Online and Remote Learning

Unleash the power of data science in the realm of self-driving laboratories. This remote, asynchronous course empowers you to apply data science concepts to materials discovery tasks. You’ll create Bayesian optimization scripts, explore advanced optimization topics, and adapt templates to create an advanced optimization setup for a materials discovery task. Topics will include multi-objective, constrained, high-dimensional, multi-fidelity, batch, asynchronous, and domain-aware Bayesian optimization. Additionally, you’ll learn to share your findings by uploading datasets to a data repository, creating benchmark models, and hosting models on data science platforms. This course is presented in partnership with the Acceleration Consortium at the University of Toronto. This is an online, self-directed course, and you can work through the modules at your own pace. You can expect to complete the course in a month but have up to 1 year to complete it. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Describe and categorize a materials discovery task using data science language and concepts Customize a Bayesian optimization script to systematically identify the optimal chocolate chip cookie recipe, demonstrating practical application of optimization techniques Evaluate and select an advanced optimization setup that is best suited for a specific materials discovery task, showcasing critical analysis and decision-making skills Develop and execute a program to upload a dataset to a public database, construct a benchmark model, and deploy it online, illustrating proficiency in data sharing and model hosting Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Data science literacy Bayesian optimization Advanced Bayesian optimization Workflow orchestration Benchmarking

Embark on a journey into the world of robotics and automation for self-driving laboratories. This asynchronous, remote course equips you with the skills to control peristaltic pumps, linear actuators, automated liquid handlers, and solid dispensers using a microcontroller, a motor driver, and a workflow orchestration package. You’ll also learn to control mobile cobots and perform spatial referencing and ID recognition via computer vision. The course will conclude with a solid sample transfer workflow using a multi-axis robot. Remotely accessible resources will be provided as necessary. This course is presented in partnership with the Acceleration Consortium at the University of Toronto. This is an online, self-directed course, and you can work through the modules at your own pace. You can expect to complete the course in a month but have up to 1 year to complete it. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Design and execute software to manage a peristaltic pump’s operations using a microcontroller and motor driver, demonstrating application and integration skills Construct the “Digital Pipette” and develop software to manipulate the linear actuator, showcasing capabilities in hardware assembly and software programming Operate an automated liquid handler, such as Jubilee or Opentrons, to accurately transfer liquid between vials, demonstrating proficiency in laboratory automation techniques Exhibit the ability to control a mobile collaborative robot (cobot) using the ROS framework, reflecting advanced understanding and operational skills in robotics Showcase the use of OpenCV and AprilTags for spatial referencing and ID lookup, illustrating advanced skills in computer vision and object identification Configure and utilize ROS, AprilTags, and a multi-axis robot to execute solid sample transfers, demonstrating integrated skills in robotics programming and operation Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Motor drivers Serial communication Automated liquid handlers Robotic control Robotic simulation Computer vision Automated solid handlers

Elevate your software development skills in the context of self-driving laboratories. This asynchronous, remote course introduces software development concepts and best practices and productivity tools such as integrated development environments (IDEs) with VS Code, unit testing with pytest, continuous integration via GitHub actions, and documentation creation using Sphinx and Read the Docs. You’ll also learn to deploy materials discovery campaigns on cloud servers or dedicated hardware and run offline simulations using cloud hosting. This course is presented in partnership with the Acceleration Consortium at the University of Toronto. This is an online, self-directed course, and you can work through the modules at your own pace. You can expect to complete the course in a month but have up to 1 year to complete it. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Enumerate and explain software development best practices along with their corresponding benefits, demonstrating understanding and recall Identify and evaluate various productivity tools for developers, highlighting how they enhance efficiency, to demonstrate analytical and selection skill Compose and execute unit tests using pytest to validate code functionality, demonstrating application and analysis skills in software testing Generate comprehensive Python documentation utilizing Sphinx and Read The Docs, illustrating proficiency in documentation practices and tools Design and deploy a continuous integration (CI) pipeline using GitHub Actions, showcasing the ability to integrate and automate software development processes Construct a reusable project template using PyScaffold, demonstrating skills in enhancing project setup efficiency and standardization Initiate and manage a cloud or local hardware server to execute a materials discovery campaign, demonstrating capabilities in server management and deployment for scientific computing Set up and execute an offline simulation on a cloud hosting service, illustrating the ability to leverage cloud resources for complex computational tasks Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Software development literacy Version control Unit testing Documentation Compute hardware Cloud computing

