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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Thermal Management, Electrical Safety, Electrical Power, Building Codes, Electric Power Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Automation, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    288 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Columbia University

    Causal Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Experimentation, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Research Design

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    107 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI and Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Supervised Learning, Information Privacy, AI literacy, Data Preprocessing, Environmental Monitoring, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    252 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Pain Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    How Diffusion Models Work

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Jupyter, AI Personalization, Model Training, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    279 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    CFD Simulation Through a Centrifugal Pump

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Engineering Design Process, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Cloud Engineering, Hydraulics, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    291 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Mobile App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, iOS Development, Other Mobile Programming Languages, Flutter (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Apple iOS, Android Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Application Development, Swift Programming, Test Tools, React Native, Apple Xcode, Application Frameworks, Web Applications, Cross Platform Development, Software Testing, Cloud Hosting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    218 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Materials science, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Design, Structural Engineering, Hydraulics, Geometry, Manufacturing Processes, Vibrations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Matplotlib, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Statistics, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    204 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Hearing Loss in Children

    Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Pediatrics, Speech Therapy, Communication Disorders, Language Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Child Health, Parent Communication, Disabilities, Childhood Education and Development, Sensory Systems Analysis, Public Health, Child Development, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Treatment, Special Education, Clinical Assessment, Adaptive Equipment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    238 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, OpenAI, Data Storytelling, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Dashboard Creation, AI literacy, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Data Synthesis, Python Programming, Data Processing, SQL, Query Languages

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    183 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Electric Vehicle Systems and Technologies: Coursera
  • Causal Inference: Columbia University
  • AI and Public Health: DeepLearning.AI
  • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
  • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
  • CFD Simulation Through a Centrifugal Pump: Coursera
  • Introduction to Mobile App Development: IBM
  • Science and Technology in the Silla Cultural Heritage: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports: University of Michigan
  • Hearing Loss in Children: University of Michigan

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