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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation

    4.8 stars, 234K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (234K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Time Management, Learning Theory, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Habit Formation, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 93K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (93K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • I

    IBM

    IBM AI Foundations for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Literacy, AI Enablement, Machine Learning Methods, Data Mining, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI Product Strategy, Decision Intelligence, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Architecture, Leadership

    4.7 stars, 100K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (100K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming, Model Training, Model Optimization

    4.9 stars, 124K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (124K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Model Training, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

    4.9 stars, 33K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (33K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, File Management, Development Environment

    4.9 stars, 97K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (97K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    The Science of Gastronomy

    Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Sensory Systems Analysis, Biochemistry, Aesthetics, Color Theory, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physiology, Psychology

    4.6 stars, 791 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Data Science in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Probability & Statistics, Programming Principles, Text Mining

    4.5 stars, 27K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (27K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    IBM

    Key Technologies for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Responsible AI, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Data Literacy, Cloud Deployment, Machine Learning Methods, Data Mining, Cloud Security, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Cloud Technologies, Prompt Patterns, Big Data, Data Analysis, Data Science, Business

    4.7 stars, 107K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (107K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

    4.8 stars, 810 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (810) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Physics, Differential Equations, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Derivatives

    4.9 stars, 748 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (748) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Fundamentals of Fluid-Solid Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Structural Engineering, Biological Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations

    4.8 stars, 737 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (737) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python): University of Michigan
  • Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • IBM AI Foundations for Business: IBM
  • Neural Networks and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification: DeepLearning.AI
  • Python Data Structures: University of Michigan
  • The Science of Gastronomy: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Data Science in Python: University of Michigan
  • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
  • Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories: Georgia Institute of Technology

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