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Materials courses can help you learn about the properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, as well as techniques for testing and analyzing these materials. You can build skills in material selection, failure analysis, and sustainability practices in material usage. Many courses introduce tools like CAD software for design, finite element analysis for stress testing, and various laboratory techniques for material characterization, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical settings.

Popular Materials Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Infographics, Interactive Data Visualization, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Verbal Strategic Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Stress Management

    ★ 4.6 (267) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Engineering, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Engineering, Biological Engineering, Physics, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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

  • G

    Google Cloud

    API Security on Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: OAuth, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Restful API, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Application Security, Data Security, JSON, Identity and Access Management, Cryptographic Protocols, Threat Management

    ★ 4.6 (841) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Matplotlib, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Statistics, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

    ★ 4.4 (204) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Technical Support and Services, Help Desk Support, Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, Cyber Attacks, Information Technology Operations, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, General Networking, Database Software, Operating Systems, Package and Software Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Peripheral Devices, Project Management

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

  • R

    Rice University

    Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Concision, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Collaboration, Proofreading, Grammar, Professionalism, Planning

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

  • Y

    Yale University

    Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environment, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Environmental Issue, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Philanthropy, Social Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Finance, Financial Analysis

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

  • U

    Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona

    Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Music, Open Source Technology, Python Programming, Applied Mathematics, Classification Algorithms, Algorithms

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

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Safety in the Utility Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Environmental Regulations, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Standards, Occupational Health, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environment Health And Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Injury Prevention, Safety and Security, Fire And Life Safety, First Aid

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Hardware Design, Reliability, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Computer Hardware, Thermal Management, Engineering, Technical Design, Mechanical Design, Systems Integration, Mechanical Engineering, Technology Roadmaps, Electrical Systems, Manufacturing Processes

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

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Primary and Secondary Batteries

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Sustainable Technologies, Capacity Management, Engineering Calculations, Performance Testing

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

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Public Health in Humanitarian Crises 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Water Resources, Social and Human Services, Chronic Diseases, Emergency Response, Nutritional Assessment, Environment Health And Safety, Nutrition and Diet, Community Health, Health Systems, Water Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Epidemiology, Health Care, Infectious Diseases, Mitigation, Patient Treatment

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

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular materials courses

  • Oral Communication for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • API Security on Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
  • Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports: University of Michigan
  • Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone: IBM
  • Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration: Yale University
  • Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications: Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
  • Safety in the Utility Industry : University at Buffalo
  • Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging: Arizona State University

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