verilog Open Source Digital Logic