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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


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Chemical Hazards and Process Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Process Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Fire And Life Safety, Safety Assurance, Occupational Health, Health And Safety Standards, Safety Training, Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Accident Prevention, Safety Standards, Electrical Safety, Risk Mitigation, Risk Control

    ★ 4.8 (329) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    ¡¿Cómo?! ¿Química en mi casa?

    Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Environment, Drug Interaction, Environment and Resource Management, Materials science, Hand Hygiene

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education and Training, Multimedia, Educational Materials, Adaptive Equipment, Pedagogy, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Developmental Disabilities, Instructional Design, Visual Impairment Education, Diversity Awareness, Labor Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, Microsoft Office

    ★ 4.6 (249) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Adobe

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Adobe Express, Target Audience, Marketing Materials, Promotions and Campaigns, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Promotional Materials, Product Promotion, Driving engagement, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Diversity Marketing

    ★ 4.8 (336) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Semiconductor Devices 1

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

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

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Cell Cultures, Environment, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Pharmaceuticals, Production Process, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Natural Resource Management, Process Engineering

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Cinematography, Analytical Skills

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

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Semiconductor Physics

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

    ★ 4.4 (301) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Color Matching, Dashboard, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Branding, Design Software, Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Smart Teaching and Learning with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Pedagogy, Large Language Modeling, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, LLM Application, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Student Engagement, Learning Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Lesson Planning, Educational Materials, AI Personalization, Innovation, Student-Centred Learning, Curriculum Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.9 (889) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Business Marketing Brand Kit Using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Brand Marketing, Style Guides, Marketing Design, Brand Awareness, Branding, Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Organizational Skills, Marketing, File Management, Graphic Design, Business, Digital Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (929) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Introduction to solar cells

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Sustainable Technologies, Materials science, Electrical Power, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Emerging Technologies, Mathematical Modeling, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Simulation and Simulation Software, Laboratory Testing, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Calculations

    ★ 4.8 (2.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Chemical Hazards and Process Safety: University of California, Davis
  • ¡¿Cómo?! ¿Química en mi casa?: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Digital Marketing: Adobe
  • Introduction to Semiconductor Devices 1: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
  • Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Semiconductor Physics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Use Canva to Create Social Media Marketing Designs: Coursera
  • Smart Teaching and Learning with AI: Politecnico di Milano

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