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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


  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Vector Calculus for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, electromagnetics, Engineering, Geometry, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Physics, Derivatives

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Biomedical Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Biomedical Technology, Scientific Visualization, 3D Assets, Anatomy, Virtual Reality, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Medical Terminology, Data Visualization, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Software Visualization, Disabilities, Augmented Reality, Animations, Technical Communication, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Design, Virtual Environment, Simulations

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

  • N

    New York University

    Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Respiration, Physiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Stress Management, Pulmonology, Research, Science and Research, Cardiology, Exercise Therapy, General Science and Research, Blood Pressure, Immunology, Meditation & Breathwork, Cell Biology, Nephrology, Anatomy, Chronic Diseases, Neurology, Endocrinology

    ★ 4.8 (540) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Analysis, Science and Research

    ★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, JUnit, Verification And Validation, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Development Testing, Test Planning, Test Tools, White-Box Testing, Code Coverage, Software Quality Assurance, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Test Data, Technical Communication

    ★ 4.3 (830) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Fine-tuning, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Tool Calling, Hugging Face, Model Optimization, Reinforcement Learning, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines

    ★ 4.5 (1K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    MedCerts

    Professionalism in Allied Health

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism, Direct Patient Care, Time Management, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Particle Physics: an Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, electromagnetics, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Equipment, Physical Science, Radiation Protection, Science and Research, Experimentation, Laboratory Techniques, Research

    ★ 4.4 (965) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Attention Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Applied Machine Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation

    ★ 4.4 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Feature Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization, Dataflow, Tensorflow, Data Pipelines, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Processing, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Data Store, Real Time Data, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.5 (1.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Advanced Analyze Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Variance Analysis, Graphing

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

  • I

    IBM

    SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Design, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Database Development, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

    ★ 4.7 (707) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Vector Calculus for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Biomedical Visualization: University of Glasgow
  • Engineering Health: Introduction to Yoga and Physiology: New York University
  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Introduction to Software Testing: University of Minnesota
  • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM
  • Professionalism in Allied Health: MedCerts
  • Particle Physics: an Introduction: University of Geneva
  • Natural Language Processing with Attention Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Feature Engineering: Google Cloud

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