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Material Science Courses

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.

Popular Material Science Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google

    AI for Research and Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Google Workspace

    ★ 4.7 (762) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedding Sensors and Motors

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering

    ★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Metadata Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Quantitative Research, Data Compilation, Data Literacy, Data Access, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Typography, Data Wrangling

    ★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    The Chemistry of Life

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Scientific Methods, Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Physical Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Quantum computing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Cryptographic Protocols, Applied Mathematics, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Combinatorics, Data Science, Mathematical Software, Computer Science, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (970) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    IBM

    JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Front-End Web Development, React Redux, Ajax, Database Development, Database Application, Server Side, Back-End Web Development, NoSQL, Javascript, Full-Stack Web Development, React.js, Performance Tuning, API Design, Data Structures, MongoDB, Debugging, JavaScript Frameworks

    ★ 4.4 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Java, Android (Operating System), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mockups, Java Programming, Data Persistence, Application Deployment, JSON, Web Services, Application Design, Object Oriented Design, Restful API, Mobile Development Tools, Application Development, Data Storage Technologies, Software Design, Instagram

    ★ 4.6 (1.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    American Museum of Natural History

    The Science of Stem Cells

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Biomedical Technology, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Ethics, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Biology, Biological Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI literacy, Brainstorming, AI powered creativity, Email Automation, Ideation, Timelines, AI Enablement, LLM Application, AI Personalization, Taking Meeting Minutes, Concision, Large Language Modeling, Business Writing

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Social Network Analysis in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Algorithms

    ★ 4.6 (2.7K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Telecommunications, Communication Systems, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Color Theory, Applied Mathematics, Estimation, Model Optimization

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Meta

    Programming in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Script Development, Programming Principles, Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Debugging, Django (Web Framework), Functional Design, Package and Software Management, Cloud Hosting

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

  • AI for Research and Insights: Google
  • Embedding Sensors and Motors: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis: University of Toronto
  • The Chemistry of Life: Pearson
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB: IBM
  • Desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles con Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Science of Stem Cells: American Museum of Natural History
  • Design Prompts for Everyday Work Tasks: Google
  • Applied Social Network Analysis in Python: University of Michigan

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