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.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Creativity, Problem Solving, Context Management, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Orchestration, OpenAI API, AI Enablement, Java, Java Programming, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Tool Calling, Creativity, Document Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Manufacturing Processes, Laboratory Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Procedures, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Standards, Goal Setting, Emerging Technologies, Problem Solving, Self-Starter, Higher Education, Time Management, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Email Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Three-Phase, Torque (Physics)
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hazard Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, LLM Application, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Innovation, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Quality Assurance, Enterprise Architecture, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Data Governance, User Research, Stakeholder Engagement, Algorithms, Agile Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Software Architecture, Cybersecurity, Responsive Web Design, Java, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Agile Methodology, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Data Ethics
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computational Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Debugging
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Restful API, Version Control, User Research, Usability Testing, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Unix Commands, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Kotlin, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Javascript
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months