Material science courses can help you learn about the properties of materials, material selection, nanotechnology, and the principles of thermodynamics. You can build skills in analyzing material behavior, conducting experiments, and applying statistical methods to interpret data. Many courses introduce tools such as scanning electron microscopes, X-ray diffraction, and software for modeling material properties, that support practical applications in industries like aerospace, electronics, and biomedical engineering.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, Data Analysis, Debugging, Machine Learning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, Infrastructure Security, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software
★ 4.6 (860) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, White-Box Testing, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Project Management, Project Planning
★ 4.6 (678) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Fine-tuning, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Management, Generative Model Architectures, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Supervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Infrastructure Architecture, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Data Infrastructure, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization
★ 4.5 (396) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Liberal Arts, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Physical Science, Physics, Research Methodologies
★ 4.7 (962) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Community Development, Initiative and Leadership, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Empowerment, Overcoming Obstacles, Experimentation, Decision Making, Goal Setting
★ 4.9 (1.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edge Impulse
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Model Deployment, Convolutional Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Computer Programming
★ 4.8 (763) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Product Development, New Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Market Research, Microsoft 365, Product Planning, Product Requirements, Agile Product Development, AI Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Strategy, Market Analysis, Business Research, Compliance Management, Competitive Analysis, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Enterprise Security, Agile Methodology
★ 4.5 (318) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Psychological Evaluations, Quantitative Research, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Experimentation, Tenacity, Program Evaluation, Personal Attributes, Persistence, Data Collection, Journals, Surveys, Statistical Methods, Reliability
★ 4.4 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Business Planning, Plan Execution, Agentic systems, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Payment Systems, Governance, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Strategic Partnership, Financial Regulation, Ledgers (Accounting), Work Breakdown Structure, Design Elements And Principles, Cryptography, Emerging Technologies
★ 4.7 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management, Secure Coding, Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Network Protocols
★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms
★ 4.7 (936) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Data Structures, Test Automation, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Test Tools, Test Case, Software Testing
★ 4.6 (732) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months