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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 Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Program Development, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Data Storage, Scripting

    ★ 4.5 (180) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Basics of Extracellular Vesicles

    Skills you'll gain: Blood Collection, Specimen Collection, Specimen Processing, Specimen Preparation, Laboratory Testing, Cell Cultures, Biochemical Assays, Cell Biology, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology

    ★ 4.7 (355) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Memory Management

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

  • U

    University of London

    3D Models for Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Game Design, Performance Tuning

    ★ 4.6 (386) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Linear Algebra, R Programming, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.6 (108) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Business Continuity, Risk Control, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Security Controls

    ★ 4.6 (159) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Conflict Management, Presentations, Teamwork, Technical Communication, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Proposal Writing, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Target Audience, Oral Expression, Strategic Communication, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking

    ★ 4.9 (78) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

    ★ 4.5 (352) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Introduction to Reproduction

    Skills you'll gain: Gynecology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Anatomy, Family Planning, Endocrinology, Oncology, Urology, Physiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology, Cell Biology

    ★ 4.7 (550) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    More C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Management, Game Design, Data Structures, Application Development, Program Development, Cross Platform Development, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.8 (625) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    New York University

    Cyber Attack Countermeasures

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Security Controls, Cyber Attacks, Encryption, Key Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Single Sign-On (SSO)

    ★ 4.7 (711) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

    Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Risk Control, Vulnerability, Research, Case Studies, Hydrology, Emergency Response, Water Resources, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Physical Science

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

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

  • Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal: University of Colorado System
  • Basics of Extracellular Vesicles: University of California, Irvine
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • 3D Models for Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
  • Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to Reproduction: Northwestern University
  • More C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System

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