Many people aspire to become top performers, but only a few succeed. In this course, you’ll discover proven principles and strategies to help you develop a more collaborative thinking style and growth mindset. You’ll use attentive listening to increase self-awareness and demonstrate your commitment to participation and positivity. You’ll build relationships so you can assess needs, map resources, leverage feedback and handle adversity. By choosing to embrace failure, you’ll increase your chances for success while learning to manage your reputation. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Recognize opportunities for self awareness through attentive listening Choose to embrace failure Demonstrate a commitment to participation Assess needs and mapping resources effectively Design processes for valuing contributions Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Empathy Positivity Social Consciousness Relationship Building Collaboration

Conflict is inevitable in business. In this interactive course, you’ll learn how to turn that from a negative into a catalyst for positive change. You’ll use group exercises and role-play to become more adaptable and approach conflict more effectively. You’ll explore best practices in communication that strengthen your leadership and negotiation skills. You’ll emerge better equipped to coach employees, analyze the needs of diverse audiences, and create effective and inclusive narratives that persuade them to see your point of view. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Recognize and chart observations for delegation Develop strong diction, tone and vocal variance Analyze audiences with diverse needs and/or backgrounds Design effective and agile narrative structures Define and prioritize objectives in preparation for negotiation Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Coaching Persuasion Inclusion Storytelling Conflict Management

This course is dedicated to disrupting entrenched patterns of thinking and behaviour that adversely affect business outcomes, underutilize talent, and lead to resource wastage. You will learn to develop a self-disciplined mindset that emphasizes proactive action over passivity and effectively minimizes risks at the individual, team, and organizational levels. Through the power of critical, creative and collaborative thinking, you will be empowered with strategies and insights to break free from limiting habits, fostering a culture of dynamic and responsible decision-making that drives success in the business environment. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Demonstrate an ability to imagine, and play Understand the process and power of logical reasoning Explain your choices in processing information Perform effective searches using diverse sources Define the parameters and goals of the problem Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Creativity Critical Thinking Data Driven Decision Making Digital Literacy Problem Solving

Need to rally your troops to new heights? In this fast, focused course, you’ll learn how to engage and manage employees and better align their efforts with organizational strategy. You’ll work on talent selection and development, performance coaching and team-building models that embrace accountability, reduce conflict and amp up commitment. You’ll identify and define leadership styles, evaluate attitude and effort and produce processes that drive change. You’ll become more adept at creating organizational efficiency, defining team values and measuring performance. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Identify and define various leadership styles Evaluate attitude and effort in relation to goals Produce processes that drive change Design effective timelines for organizational efficiency Define team values for effective performance measurement Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Team Engagement Talent Management Cultural Curation Project Management Accountability

Leaders can only achieve great results through the efforts of others. In this course, you’ll discover how to create a culture that fosters cooperation and promotes personal and team success. You’ll learn how to manage the diverse and complex world of human performance by supporting behaviours that cultivate trust. You’ll increase workplace collaboration by developing opportunities to share and value collective insights. You’ll create a reflective practice built on turn-taking and self-regulation and the ability to see problems as opportunities. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Recognize the importance of turn taking and self-regulation Justify the need to see problems as opportunities Construct a culture that fosters cooperation Support behaviours that cultivate trust Develop opportunities to share / value collective insights Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Empathy Positivity Social Consciousness Relationship Building Collaboration

The one predictable thing in business in unpredictability. When every interpersonal encounter can turn on a dime, you have to be able to effectively communicate and respond to the needs of your team. In this course, you’ll explore motivational factors, reinforcements and employee-centred approaches that generate extraordinary results. You’ll learn how to engage employees at times of fear and uncertainty, increasing your comfort level and theirs. You’ll acquire greater negotiation skills and be better able to deal with diverse audiences. Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to: Formulate intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation techniques Demonstrate body gestures and positioning for maximum engagement Choose content and style that accounts for diverse audiences Define the problem for maximum audience resonance Understand options for an effective negotiation process Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Coaching Persuasion Inclusion Storytelling Conflict Management

One of the greatest gifts a leader could give an organization is to develop a highly effective team of solution providers. Yet in today’s world of global competition, multi-generational differences, competing priorities and personal agendas - solving problems and effectively executing strategy is a rare commodity. This course demonstrates how to collect, distil, and leverage data insights to provide critical and creative data-driven decisions. More strategic internal and external problem solving is just one course away! Within 4-6 weeks of successfully completing this course, you will receive your micro-credential indicating achievement of the outlined learning outcomes and competencies/skills. Micro-credentials are tamper proof, verifiable, blockchain-based and 100% digital. They can be shared on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook, embedded in websites or downloaded as PDFs. By the end of this micro course, you'll be able to:                      Combine, cluster, connect different ideas and information with purpose Assess the value of inductive vs. deductive logic processes Analyse and interpret diverse data for a defined goal Characterize and categorize online sources using proper citations Prototype solutions given situational constraints Competencies/skills developed in this micro course include: Creativity Critical Thinking Data Driven Decision Making Digital Literacy Problem Solving