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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Social Media Marketing with Visme

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Organizational Skills, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Marketing, Content Marketing, Creative Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Airbus Beyond

    Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management

    Skills you'll gain: Order Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Order Fulfillment, Supply Chain, Inventory Control Systems, Materials Management, Order Delivery, Inventory Control, Production Planning, Supply Management, Production Schedule, Material Requirements Planning, Production Management, Risk Mitigation, Supply And Demand, Billing & Invoicing, Invoicing, Change Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Rice University

    Physics of Waves and Optics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, electromagnetics, Vibrations, Materials science, Applied Mathematics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus, Differential Equations, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Smart Solid Waste Management

    Skills you'll gain: Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Waste Minimization, Environmental Engineering, Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Sustainable Technologies, Construction, Radiation Protection, Thermal Management, Land Management, Environmental Resource Management, Process Engineering, Water Sustainability, Construction Management, Chemical Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Berklee

    Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Developing Training Materials, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Classroom Management, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Collaboration

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    104 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Communication with Genial.ly

    Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Design, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Communication, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    43 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Target Audience, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Web Presence, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Branding

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    83 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mastering Logistics & Supply Chain Strategy Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Supply Management, Supplier Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Materials Management, Transportation Management, Transportation Operations, Operational Efficiency, E-Commerce, Systems Thinking, Business Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Market Analysis, Business, Business Administration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    61 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to create and sell templates on Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Product Promotion, Marketing Materials, Promotional Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Product Knowledge, Design, Dashboard, Graphic and Visual Design, Commercialization, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Selling Techniques, Sales

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Product Testing, Engineering Design Process, Mockups, Product Development, Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Manufacturing Processes, Materials science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    AI for Course Design

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dartmouth College

    The Engineering of Structures Around Us

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Vibrations, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Construction, Architecture and Construction, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Mathematical Modeling, Prototyping, Failure Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Design, 3D Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Social Media Marketing with Visme: Coursera
  • Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management: Airbus Beyond
  • Physics of Waves and Optics: Rice University
  • Smart Solid Waste Management: L&T EduTech
  • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
  • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera
  • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera
  • Mastering Logistics & Supply Chain Strategy Skills: EDUCBA
  • How to create and sell templates on Canva: Coursera
  • Prototyping: Arizona State University

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