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Materials Courses

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


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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar, Communication

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Materials science, Construction, Calculus

    4.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Chemical Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Solid Waste Processing and Treatment

    Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Sustainable Engineering, Thermal Management, Land Management, Process Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Lithium Based Batteries

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Materials science, Chemistry, Electrical Safety, Energy and Utilities, Performance Testing, Sustainable Technologies, Electronics, Manufacturing Processes

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    West Virginia University

    Wood Science: Beyond Building

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Economics, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Supply And Demand, Environmental Science, Product Knowledge, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Engineering, Construction

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Building Materials and Human Health

    Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Health Disparities, Sustainable Architecture, Building Design, Sustainable Design, Hazard Analysis, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Social Justice, Product Lifecycle Management

    4.8
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Promotional Materials Every Musician Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Writing, Layout Design, Copywriting, Music, Content Creation, Branding, Design, Target Audience, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Electrical Properties and Semiconductors

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Materials science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Semiconductor and MEMS Fabrication

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Finite Element Methods, Medical Devices, Materials science, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Electronics, Quality Assurance, Process Control, Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Processes, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Computer Architecture, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.9
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    L&T EduTech

    Concreting Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Structural Analysis, Product Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Analytical Testing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • Chinese for Beginners: Peking University
  • 材料力學一 (Mechanics of Materials (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Nanotechnology and Nanosensors, Part1: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Solid Waste Processing and Treatment: L&T EduTech
  • Lithium Based Batteries: Arizona State University
  • Wood Science: Beyond Building: West Virginia University
  • Building Materials and Human Health: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Promotional Materials Every Musician Needs: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electrical Properties and Semiconductors: Arizona State University

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