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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


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Measuring Disease in Epidemiology

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Preventative Care, Infectious Diseases, Program Evaluation, Risk Analysis, Quantitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Health Policy, Science and Research, Research, General Science and Research

    4.8 stars, 808 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (808) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Análisis de Sistemas de Transporte

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Transportation Management, Traffic Flow Optimization, Network Analysis, Operations Research, Systems Analysis, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Demand Planning, Mathematical Modeling, Econometrics, Markov Model, Cost Benefit Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Social Impact, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 784 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (784) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

    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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  • 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

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  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging

    4.6 stars, 300 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (300) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Duke University

    Python Essentials for MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), NumPy, Unit Testing, Model Deployment, Data Manipulation, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Applied Machine Learning, Test Automation, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Data Processing, Debugging, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting

    4.2 stars, 376 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (376) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Biology Everywhere

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Human Development, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Child Development, Food and Beverage, General Science and Research, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Chemistry, Music, Decision Making

    4.5 stars, 405 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (405) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    GenAI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI literacy, Social Impact, Organizational Effectiveness, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Operational Efficiency, Human Centered Design, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Natural Language Processing, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.4 stars, 478 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Human Development, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Social Studies, Life Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Research, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Epidemiology

    4.8 stars, 610 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (610) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Miami

    Additive Manufacturing Scientific Concepts and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Biological Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, AI Integrations, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Technology, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence, Production Process, Biotechnology, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, SQL, Data Security, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Sharing, Security Controls, Data Access

    4.5 stars, 310 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular material science courses

  • Measuring Disease in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
  • Análisis de Sistemas de Transporte: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Hands-on Internet of Things: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Manufacturing Process Analysis: University at Buffalo
  • Challenging Forensic Science: How Science Should Speak to Court: University of Lausanne
  • Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java: Universidad de los Andes
  • Python Essentials for MLOps: Duke University
  • Biology Everywhere: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GenAI for Everyone: Fractal Analytics
  • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota

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