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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


  • 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

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    NoSQL systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Systems, MongoDB, Database Software, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Design, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Apache Cassandra, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Graph Theory, Unstructured Data, Maintainability

    ★ 4.3 (170) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Houston

    Math behind Moneyball

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Game Theory, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Simulations, Probability

    ★ 4.5 (97) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, SQL, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, AWS SageMaker, Unsupervised Learning, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Feature Engineering, Database Management, Exploratory Data Analysis, A/B Testing, Tableau Software, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

    ★ 3.8 (27) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Digital Forensics

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

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    System Validation: Automata and behavioural equivalences

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Systems, Communication Systems, Systems Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Automation, Process Modeling, Behavioral Management, System Configuration

    ★ 4.4 (183) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Transfer Learning for NLP with TensorFlow Hub

    Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Model Training, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Software Visualization

    ★ 4.8 (181) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Social Studies, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Scientific Methods, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics, Correlation Analysis, Demography

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

  • N

    Nanjing University

    计算机操作系统

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, File Systems, File Management, Computer Systems, Memory Management, System Software, OS Process Management, System Programming, File I/O, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Program Development, Peripheral Devices, System Design and Implementation, Algorithms, Human Computer Interaction, Data Sharing

    ★ 4.5 (143) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Quantum Mechanics for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Electrical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Physics, Angular, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science

    ★ 4.4 (108) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, MySQL, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Data Persistence, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Operational Databases, Query Languages, Database Management, Databases, Data Import/Export, Data Capture, Spatial Data Analysis, Python Programming, File I/O

    ★ 4.4 (111) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Campus BBVA

    The ABC of sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Sustainability Standards, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Health Equity, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Finance, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Critical Thinking

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

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

  • Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration: Yale University
  • NoSQL systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Math behind Moneyball: University of Houston
  • Python, SQL, Tableau for Data Science: Coursera
  • Cyber Incident Response: Infosec
  • System Validation: Automata and behavioural equivalences: 28DIGITAL
  • Transfer Learning for NLP with TensorFlow Hub: Coursera
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 计算机操作系统: Nanjing University
  • Quantum Mechanics for Engineers: University of Colorado Boulder

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