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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


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    University of California, Davis

    Secure Coding Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Cryptography, Authentications, Exploit development, Encryption, Penetration Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Application Security, Software Design, C and C++, Linux Administration, System Design and Implementation, Java, Programming Principles, Cybersecurity

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Code Reusability, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Science, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Data Structures

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    314 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Code Reusability, Program Development, Java, Java Programming, AI Personalization, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Preprocessing, Data Structures, Algorithms, File I/O, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Socioeconomics, Sustainability Standards, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Business Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Responsible AI, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Collection, Compliance Training, Regulatory Compliance, Test Tools, Learning Strategies, Test Planning, Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Science and Research, Anthropology, Biology, World History, Scientific Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Deductive Reasoning, Physics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Model Deployment, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Model Training, Mobile Development, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    655 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Reinforcement Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistics, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Network Analysis, Big Data

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Healthcare Organizations and the Health System

    Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Governance, Medical Management, Health Systems, Presentations, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Organizational Structure, Health Care, Organizational Strategy

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    C程序设计进阶

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Memory Management

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Quality, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Chemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Secure Coding Practices: University of California, Davis
  • Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System: Duke University
  • Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia: Lund University
  • CertNexus Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner: CertNexus
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Religion and Science: The University of Edinburgh
  • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
  • Machine Learning Introduction for Everyone: IBM
  • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
  • Healthcare Organizations and the Health System: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

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