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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


  • L

    LearnKartS

    Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Prioritization, Conflict Management, Time Management, De-escalation Techniques, Communication, Stress Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving, Closing (Sales), Critical Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Priorities, Goal-Oriented, Professionalism, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness

    4.7 stars, 414 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (414) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Education, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Health Education, Health Promotion, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Child Health, Preventative Care, Health Disparities, Working With Children, Health Equity, Family Support, Exercise Science, Community Development, Student Engagement, Community Outreach, Student Support and Services, Health Policy

    4.7 stars, 882 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Code Free Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Unsupervised Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Model Evaluation, No-Code Development, Software Installation

    4.3 stars, 217 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (217) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Number Theory and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 609 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (609) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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    LearnQuest

    Ethics in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, AI Security, OpenAI, Data Collection, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Game Theory, Large Language Modeling, Algorithms, AI literacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Analysis

    4.6 stars, 999 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (999) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Enterprise Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Product Lifecycle Management, Verification And Validation, Process Analysis

    4.4 stars, 909 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (909) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Safety Standards, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Safety, Environmental Regulations, Power Electronics, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Design, Hydraulics, Basic Electrical Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Physics, Applied Mathematics

    4.7 stars, 663 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (663) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Hands-on Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Networking Hardware, Network Infrastructure, Network Routers, General Networking, Embedded Software, Network Switches, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Administration, Network Routing, Infrastructure Security, Local Area Networks, Telecommunications, Communication Systems, Distributed Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.7 stars, 632 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (632) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

    Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Risk Control, Vulnerability, Emergency Response, Hydrology, Physical Science, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 707 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (707) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Statistics for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Data Pipelines, Logistic Regression, Analysis

    4.2 stars, 383 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (383) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Lausanne

    Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Statistical Reporting, Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Laboratory Reports, Scientific Methods, Investigation, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Research, Technical Communication, Case Studies, Molecular Biology, Verification And Validation

    4.9 stars, 533 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (533) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Data Collection, Systems Analysis, Data Storage, Manufacturing Operations, Systems Engineering, Data Cleansing, Failure Analysis, Digital Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Big Data, Data Analysis Software, Computing Platforms

    4.6 stars, 1.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Mastering Self Management Skills for Career Growth: LearnKartS
  • Healthy Practices: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Community and Family Participation: University of Colorado System
  • Code Free Data Science: University of California San Diego
  • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
  • Ethics in the Age of AI: LearnQuest
  • MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering: University at Buffalo
  • Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes: University of Pennsylvania
  • Hands-on Internet of Things: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Statistics for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University

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