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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


  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Introduction to Communication Science

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Liberal Arts

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Quantum computing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Cryptographic Protocols, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Combinatorics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (961) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The University of Tokyo

    From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Experimentation

    ★ 4.8 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Selective Laser Sintering and Metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Process Validation, Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Laboratory Equipment, Systems Of Measurement, Process Analysis, Process Control, Machine Controls, Materials science, Laboratory Testing

    ★ 4.9 (24) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Python and Data Science Bootcamp

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Unit Testing, Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, File I/O, Data Visualization Software, Algorithms, Interactive Data Visualization, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Growth Mindedness, Action Oriented, Goal-Oriented, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Positivity, Goal Setting, Conscientiousness, Resilience, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Planning, Learning Strategies, Social Network Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Building a Data Science Team

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Onboarding, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, New Hire Orientations, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Leadership, People Management, Technical Management, Staff Management, Recruitment, Full Cycle Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Empowerment, Data Science, Cross-Functional Collaboration

    ★ 4.5 (3.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Systems Development, Simulations, Solution Architecture, Agentic systems, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Markov Model, Decision Intelligence, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Sharing, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Geostatistics, Epidemiology, Community Health, Image Analysis, Land Development, Project Management

    ★ 4.8 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Data Science and Statistical Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Statistics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Storage, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Statistical Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Mathematics, Interactive Data Visualization, Calculus, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma and the Organization (Advanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement, Process Capability, Process Analysis, Business Process Management, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Development, Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D), Project Design, Project Planning, Quality Control, Customer Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (3.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Power Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, USB, Electrical Power, Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Simulations

    ★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Communication Science: University of Amsterdam
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • From the Big Bang to Dark Energy: The University of Tokyo
  • Selective Laser Sintering and Metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion: Arizona State University
  • The Complete Python and Data Science Bootcamp: Packt
  • The Science of Success: What Researchers Know that You Should Know: University of Michigan
  • Building a Data Science Team: Johns Hopkins University
  • Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS): University of California, Davis
  • Foundations of Data Science and Statistical Methods: John Wiley & Sons

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