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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Mathematical Modeling, Geometry, Graphing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Codio

    Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fudan University

    网络游戏设计与开发

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Intellectual Property, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Mobile Development, Android Development, Animation and Game Design, Cloud Deployment, Conceptual Design, Application Deployment, Android (Operating System), User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development Tools, Cross Platform Development, Market Dynamics, Performance Tuning

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    172 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Actúa ante el dolor crónico

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Patient Education and Support, Stress Management, Care Management, Personal Care, Chronic Diseases, Resilience, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Mental Health, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication, Exercise Therapy, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    294 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, User Experience, Experience Design, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Usability, Human Centered Design, Design Reviews, Ideation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    182 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Graph Theory, Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Control of Nonlinear Spacecraft Attitude Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Artificial Intelligence: An Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Robotics, Computer Hardware

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    203 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Design Reviews, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulations, Digital pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Prompt Patterns, Curriculum Planning, Interactive Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Experimentation, Research, Peer Review, Design Strategies, Physics, Chemistry

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    153 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Matlab, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Mathematical Software, Data Literacy, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Applied Mathematics, Data Validation, Data Quality, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    143 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Bestseller
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    G

    Google

    Google Data Analysis with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Package and Software Management, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Integration, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Science, Data Structures, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Storage, Computational Logic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    145 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Operating Systems, Service Level

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    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    122 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots: Johns Hopkins University
  • Python Basic Structures: Lists, Strings, and Files: Codio
  • 网络游戏设计与开发: Fudan University
  • Actúa ante el dolor crónico: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • User Experience & Interaction Design for AR/VR/MR/XR: University of Michigan
  • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
  • Control of Nonlinear Spacecraft Attitude Motion: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Artificial Intelligence: An Overview: Politecnico di Milano
  • Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow

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